Google Solar

So now we see Google jumping on the renewable energy bandwagon. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for it. Anybody. I’m just saying…it’s a pretty bold move to throw millions of dollars at a problem. But the real difference is if they start placing their datacenters to take advantage of renewable energy, in addition to focusing the funding on very specific goals, programs, and/or companies. That kind of money could easily disappear in a science project that goes nowhere, or a pet project that benefits the few.

I’m just saying Google needs to keep an eye on their money, and make sure that it’s actually not being evil.