NiSource Demonstrates Commitment to Furthering a More Sustainable and Inclusive Future through 2024 ESG Report
Report highlights progress towards reducing emissions, executing a new biodiversity strategy, helping ensure an inclusive workforce and community investment
These initiatives include continuing to diversify our energy options by including low-carbon fuels and renewable energy sources, evolving our gas and electric systems operations, and structuring our offerings to help ensure
“Serving as the backbone of a thriving economy, utilities can meet the challenges of transitioning to cleaner energy in a balanced way that serves the interests of our communities while protecting the environment,” said
Key highlights from the report:
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Driving Towards a Net-Zero Future —Committed approximately
$4 billion of cumulative generation transition investments and continued progress towards delivering net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. - Investing in our Communities — Advanced economic inclusion initiatives and increased our diverse supplier spend to 19%, keeping us on track to achieve our goal of 25% diverse supplier spend by 2025.
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Ensuring a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace — Since 2023,
NiSource has increased the number of diverse and female officers and increased spending with diverse supply partners to help establish a society where no one is left behind. - Leading with Integrity —Refreshed 25% of the Board in the last two years, adding cybersecurity, financial, and industry experience.
“A sustainable and resilient energy future must include a holistic approach to meet the needs of both people and the environment,” said
NiSource’s 2024 ESG report is available on our website at https://www.NiSource.com/2024ESGReport.
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