Sustainability Implementation Framework: Conserve

The world is currently facing a crucial challenge in transitioning to clean and sustainable energy sources. It's clear that traditional fossil fuels are no longer sustainable solutions to our energy needs. Not only are they finite, but they also contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, which lead to climate change and environmental damage. With global energy demand continuously increasing, it's essential to diversify our energy mix for long-term security. Renewable energy is the answer to this challenge.

Renewable energy source in brief

Burning fossil fuels has severe effects such as air pollution, water pollution, and climate change. Renewable energy sources, on the other hand, are natural and sustainable sources of energy that renew themselves over time. They harness power from natural phenomena such as sunlight, wind, water (hydro), geothermal heat, and biomass. Unlike finite fossil fuels, renewable energy sources are unlimited and have minimal environmental impact. They play a pivotal role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and creating a cleaner, greener future for all of us.

How does the industry respond?

The industry is responding to sustainability concerns by taking action and seizing new opportunities. In order to address global energy and environmental problems, industry leaders are working together and focusing on sustainability. Among industrial gas suppliers, gas conservation has become a top priority as businesses worldwide aim for sustainability and operational excellence. At Air Products, we are leading this charge by pioneering technologies to conserve gas resources and minimize environmental impact.

Sustainability, clean energy, and reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are crucial goals for us at Air Products. We are committed to achieving these objectives through our Grow-Conserve-Care sustainability implementation framework. Today, we would like to share more about our Conserve efforts, which focus on reducing environmental footprints and conserving resources through cost-effective improvements.

What is Conserve?

Our CO? emissions are driven by energy consumption. Because CO?e emissions represent our most significant environmental impact, we have set goals to invest billions in the energy transition, to reach net zero in our operations by 2050, and to reduce our carbon intensity.

We expect the reduction of our CO? emissions intensity to accelerate in 2025 and beyond as we bring our blue and green hydrogen megaprojects onstream and continue working across the five areas related to our goal:

1. Carbon capture
2. Carbon-free hydrogen
3. Low-carbon projects
4. Operational efficiency
5. Renewable energy

Is a cleaner future possible?

Absolutely! At Air Products, we are confident it is achievable. It all starts with small steps that lead to big changes. By working together – individuals, businesses, governments, and organizations – we can make it happen. It is about embracing cleaner practices, investing in renewable energy, and prioritizing environmental protection through smart policies.?

Learn more about Conserve efforts at Air Products: https://www.airproducts.com/company/sustainability/conserve?