Sustainability Planning

Strategic energy and environmental planning to achieve your corporate sustainability goals, reduce carbon footprint, and build a roadmap toward renewable energy adoption

4,000+ Clients Served
27% Average Savings
15 States Covered

Sustainability Components

A holistic approach to corporate sustainability that aligns energy procurement with environmental goals, stakeholder expectations, and long-term business value

Environmental Strategy

Carbon Footprint Assessment

Analysis of your organization's carbon emissions from energy consumption. We measure Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, identify primary sources, and establish baseline metrics to track reduction progress.

Renewable Energy Roadmap

Strategic planning to transition to renewable energy sources including solar, wind, and renewable energy certificates, with phased implementation plans that balance cost with sustainability objectives.

Climate Risk Analysis

Evaluation of how climate change and energy transition trends may impact your operations, supply chain, and energy costs, identifying risks and opportunities to inform strategic planning.

Goal Setting & Target Development

Science-Based Targets

Emissions reduction targets aligned with climate science, consistent with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) methodologies and Paris Agreement objectives.

Net Zero Planning

A roadmap for achieving net zero carbon emissions from energy operations, identifying decarbonization strategies, renewable procurement pathways, and offset opportunities to reach carbon neutrality.

Renewable Energy Percentage Targets

Specific renewable energy consumption goals with realistic timelines, plus procurement plans to achieve your renewable energy targets cost-effectively.

Implementation Planning

Phased Transition Strategy

Multi-year implementation plan outlining specific actions, timelines, and milestones for your sustainability goals, accounting for budget cycles, contract timing, and operational constraints.

Renewable Procurement Strategy

Evaluation of renewable energy procurement mechanisms including RECs, PPAs, virtual PPAs, community solar, and on-site generation to identify the most cost-effective and impactful options for your organization.

Stakeholder Engagement Plan

Framework for communicating sustainability initiatives to stakeholders, investors, customers, and employees, building buy-in and support for sustainability investments across your organization.

Measurement & Reporting

ESG Reporting Support

Assistance with environmental, social, and governance reporting frameworks including GRI, CDP, SASB, and TCFD, compiling energy and emissions data, calculating metrics, and preparing disclosure documentation.

Progress Tracking Systems

Monitoring and measurement systems to track progress against sustainability goals, with KPIs, reporting cadences, and dashboards for visibility into environmental performance.

Certification & Recognition Support

Guidance on pursuing sustainability certifications and recognition programs such as LEED, ENERGY STAR, Green Business Certification, and RE100, including application and documentation prep.

Sustainability Services

Comprehensive planning services to develop and implement your corporate sustainability strategy

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Goal Setting & Strategy

Clear, measurable sustainability goals aligned with business objectives, with realistic targets for emissions reduction, renewable energy adoption, and environmental performance.

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Renewable Strategy

Strategic planning for renewable energy procurement, including RECs, PPAs, on-site generation, and community solar, with cost-effective pathways to increase renewable energy consumption.

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Carbon Reduction Planning

Carbon footprint analysis and reduction roadmap development. We identify emissions sources, quantify reduction opportunities, and build actionable plans to decrease your carbon footprint.

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ESG Reporting

Support for environmental reporting and disclosure requirements including CDP, GRI, SASB, and TCFD frameworks, covering data compilation, metric calculation, and report preparation.

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Implementation Roadmap

Multi-year action plan with specific initiatives, timelines, budget estimates, and success metrics, phased to align with contract cycles and operational realities.

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Progress Monitoring

Ongoing tracking and reporting of sustainability metrics, goal progress, and environmental performance, with KPI dashboards and regular reporting to maintain accountability.

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Sustainability Planning Process

A structured approach to developing your comprehensive sustainability strategy

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Assessment & Baseline

We analyze your current energy consumption, emissions profile, and existing sustainability initiatives, establishing baseline metrics, reviewing corporate goals, and assessing stakeholder expectations. This grounds your sustainability plan in accurate data and realistic starting points.

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Goal Setting & Target Development

Working with your leadership team, we develop specific sustainability goals aligned with business strategy, evaluating science-based target methodologies, renewable energy percentage goals, and emissions reduction timelines. Goals reflect industry benchmarks, stakeholder expectations, and operational feasibility.

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Strategy Development

We create a sustainability strategy outlining specific initiatives, timelines, and resource requirements, including renewable energy procurement, energy efficiency opportunities, carbon offset considerations, and priorities. The strategy balances environmental impact with cost and operational constraints.

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Implementation Planning

We develop detailed implementation roadmaps with phased rollouts, budget estimates, and success metrics, including procurement timelines, stakeholder engagement, communication strategies, and progress monitoring, all with clear ownership and accountability.

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Execution Support

We provide ongoing support during implementation, including renewable energy procurement assistance, progress tracking, reporting, and strategy refinement, helping navigate challenges and maintain momentum toward sustainability goals.

Renewable Energy Options

Multiple pathways to achieve your renewable energy and sustainability objectives

Direct Renewable Procurement

Green Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

Long-term contracts to purchase renewable electricity directly from generators. PPAs provide price certainty, support new renewable development, and demonstrate additionality in physical and virtual structures.

Retail Green Power Products

Bundled renewable energy offerings from retail electricity providers that combine electricity supply and renewable attributes. Simplified procurement suited to smaller organizations or those seeking turnkey renewable solutions.

