Google LLC

In 2021, Google LLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11.4 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 45.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.8 billion kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of around 9.5 billion kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all operations and its value chain by 2030, with a baseline year of 2023.

For Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, Google has pledged to reduce these by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. This commitment reflects a significant effort to mitigate its environmental impact and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Alphabet Inc., which oversees various sustainability initiatives, including those related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).

Overall, Google's climate strategy demonstrates a proactive approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with clear targets and a commitment to transparency in its reporting.