Wednesday, October 10, 2007

Corporate Guide to Green Power Markets (Installment 8): The Business Case for Corporate Use of Renewable Energy in Europe


Synopsis: This WRI policy brief gives an overview of the benefits that are motivating businesses in Europe to switch to renewable energy.

What is the business case for companies to use renewable resources to meet their energy needs? The World Resources Institute's experience working with a number of leading corporations indicates that firms are switching to renewable energy to obtain one or more of the following business benefits:

* Lower or stabilized energy costs.
* Reduced emissions.
* Stronger stakeholder relationships.

See full Press Release.