On-Site Generation

Installation of solar panels, wind turbines, or other renewable generation at your facilities, providing direct control, potential cost savings, and a visible demonstration of sustainability commitment.

Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)

Unbundled REC Procurement

Purchase of renewable energy certificates separately from electricity supply. RECs represent the environmental attributes of renewable generation and can be sourced from various geographic markets to meet renewable energy goals cost-effectively.

Voluntary Green-e Certified RECs

Premium RECs meeting Green-e certification standards for transparency and environmental integrity, providing third-party verification of renewable attributes and added credibility in sustainability reporting.

Geographic Matching

Procurement of RECs from renewable projects in the same grid region as your facilities. Geographic matching strengthens the connection between your consumption and renewable generation, typically at higher cost.

Community & Shared Renewables

Community Solar Subscriptions

Participation in off-site solar projects with energy credits applied to your utility bills, providing renewable energy access without on-site installation, ideal for facilities with roof or space constraints.

Shared Renewable Programs

Utility-sponsored programs letting customers support renewable projects through monthly subscriptions, with the utility managing renewable attributes and credit application.

Carbon Offsetting

Verified Carbon Offsets

Carbon credits from projects that reduce, avoid, or sequester greenhouse gas emissions, used to neutralize unavoidable emissions or supplement renewable energy strategies. We evaluate offset quality, certification standards, and project types.

Nature-Based Solutions

Investment in forestry, wetlands, and other natural carbon sequestration projects, with co-benefits beyond carbon including biodiversity, water quality, and community development.

Benefits Beyond Compliance

Sustainability planning delivers value across multiple dimensions of your business

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Stakeholder Confidence

Strengthen relationships with investors, customers, and employees who increasingly expect environmental responsibility. Demonstrate commitment to sustainability with transparent goals, credible plans, and measurable progress.

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Competitive Advantage

Differentiate your organization in markets where sustainability is a customer requirement, improving positioning for RFPs, customer scorecards, and partner evaluations with environmental criteria.

Risk Management

Mitigate climate-related risks including regulatory changes, carbon pricing, supply chain disruption, and physical climate impacts. Proactive sustainability planning reduces exposure to energy cost volatility and environmental liabilities.

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Operational Efficiency

Sustainability planning often surfaces energy efficiency opportunities and operational improvements. Reducing energy consumption cuts costs while advancing environmental goals, delivering dual benefits.

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Brand Enhancement

Build brand value through authentic environmental leadership. Communicate sustainability achievements through marketing, corporate communications, and ESG disclosures to strengthen brand positioning.

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Talent Attraction

Appeal to employees and candidates who prioritize environmentally responsible employers. Strong sustainability programs improve engagement, retention, and your ability to attract top talent.

Sustainability Across Industries

Tailored sustainability planning for diverse industries with unique environmental challenges and opportunities

High-Impact Industries

Manufacturing & Industrial

Sustainability planning for energy-intensive manufacturing operations, addressing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, process efficiency, renewable electricity procurement, and supply chain decarbonization. Plans account for production requirements, 24/7 operations, and cost competitiveness.

Data Centers & Technology

Specialized planning for data center and tech sustainability, including 24/7 carbon-free energy strategies, PUE optimization, and renewable matching, navigating the challenges of constant uptime and geographic constraints.

Healthcare & Hospitals

Sustainability planning that respects mission-critical operations and patient care, with strategies for renewable procurement, backup power, medical waste reduction, and health-environment connections for stakeholder engagement.

Commercial & Institutional

Corporate Real Estate

Portfolio-wide sustainability planning for multi-site operations, with scalable strategies across office locations, standardized reporting, and landlord engagement for leased facilities where energy control is limited.

Higher Education

Campus sustainability planning aligned with institutional values and student engagement, with pathways to carbon neutrality, renewable energy roadmaps, and integration with academic initiatives and campus culture.

Hospitality & Retail

Customer-facing sustainability strategies for hotels, restaurants, and retail chains, emphasizing visible environmental initiatives, guest communication, brand alignment, and balancing sustainability with customer experience.

Proven Results

Delivering measurable savings for commercial and industrial clients since 2017

$150M+
Client Savings
Total cumulative savings delivered to commercial and industrial clients through energy management and sustainability planning
15+
Years Experience
Deep expertise navigating deregulated energy markets and helping organizations achieve sustainability goals
20-30%
Average Savings
Typical cost reduction achieved through strategic energy procurement combined with sustainability initiatives

Our Approach

Practical & Actionable

We develop sustainability plans that are realistic, implementable, and aligned with operational realities, with specific actions, timelines, and practical procurement strategies rather than aspirational goals without execution paths.

Cost-Conscious

Sustainability doesn't require unlimited budgets. We identify cost-effective renewable options, avoid premium pricing pitfalls, and balance environmental goals with financial constraints, using our procurement expertise to secure competitive pricing on renewable products.

Market-Informed

Our sustainability recommendations are grounded in current market realities including renewable pricing, product availability, regulatory frameworks, and grid constraints, with honest assessments of options and trade-offs rather than one-size-fits-all solutions.

Client-Specific

Every organization's sustainability journey is unique. We tailor planning to your industry, operations, stakeholder priorities, and internal capabilities, reflecting your specific challenges, opportunities, and culture.

Ready to Build Your Sustainability Strategy?

Contact us to discuss your sustainability goals and develop a roadmap for achieving them