Signify is a Founding Partner of the UN Science Policy Business Forum on the Environment
Signify, the world leader in lighting, and founding partner of the UN Science Policy Business Forum on the Environment (UN-SPBF) announced that it has achieved carbon neutrality for all its operations across the world as well as using 100% renewable electricity.
While the company progresses towards its remaining commitments for 2020, it will already embark on a new five-year journey in which it will focus on doubling its positive impact on the environment and society.
“We’re proud to share that as Signify we have become carbon neutral, a commitment we made almost five years ago at COP21 in Paris. As the world is facing the triple challenge of climate change, COVID19 and economic recovery we call on others to equally move towards a carbon neutral future. A carbon neutral world is the only world in which we can combine prosperity, inclusiveness and a healthy living environment for all of mankind”, said Harry Verhaar, Head of Global Public & Government Affairs, Signify.
Signify has reduced its operational emissions by more than 70% since 2010, having shifted to more energy-efficient technologies at its sites, to more sustainable modes of transport and optimized logistics planning, and to less travel in a more sustainable way. It also uses 100% renewable electricity, supported through two power purchase agreements, one in Texas and a second in Poland. The balance of emission reductions is achieved through a carbon offsetting program with projects aimed at benefiting the wellbeing of local communities.
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