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What is sustainability?
Sustainability is defined by the United Nations Brundtland Commission as “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”
Learn about our planet’s most abundant renewable resource, which can be used to generate electrical or thermal energy for homes, businesses, utilities, and more.
Environmental sustainability: A commitment to a better future
Find out about environmental sustainability, the ability to maintain an ecological balance and conserve natural resources to support the wellbeing of future generations.
Reduce your carbon footprint: Building a brighter future together
Find out about reducing your carbon footprint, why it’s important, and how individuals and organizations across the globe are making a commitment to this critical cause.
Explore natural energy sources and production processes, such as wind and solar, that can be continuously replenished and help organizations and individuals transition to net zero carbon emissions.
Learn how governments and businesses are taking measures to develop for today’s society without depleting natural resources or harming the health and wellbeing of future generations.
Net zero is when the quantity of greenhouse gas released into the atmosphere equals the quantity removed from it. Learn how companies can drive net zero to help thwart climate change.
Green building aims to reduce or eliminate negative environmental impacts and create positive impacts—from design and construction to operation and eventual demolition.
Find out how sustainable production of goods and services can reduce manufacturers’ overall environmental impact while decreasing costs, improving efficiency, and driving growth.
Explore the concept of water sustainability and its importance for improved health, economic growth, and social equity—and find out how IT and cloud technology can directly support water conservation efforts.
What is the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)?
Find out why the CSRD reporting rules are important, who must comply with its rules, and the benefits of adopting more robust sustainability reporting practices.