Sustainability
The Dow Jones Sustainability Index defines corporate sustainability as “a business approach that creates long-term shareholder value by embracing opportunities and managing risks deriving from economic, environmental and social developments.”
Duke Energy has internalized sustainability to mean we do business in a way that is good for people, the planet and profits.
Sustainability Reports
We track and report our progress on a variety of sustainability initiatives in our yearly Sustainability Report. Our 2007|2008 Sustainability Report: Building Bridges to a Low-Carbon Future is closely aligned with our 2007 Summary Annual Report.
Global Reporting Initiative Index
The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Reporting Framework provides a world-recognized format for reporting on economic, environmental and social performance.
Sustainability Plan and Progress at a Glance (pdf, 116 KB)
In our view, we do not have a business plan if we do not have a sustainability plan. We have reflected upon our corporate vision and values, our business strategy and our expectations for the future. We listened to our many external stakeholders, national leaders in sustainability, our employees, and our conscience in developing this plan.
Sustainable Community Self – Assessment Tool
We are committed to fostering a healthy quality of life in the communities we serve. This web-based survey will help civic leaders and citizens evaluate the long-term sustainability of their community. It will help generate ideas and initiatives for improvements, and provides extensive reference materials on what other communities have accomplished.
