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In a first-of-its-kind agreement, Google has partnered with AES Corporation to provide its Virginia data centers with 24/7 carbon-free energy. The 10-year agreement calls for a 500 MW mix of wind, solar, hydro, and battery storage, which will start supply later this year.

Digital freight network Convoy has announced its intent to prevent 3 million pounds of shipping-related carbon emissions in 2021. This will constitute an 87% increase compared to the emissions that Convoy’s automated shipping logistics saved in 2020.

The Bloomberg Impact Report 2020 features content from Bloomberg L.P., subsidiaries, and affiliates that explores environmental and social issues having a direct and significant impact on the company as well as issues that the organization has a unique opportunity to influence.

General Motors (GM) announced on April 30 a series of new climate targets, including a reduction in energy intensity in operations by 35% from 2010 to 2034, and enrolling 100% of targeted Tier 1 suppliers in the company’s Supplier Sustainability Program.

Argentina-based Vista Oil and Gas has announced the publication of its first Sustainability Report, which includes the company’s commitment to analyzing and reducing carbon emissions.

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By adding a Sustainability Exhibit to supplier contracts, Salesforce now requires its suppliers to set science-based emissions targets by 2024. As it works with suppliers to plan emissions reduction, the company will decrease its supply chain’s carbon footprint.

In its first Way to Zero Convention in Berlin on April 29, Volkswagen revealed plans to become carbon-neutral across its supply chain, production, operations, and products by 2050.

The Sydney Opera House announced on April 26 that the first Global Goals Partner to support the iconic performing arts center's commitment to sustainability, inclusion, and diversity is Honeywell.