Leading by Example
Beyond their efforts to support the adoption of multi-pollutant legislation, the members of the Clean
Energy Group have been active in developing progressive environmental programs and initiatives.
"Leading by Example" highlights these efforts, demonstrating that financial success and superior
environmental performance need not be opposing goals. To learn more about their efforts, select
from the links below. New case studies will be added on a regular basis highlighting additional
programs and initiatives.
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PG&E to launch ClimateSmart, a voluntary GHG reduction program
PG&E | December 2006
By spring 2007, PG&E plans to launch ClimateSmart: a new and innovative voluntary program that will provide customers with the option to neutralize greenhouse gas emissions associated with their energy use by contributing an estimated $4.31 more each month. This money will be used to protect California's environment and contribute to state and local efforts aimed at fighting climate change.
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Exelon Establishes Voluntary Goal to Reduce its Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 8%
Exelon | May 2005
On May 6, 2005, Exelon Corporation announced it has established a voluntary goal to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by eight percent from 2001 levels by the end of 2008. Exelon has also committed to work with, and encourage, its suppliers to reduce their GHG emissions. The company will incorporate recognition of GHG emissions and their potential cost into its business analyses as a means to promote internal investment in climate-reducing activities. Exelon made this pledge under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Climate Leaders program.
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PSEG Sponsors Retrofit of 44 Newark, New Jersey School Buses with Emissions-Reducing Technology
PSEG | February 2004
Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated (PSEG) joined with the New Jersey Department of
Environmental Protection (NJDEP) to retrofit 44 Newark, New Jersey school buses with
emissions-reducing technology. The low-emissions buses will serve over 400 students
who attend 19 schools.
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Calpine's Board of Directors Commits to Investment in Clean Energy Technologies
Calpine | December 2004
In 2004, Calpine’s board of directors unanimously supported an investment strategy that commits
the company to investing only in low carbon power technologies, such as natural gas and renewable
energy.
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Entergy Progresses in Commitment to Stabilize Carbon Dioxide Emissions
Entergy | December 2004
In May 2001, Entergy made a voluntary commitment to stabilize carbon dioxide emissions from its
power plants at year 2000 levels through 2005. Entergy dedicated $25 million in
supplemental corporate funding for use over the five-year period.
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Wind Program offered by PECO Energy, an Exelon Subsidiary, Ranked in Top Ten in Green Power Offers Nationally
Exelon | December 2004
More than 9,000 Philadelphia households have chosen to purchase PECO WIND, a clean,
environmentally-friendly wind power option provided by PECO Energy and Community Energy, Inc.,
a wind energy marketing group.
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FPL Group Scores Highest in U.S., Second Globally in World Wildlife Fund Report on Clean,
Efficient Energy
FPL | December 2004
FPL Group scored the highest ranking in the U.S. and second globally in a World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
report that analyzed 72 of the world's leading power companies reviewing current use of available
technologies to reduce CO2 emissions, as well as clear commitments made for future improvements.
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