3.1.11 Private Sector Contributions to Energy Efficiency

LPDD Recommendation: “Private sector participants should commit to the Ceres sustainability road map commitment to improve energy efficiency of operations by at least 50% and reduce electricity demand by at least 15%.”

LPDD Recommendation: “Data centers can improve their efficiency by adopting utilization metrics, rewarding efficient behaviors (perhaps by using green leases between leased data centers and their tenants), and disclosing energy and carbon performance.”

ISO Standard 50001:2018

Provides a framework for businesses to improve the energy efficiency of their operations through steps including establishing baselines, adopting performance indicators, targets, and action plans.