ANZ of Australia goes Carbon Neutral

Filed in archive Carbon Neutral on May 5, 2007

ANZ is Australia's third largest bank and this year, it aims to reduce its environmental footfrint and become carbon-neutral by 2009. As in other organizations, the way to carbon-neutrality is through investments in renewable energy projects and improved administrative practices that lead to efficient energy use.

According to John McFarlane, ANZ CEO:

"...Although we know there will still be much to do in reducing ANZ's environmental footprint, creating a sustainable building which will stand on the world stage is an important step forward for ANZ, our people and for Melbourne..."

I know you hear about a corporation going carbon-neutral everyday but you have to admit, it is good news. Read more about the story here.

Photo originally shown here.