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our efforts to mitigate climate change have started with our own operations, and we’ve worked hard to lead by example with the ultimate goal of driving larger systemic change. In our third decade of climate action, we’ll continue to take a science-based approach to our efforts, while sharing our own lessons and progress with others.</p> </div> </div> <div class="glue-grid__col glue-grid__col--span-0-sm glue-grid__col--span-0-md glue-grid__col--span-1-lg"></div> <div class="glue-grid__col glue-grid__col--span-4-sm glue-grid__col--span-12-md glue-grid__col--span-6-lg facts-and-figures__col"> <div class="glue-grid facts-and-figures__stats"> <div class="glue-grid__col glue-grid__col--span-4-sm glue-grid__col--span-6-md glue-grid__col--span-3-lg facts-and-figures__stat"> <h2 class="kof-headline glue-headline glue-headline--headline-2 facts-and-figures__number ">100%</h2> <div class="kof-paragraph glue-paragraph glue-paragraph--paragraph-5 facts-and-figures__description"> <p>In 2023, we matched 100% of the annual electricity consumption of our global operations with renewable energy purchases for the <a 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This can not only lower emissions but also help users save money on energy costs.</p><p>Nest thermostats use AI and machine learning to optimize residential heating and cooling systems and reduce energy consumption by setting up energy-efficient schedules or automatically making small changes to temperature settings when energy use is surging and prices are high. These actions lead to a significant collective impact.</p></li> </ul> <ul class="rte2-style-ul"> <li><p>Empowering people with options for more sustainable transportation</p><p><a href="https://translate.google.com/website?sl=pl&tl=cs&hl=en-GB&u=https://support.google.com/maps/answer/11470237?hl%3Den" target="_blank"><u>Fuel-efficient routing</u></a> on Google Maps optimizes for lower fuel or battery consumption based on factors such as traffic, terrain, and a vehicle’s engine. Google is also making it easier for users to figure out if an EV is right for them. 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