6 Advantages of a Net Zero Plan

These days, net zero emissions (also known as carbon neutral) is a major buzzword, and for good reasons. There are many ways your organization can benefit from creating a net zero plan. These include competitive advantages like attracting investors and more broad advantages like saving Mother Earth. Read on for an in-depth look at 6 advantages of a net zero plan!

The Competitive Advantages of A Net Zero Plan

1. Acquire (and retain!) qualified, younger, progressive talent

Companies who focus on and commit to net zero are more attractive to progressive-minded professionals. In addition, companies pursuing a net zero transformation are more likely to retain talent, because their employees feel good about the company they are working for and its impact on society.

2. Attract investors

Investors are increasingly considering environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors before deciding where to place their money. Businesses with strong commitments to net zero stand to benefit from greater access to a larger pool of capital.

3. Appeal to the modern consumer

A growing number of consumers not only want to support sustainable businesses but are willing to pay more for sustainable goods and services. In addition, progressive Gen Z consumers are impacting the purchasing decisions of their parents and grandparents. Companies which commit to net zero thus have an enormous advantage over companies which either don’t pursue net zero or greenwash their efforts.

More Advantages

1. Lower energy costs

Since reducing greenhouse gas emissions usually involves reducing energy use, a major benefit of net zero is lower energy costs. With energy prices rising globally, this is a particularly timely benefit.

2. Reduce GHG emissions

The whole point of pursuing net zero is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which means fewer pollutants in the air and…

3. Less damage to Mother Earth!

The idea of saving the planet may seem lofty, but working towards net zero emissions is perhaps the biggest way we can fight climate change and preserve our planet for future generations.

How WatchWire Can Help Your Organization Achieve Net Zero

WatchWire offers fully integrated energy and sustainability management and carbon accounting software, which can:

• Track your organization’s Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
• Provide you with interval and real-time data monitoring to determine areas of inefficiency that are increasing your building(s) emissions
• Measure your water and energy use
• Help you measure and verify the effectiveness of your efficiency projects
• Benchmark your efforts against national averages
• Streamline sustainability reporting with integrations to all frameworks, like LEED ARC and ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager.

To learn more about WatchWire’s capabilities, download the WatchWire Solution Brief.

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