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Read our Corporate Responsibility Report
In 2006, Green Mountain Power published its second Corporate Responsibility
report, which includes information on Green Mountain Power's financial,
environmental and social footprint, incorporating the Global Reporting
Initiative guidelines.
Second Corporate Responsibility Report, published Oct 2006
First Corporate Responsibility Report, published Oct 2005.
We have committed to lower emissions through the Chicago
Climate Exchange
In 2004, Green Mountain Power joined the Chicago Climate Exchange, a legally
binding multi-sector market for reducing and trading greenhouse gas emissions.
Green Mountain Power is the first electric utility in the Northeast to join the
CCX. We have voluntarily committed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by four
percent below our 1998-2001 baseline average by 2006. Participating in the CCX
gives us the mechanism to reach our goals by buying CO2 credits if we can't
reduce our emissions adequately through the power we generate or purchase, or
selling them if we exceed our goal. The CCX will encourage the development of
low-emission resources in the most cost-effective manner. For more information
visit www.chicagoclimatex.com
Environmental Policies
Renewable fuels make up the largest energy source for Green Mountain Power.
These fuels are better for the environment, produce fewer emissions, and reduce
our dependence on fossil fuels. The chart below shows you exactly how we derive
the power that keeps you "on everyday."
Because of a decreased dependence on oil, our prices are stable and our service
is reliable. And you can feel good knowing that the power generated in
Vermont is in the top ten nationwide for renewability.
To learn more about renewable energy sources, go to
Power School
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Green Mountain Power has been recognized as a leader in the production of wind
energy in cold climates.
Read
more about the Searsburg site.
| Fuel |
Percentage(%) |
| Renewables: |
48 |
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Hydro
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43.8 |
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Wood
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4.1 |
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Wind
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0.1* |
| Nuclear |
40.6 |
| Market purchases |
9.6* |
| Oil and Natural gas |
1.8 |
Vermont lives up to its green reputation
Green Mountain Power proudly contributes to our state's excellent record of low
emissions per megawatt hour of power generation.
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*Renewable Energy Credits (REC) were sold for a portion of the energy generated
at Green Mountain Power's wind facility in Searsburg. Energy associated with
the RECs is 0.5% of the total energy in 2005 and is included in the market
purchases figure.
Green Mountain Power appreciates the natural environment in which we all work
and live. Vermont truly is a green and healthy place.
That's why we have written an environmental policy to guide us. Like you, we
are committed to preserving and protecting our environment for ourselves, for
all of our children, and for generations to come.
As a company, we pledge to:
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Be a leader in our industry in providing clean, renewable energy resources.
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Develop products and services that help you, our customer, protect the
environment.
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Improve our environmental performance continuously.
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Prepare periodic reports to assess our environmental programs.
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Meet or exceed the requirements of all environmental laws, regulations, and
permits.
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Promote the efficient use of energy and other resources in the workplace and in
homes.
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Inform ourselves about our suppliers and products we buy and whether they
protect the environment, public health, and public safety.
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Educate employees and you, our customer, about environmentally sound practices.
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Manage company-owned lands and natural resources through sustainable practices.
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Ensure that each employee recognizes his or her responsibility to our overall
environmental performance.
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Help each employee consider the environmental impact of his or her everyday
business decisions.
Click here
to see our 2003 ceres report.
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