Case Study
Pioneering Net Zero Strategy For A Leading Global Technology Consulting Firm
Company: Global Technology Consulting Firm
Revenue: $20 billion +
Employees: 290,000 +
Industry: Professional Services

Challenge
A major professional services firm with a substantial North American building portfolio faced a compelling challenge: to elevate their efforts towards achieving net-zero emissions within this portfolio. The client's ambition went beyond conventional practices such as Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), and offsets. They sought a unique and impactful net-zero strategy that emphasized actionable solutions for their North American properties.
Solution
To address this challenge, the client engaged Verdantix to develop a cutting-edge net-zero strategy encompassing the following steps:
- Current State Analysis: Verdantix initiated with an in-depth analysis of the client's existing position regarding emissions and sustainability practices within their North American building portfolio. This involved assessing energy usage, emissions data, and existing sustainability initiatives.
- Competitor and Regulatory Analysis: Verdantix conducted extensive research to understand competitor activities in the sector and to delve into the regulatory landscape at both state and federal levels. This step aimed to identify best practices, benchmarks, and potential opportunities.
- Decarbonization Roadmap: based on the current state analysis and regulatory insights, Verdantix crafted a phased roadmap for the effective decarbonization of the portfolio. This roadmap was designed to align with critical details such as lease expiry dates, state subsidy programs, and the value generated by proposed solutions.
- Innovative Emissions Reduction Tools: Verdantix introduced a range of innovative tools and mechanisms for emissions reduction, segmented into three distinct phases. Each phase included actionable and sustainable strategies to decrease emissions and move closer to the net-zero goal.
Outcome
The net-zero strategy generated substantial outcomes including:
- Staggered Approach: the decarbonization program provided a structured and staggered approach for the client to begin implementing as part of their Net Zero strategy. This phased approach allowed the client to make meaningful progress toward their sustainability objectives while considering lease timelines and regulatory incentives.
- Actionable Solutions: the strategy not only set ambitious goals but also provided practical, actionable solutions tailored to the North American portfolio.
- Competitive Advantage: by surpassing conventional approaches and aligning with evolving regulatory requirements, the client gained a competitive edge in the industry.
In conclusion, the empowered our client to forge a pioneering path toward net-zero emissions within their North American building portfolio. The phased approach, informed by deep analysis and regulatory insights, allowed the client to demonstrate leadership in sustainability while strategically managing their property assets.
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