Over the past decade, advances in renewable energy have made it much more affordable to power the average home or business. Not only is the cheaper price of solar and wind attractive to businesses, but its continued growth makes it a real economic bargaining tool for states to lure in companies to relocate, bringing more jobs and opportunities for residents.

ERE member Best Buy announced a goal to help consumers reduce their carbon emissions by 20 percent and save $5 billion on utility costs by 2030, while it works to decrease its own emissions 75 percent** over the same period.

The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) has released the 2020 update to the Corporate Clean Energy Procurement Index.

VF Corporation, one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies, announced the closing of its €500 million green bond offering, representing the first green bond issued in the apparel and footwear industry.

“Target and Walmart are trying to out-green each other in proving to customers they are environmentally responsible businesses…

From Fast Company: “Over the last decade, Ikea’s parent company has invested around $2.7 billion in renewable energy.”

Gap Inc. is on track to achieve 100% renewable energy across their globally owned and operated facilities by 2030.

As a result of fiscally responsible governance, Arizona is nationally known for an unrivaled business climate that has experienced soaring growth in recent years.

Sustainability and profitability are not mutually exclusive. More and more American companies are demanding renewable energy options to power their businesses. You can be sure that these demands are motivated by economics, not philanthropy.

There is so much to love about New Mexico – family traditions; the beautiful land, water, and mountains; and the cultural diversity. For national companies that are looking to expand operations, New Mexico has much to offer.

When it comes to energy, most retailers, restaurateurs, hoteliers and small business owners rightfully think primarily about how much energy they are using in their establishment and of course, the cost of that energy.

Everyday, the emerging modern economy continues to reshape the marketplace as we know it. For example, we just emerged from a holiday season in which more products were purchased online than ever before in traditional retail stores.