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“ We are proving that large-scale infrastructure can simultaneously drive domestic manufacturing and long-term economic prosperity for local communities”
Adam Elman Director of Sustainability for EMEA Google
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Google has pushed back on that narrative, however, arguing that large loads like its own can, in some cases, help lower costs by underwriting new infrastructure that would otherwise be paid for by residential customers.
Alongside Steel River, Google has committed US $ 5m to energy affordability initiatives in Arkansas, including community solar subscriptions for low-income customers in West Memphis, retrofitting for homes and efficiency upgrades for local schools.
Adam Elman, Google’ s Head of Sustainability for EMEA, says large infrastructure projects like this can benefit local communities.“ By pairing massive solar arrays with advanced battery storage, we are not just decarbonising the grid; we are proving that large-scale infrastructure can simultaneously drive domestic manufacturing and long-term economic prosperity for local communities,” he suggests.
Amanda, meanwhile, says that Steel River will help to make energy more accessible and more affordable in the area.
“ Our responsibility goes far beyond these clean electrons flowing into the grid,” she explains.“ We know that many families are focused on simply making ends meet right now.
“ That’ s why Google is also funding additional energy affordability initiatives to support Arkansas families, including community solar subscriptions, home improvements and energy efficiency projects in schools.”
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