The Business Case

1. Manage Energy Costs

Electricity costs are one of the largest components of our operating expenses at our data centers, and having a long-term stable cost of renewable power provides protection against price swings in energy.” Urs Hölzle, Senior Vice President, Technical Infrastructure, Google.

2. Deliver emission reduction targets

We have introduced a science-based goal to cut our greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2020 on our 2010 baseline. Increasing our use of renewable electricity is an important part of our strategy to achieve this.” Len Sauers, previously Vice President for Global Sustainability, Procter & Gamble.

3. Future proof operations

Climate change is a huge risk to the long-term supply of safe, high quality ingredients for Nestlé’s products as crop yields fall and production areas shift. We are determined to play our part in taking climate action by purchasing renewable electricity. It’s essential for the long-term survival of our business; not just a short-term payback.” Pascal Gréverath, Head of Environmental Sustainability, Nestlé.

4. Drives innovation

Integrating sustainable practices into our operations improves business performance, spurs technological innovation, inspires brand loyalty, and boosts employee engagement.” Laura Phillips, Senior Vice President for Sustainability, Wal-Mart.

5. Improve energy security

IKEA Group investments into wind and solar energy generation contribute to the shift to a low-carbon economy, and from a business perspective, help to secure our future as we become energy independent.” Steve Howard, former Chief Sustainability Officer, IKEA Group.