North American companies are increasingly competing on sustainability, proving environmental responsibility enhances business performance.
Patagonia: Purpose-Driven
Patagonia sets the standard for corporate environmentalism. In 2022, founder Yvon Chouinard transferred ownership to a trust dedicated to fighting climate change.
Microsoft: Carbon Negative
Microsoft has committed to being carbon negative by 2030 and removing all historical emissions by 2050.
Interface: Mission Zero
Carpet manufacturer Interface has reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 96% and operates with 100% renewable electricity.
Apple: Supply Chain Leader
Apple has achieved carbon neutrality for corporate operations and is pushing to make its entire supply chain carbon neutral by 2030.
Tesla: Clean Transportation
Tesla has fundamentally disrupted the automotive industry, proving electric vehicles can be desirable and profitable.
Common Success Factors
These leaders share: sustainability integrated into core strategy, long-term thinking, transparency, and willingness to push industry norms.