20 MILLION -
the dollars worth of energy efficiency investments made last year by Office Depot in its retail stores.
"If we want to achieve lasting growth in the post-crisis world, all of us - businesses, governments and consumers alike - need to identify sustainable solutions for the challenges posed by global megatrends..."
Klaus Kleinfeld
President and CEO, Alcoa Inc.
30 MILLION -
the number of U.S. homes that could be powered with the energy saved each year by advanced electric motor control technology delivered by ABB.
"We also believe that the innovative spirit that conquered seemingly impossible challenges like putting humans on the moon will help us pioneer new technologies to reduce greenhouse gases and solve environmental issues..."
Jim McNerney
Chairman, President and CEO, The Boeing Company
30 PERCENT -
the greenhouse gas emissions reductions per employee achieved by Accenture last year, compared to a 2007 baseline.
"Sustainability is here to stay. It’s not a fad or a flavor of the month."
William E. McCracken
Executive Chairman, CA, Inc.
20 PERCENT -
the greenhouse gas emissions reductions the Procter & Gamble Company will achieve per unit of production by 2010, compared to a 2007 baseline.
1.1 MILLION -
the number of energy-saving smart meters American Electric Power is committed install for its customers.
"Promoting sustainability is not just about addressing climate variation, energy, water or any other single issue. It requires a balance among interconnected challenges, including social and economic considerations, using an integrated approach."
Lee A. McIntire
President and CEO, CH2M HILL Companies, Ltd.
15 THOUSAND -
the number of alternative-fuel vehicles AT&T has pledged to deploy by 2019.
"Our climate protection initiatives have environmental benefits, but they have business benefits too. Consuming less energy can reduce our emissions, bit it also can also reduce our costs."
Muhtar Kent
Chairman, President and CEO, The Coca-Cola Company
15 - 20 PERCENT -
the fuel efficiency gain of new jet airplanes produced by Boeing compared to the aircraft they will replace.
"The challenges of climate change and energy warrant a serious response, and they also present growth opportunities for business."
Ellen J. Kullman
Chair of the Board and CEO, DuPont
38 PERCENT -
the reduction in energy use relative to sales achieved by the Dow Chemical Company since 1990.
"We know that investments in innovation and cooperation unleash human ingenuity. That ingenuity can, in turn, bring far-reaching technological advances that transform the economy, protect the environment and increase energy security."
Rex W. Tillerson
Chairman and CEO, Exxon Mobil Corporation
85 OUT OF 100 -
the average Energy Star rating State Farm Insurance has pledged to achieve for all of its facilities.
40 PERCENT -
the reduction in energy use and greenhouse gas emissions achieved by the Eastman Kodak Company since 2002.
"Our company believes that a climate solution can - and should - provide more economic opportunities than risks for the economy, industry and our customers."
Samuel R. Allen
Chairman and CEO, Deere & Company
3.5 MILLION POUNDS -
the amount of greenhouse gas reductions Eaton Corporation achieved in 2009 through its "Green IT" initiative.
"To achieve global goals, governments, business and community organizations need to work together. Our combined strengths are far greater than the sum of our parts."
William C. Weldon
Chairman and CEO, Johnson & Johnson
8.8 MILLION METRIC TONS -
the amount of greenhouse gas reductions Exxon-Mobil achieved in 2009, the equivalent of taking 1.7 million cars off the road.
"America needs comprehensive legislative policy that addresses energy efficiency and security, pollution reduction, and our national competitiveness."
Michael T. Duke
President and CEO, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
1.1 MILLION -
the number of cell phones donated (and kept out of landfills) by Verizon Communications.
25 PERCENT -
the greenhouse gas emissions reductions Honeywell International, Inc. will achieve by 2010, compared to a 2004 baseline.
350 MILLION -
the number of energy-efficient compact fluorescent blubs sold by Wal-Mart, saving consumers an estimated $13 billion over the life of the bulbs and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by more than 65 million metric tons.
Business Roundtable member companies are committed to working with policymakers, NGOs and consumers to make their communities stronger and more sustainable, their products greener and more innovative and their operations cleaner and more efficient. Enhancing Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future tells their stories and explains what they are doing to promote better business and a better world.
