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Climate protection

We’re preparing for a low-carbon future by investing in renewable energy, improving energy efficiency and reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2035.

Climate-smart and sustainable.

    How we’re reaching our goals.

    Net zero carbon emissions

    We’re preparing for a low-carbon future. Our mission: achieve net zero carbon emissions in our operations, invest in renewable energy, and improve the energy efficiency of our networks and facilities.

    The Verizon Green Bond

    In 2019, our green bond—the first from a U.S. telecom company—raised almost $1 billion in net proceeds, for allocation to our environmental programs.

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    Conservation

    We’re helping protect our planet for future generations with initiatives such as recycling e-waste, reducing water use and planting up to one million trees.

    The Verizon Climate Resilience Prize

    We help our winners scale their tech-based climate solutions. See who won this year’s prize and learn how they’re changing the world.

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    Sustainability at Verizon

    From sourcing renewable energy to partnering with reforestation projects, we’re committed to protecting our planet.

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