# Amazon Claims 100% Clean Power, But Employees Say It's Only 22%

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**Created:** [July 12, 2024, 9:36am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/amazon-claims-100-clean-power-but-employees-say-its-only-22/286705 "2024-07-12T09:36:56Z")\
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**Post date:** [July 12, 2024, 9:36am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/amazon-claims-100-clean-power-but-employees-say-its-only-22/286705/1 "2024-07-12T09:36:56Z")

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**Summary:**

1. Amazon announced it achieved 100% renewable energy for its operations, but employees argue that only 22% of U.S. data centers truly run on clean power.
2. Amazon relies heavily on unbundled renewable energy credits (RECs), which often do not contribute to new renewable infrastructure.
3. The employee group suggests Amazon adopt Google’s approach of using carbon-free energy 24/7 on every grid where it operates.

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