In addition to being know for its green efforts (solar panels and highly efficient servers) Google is possibly entering ther power business by applying for a license to buy and sell wholesale power.
"… are other non-utilities already in the power business. Usually other firms with similar heavy power needs. … Google Energy subsidiary was formed in late 2009 … putting it into a stronger position to balance Google’s energy needs with its goal to promote the use of alternative energy for electricity generation … it will shop for the best sources of renewable energy to run its operations … stated goal is to become carbon-neutral."
Via: ZDNet LINK