McDonald's Signs VPPA Deal with Renewable Energy Projects

McDonald’s makes progress toward 2030 climate action target and adds renewable energy to the grid

McDonald’s announced the signing of two long-term, large-scale virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs), whereby McDonald’s will buy renewable energy generated by Aviator Wind West, a wind power project located in Coke County, Texas and a solar project located in Texas.  The combined 380MW in renewable energy expected to be generated from McDonald’s contribution to these projects will help to prevent over 700,000 metric tons of carbon emissions each year, which is equivalent to planting more than 11 million trees or taking over 140,000 cars off the road for one year. Additionally, the energy generated by these U.S. projects will be equivalent to over 2,500... ... More: Official Press Release McDonald's

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