Google confirms it is sticking to its goal of running on 24/7 carbon-free energy by 2030. This hourly matching approach aims to ensure electricity use is backed by clean energy in real time across all operating regions, a significantly harder target than annual matching. The commitment comes as other tech giants face pressure to scale AI infrastructure, leading some to consider gas as a bridge. The debate highlights the gap between annual carbon accounting and the physical reality of grid decarbonization.
