DESIGNING EFFICIENT DATA CENTERS Target Deadline 2021 progress Status Energy Maintain or improve average annual fleet-wide PUE across Google data centers year over year. 2021 (Annual) In 2021, the average annual PUE for our global fleet of data centers was 1.10. Since 2012, our average annual fleet-wide PUE has stayed at or below 1.12, even as demand for our products has dramatically risen. Certifications Maintain ISO 50001 energy management system certification for Google-owned data centers that meet certain operational milestones. 2021 (Annual) In 2021, we maintained our ISO 50001 certification for our operational European data centers. We were the first major internet company to achieve a multi-site energy management system certification to ISO 50001, which we first attained in 2013. Waste Achieve Zero Waste to Landfill for our global data center operations. Not applicable In 2021, our global landfill diversion rate for data center operations was 78%. Water Replenish 120% of the water we consume, on average, across our offices and data centers, and help restore and improve the quality of water and health of ecosystems in the communities where we operate. 2030 We’re working toward this target. By the end of 2021, we had supported 13 water stewardship projects spanning 10 river basins where we operate and/or source water. Examples of these projects include wetland restoration, rainwater harvesting, and land conservation. Progress against targets As a data-driven company, we believe it is critical to regularly track progress toward our commitments and share updates with our stakeholders. The following section provides an overview of our 2021 progress toward our various environmental targets. For a more complete overview of our performance over time, see the environmental data table . Achieved Missed In progress 8 Google Environmental Report 2022
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