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Google Fiber Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Google Fiber Inc., a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., is a leading provider of high-speed internet and television services based in the United States. Established in 2010, the company has made significant strides in the telecommunications industry, primarily operating in major urban areas such as Kansas City, Austin, and Provo. Google Fiber is renowned for its fibre-optic broadband service, offering speeds up to 2 Gbps, which sets it apart from traditional internet providers. The company’s commitment to delivering reliable, ultra-fast connectivity has positioned it as a key player in the market, earning accolades for its innovative approach to internet service. With a focus on enhancing digital access, Google Fiber continues to shape the future of broadband, making it a notable contender in the competitive landscape of telecommunications.

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How does Google Fiber Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

88

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

36

Industry Benchmark

Google Fiber Inc.'s score of 88 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Google Fiber Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Alphabet Inc.

Google Fiber Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., which cascades its climate commitments and initiatives down to Google Fiber. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Google Fiber, it inherits sustainability initiatives from its parent company, Alphabet Inc. This includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all aimed at promoting significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. As a subsidiary, Google Fiber aligns with Alphabet's broader climate strategy, which focuses on achieving net-zero emissions and enhancing energy efficiency. However, without specific data or targets at the Google Fiber level, the company's individual climate commitments remain unclear.

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How Carbon Intensive is Google Fiber Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Google Fiber Inc.'s primary industry is Telecommunications Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Google Fiber Inc.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Google Fiber Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Google Fiber Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Google Fiber Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 12% last year and increased significantly since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 79% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 30% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
30%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
7%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
6%
Business Travel
3%
Employee Commuting
1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Google Fiber Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Google Fiber Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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