Pathway for Midwest Businesses to Achieve Greenhouse Gas Reduction

This report outlines the progress and challenges of renewable energy in five Midwestern states: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin. It highlights the role of company procurement and sustainability leaders in advancing a clean energy future while addressing socioeconomic and environmental impacts. The document details the high demand for renewable energy among large businesses, with 54% having ambitious greenhouse gas reduction targets. It discusses variations in renewable energy availability across states and the influence of state policies on renewable project development. The report emphasizes the importance of the 3C approach—communities, conservation, and climate—in planning renewable projects. Additionally, it presents resources available to assist businesses in procuring and siting renewable energy projects. The report concludes that while progress has been made, significant challenges remain in transitioning from fossil fuels to renewables, necessitating a collaborative effort to meet net-zero emissions goals by 2050.