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Michael Terrell

Energizer · DISC type I
Head of Advanced Energy at Google
📍 Mountain View, California, United States

As Googles Head of Advanced Energy, Michael Terrell spearheads the companys ambitious 24/7 carbon-free energy goal for its global data centers. A 20-year veteran in energy technology and policy with a J. D. from the University of Michigan, he architects innovative deals in fusion, geothermal, and advanced nuclear power.

Michaels interest in energy was shaped by his familys coal mining business in Alabama, where he was raised. This unique background influenced his career trajectory toward clean energy solutions. Now based in the Bay Area, he is also a regular lecturer on climate and energy at Stanford University.

He was named to the TIME100 list of the most influential climate leaders in business for his pioneering work in securing 24/7 carbon-free energy for Google.

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Experience
9 Years
Current Role
Head of Advanced Energy
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Mountain View, California, United States
Personality Overview

How Michael shows up

Believer
Enthusiastic
Relationship Oriented

They are people oriented, friendly and like creating new connections. They excel at seeing the bigger picture, and the long-term impact of their decisions. They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt.

Priorities

Topics Michael cares about

24/7 Carbon-Free Energy
He is the visionary behind Google's goal to operate on carbon-free energy by 2030, matching data center electricity use with clean power on an hourly basis.
Advanced Energy Tech
He has architected first-of-their-kind corporate agreements for next-generation technologies, including enhanced geothermal, advanced nuclear fission, and commercial fusion power to ensure reliable clean energy.
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Career

Work history

4-2025
Head of Advanced Energy
Google
5-2022 - 5-2025
Sr. Director of Clean Energy and Carbon Reduction
Google
4-2021 - 5-2022
Director of Energy
Google
4-2019
Board Chair
Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA)
5-2004 - 6-2007
Associate
Van Ness Feldman
In the press

Media appearances

Michael Terrell - Google - Energy Impact. Featured in Apple Podcasts
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EP.177 Michael Terrell, Sr. Director for Energy and Climate, Google. Featured in YouTube
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Education
B.S.
The University of the South
J.D. cum laude
University of Michigan Law School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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