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Colbún neutralizes emissions from corporate offices

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Colbún's vision is to be a benchmark company in the generation and marketing of safe, competitive and sustainable energy. For Colbún, sustainability is not a business area, it is the business. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0070-E2002A53 Initiative of: Colbún Neutralization object: Corporate Offices Volume tonCO2: 1,956 tCO2 Effective date: 31-07-2017 Footprint meter: Colbún Footprint verifier: Ernst&Young Abatement Project: Hornitos Project Registration: Markit As part of its commitment to sustainability, Colbún has carried out various environmental and climate change initiatives. National reference in the generation of clean energy, with four of its hydroelectric plants registered under the Clean Development Mechanism, among others. That is why for the fifth consecutive year Colbún has decided to neutralize its greenhouse gas emissions associated with the operations of its corporate offices for 2015. In 2016, it decided to neutralize its emissions with carbon credits generated by the Hornitos hydroelectric power plant, located in Aconcagua, Valparaíso Region. As part of the process, the measurement was carried out under the GHG Protocol methodology and verified by an independent third party, in this case Ernst&Young, neutralizing a total of 1,956 tons CO2e. Colbún's vision is to be a benchmark company in the generation and marketing of...
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Colbún, CO2 neutral corporate offices

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For the sixth consecutive year, Colbún has neutralized the Greenhouse Gas emissions associated with the operation of its corporate offices during 2016. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0072-E2002A55 Initiative of: Colbún Neutralization object: Corporate offices 2016 Volume tonCO2: 1.418 tCO2 Effective date: 31-07-2018 Footprint meter: Colbún Footprint verifier: Ernst&Young Abatement Project: Hornitos Project Registration: Markit Emissions from neutralized corporate offices correspond mainly to electricity and fuel consumption, personnel transportation, business travel and waste disposal. The emissions inventory is carried out under the GHG Protocol methodology and is verified by an independent third party, EY Chile, thus obtaining the International CO2 SCX Neutral. With more than 15 years of commitment to climate change, Colbún has defined in its corporate strategy the objective of maintaining the CO2 (in its Chilean operations) below the Company's average emission factor of of the Central Interconnected System (tonCO2e/MWh), in addition to developing projects to reduce CO2 under different certification standards. To date, the Company has five plants and one project registered under the Clean Development Mechanism and the Clean Development Mechanism. Verified Carbon Standard . In addition, and in order to develop actions that allow a concrete contribution to the reduction of the carbon footprint,...
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Tur Bus airport service neutralizes its CO2 emissions

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The passenger transportation company Turbus, which has been operating for more than 65 years connecting destinations in Chile and abroad, developed its Airport Service in September 2000, in order to satisfy the need to travel to or from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, the main air terminal in Santiago de Chile. The challenge? To accomplish this 45-minute trip with its exclusive fleet in a sustainable way. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0041-E3417A25 Initiative by: Tur Bus Neutralization object: Event Volume tonCO2: 1,466 tCO2 Effective Date: 25-08-2016 Footprint meter: Tur Bus Footprint verifier: Deloitte Reduction Project: Lircay and Baesa hydroelectric project, and Madre de Dios REDD+ Conservation. Registration: Markit To achieve this, this year Turbus Airport has decided to neutralize the carbon emissions associated with this service, which are measured and verified through SCX certification. To neutralize these emissions, Turbus has selected a number of Latin American projects that contribute to the conservation and development of renewable energies. The selected projects are: ID Code: 0041-E3417A25
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Regional business meeting (EREDE) 2015 is carbon neutral

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In its 2015 version, the Regional Business Meeting suggests a provocative title that invites a necessary reflection on the routes chosen and those that must be taken with a sense of urgency to return to the path of growth. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0065-E1704A48 Initiative of: Arauco Neutralization object: Event Volume tonCO2: 14 tCO2 Effective Date: 20-08-2015 Footprint meter: Proyectae Footprint verifier: Deloitte Abatement Project: Nueva Aldea Biomass Plant Project Registration: CDM In a new scenario still marked by the uncertainty of the reform process promoted by the Executive and by a crisis of confidence that crosses all sectors of society, the diagnoses are on the table and there is no time to lose. The regional challenges demand to move forward quickly, but without mistaking the path towards a society of healthy coexistence between Chile and the regions, between government and citizens, between the regional capital and its provinces, between companies and workers. With these premises, IRADE launches its traditional Regional Business Meeting, which in its 2015 version is entitled Win Win, do we all win? ID Code: 0065-E1704A48
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Colbún certifies CO2 neutral 2014 of its corporate offices

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Colbún CO2 neutral - Corporate offices - Colbún has been committed to climate change mitigation for more than 10 years, and has not only advanced with the development of projects to reduce GHG emissions, measuring and managing its carbon footprint, but has also neutralized part of its emissions. For the fourth consecutive year, Colbún has neutralized the Greenhouse Gas emissions associated with the operation of its corporate offices in 2014. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0066-E2002A49 Initiative of: Colbún Neutralization object: Corporate Offices Volume tonCO2: 1.907 tCO2 Effective date: 30-07-2016 Footprint meter: Colbún Footprint verifier: Ernst&Young Abatement Project: Hornitos Registration: Markit Colbún's goal is to create long-term value by generating safe, competitive and sustainable energy. To do this in a sustainable manner, it is necessary to generate shared value with all stakeholders: with workers, by providing quality employment; with investors, by contributing value to the company; respecting the environment, so as to satisfy present needs without compromising the opportunities of future generations; with communities and society, by generating trust and opportunities for development in the localities where Colbún is present; with customers and suppliers, by seeking a collaborative relationship and sharing information; and with contractors and suppliers, by exchanging...
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Inmobiliaria Las Salinas neutralizes its CO2 emissions

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Inmobiliaria Las Salinas carbon neutral Inmobiliaria Las Salinas is an urban development initiative that seeks to promote the construction of the first "Sustainable Neighborhood of Chile" in the area. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0064-E1704A47 Initiative of: Inmobiliaria Las Salinas Neutralization object: Operations Volume tonCO2: 47.7 tCO2 Effective date: 30-04-2016 Footprint meter: Proyectae Footprint verifier: Deloitte Abatement Project: Lircay Hydroelectric Power Station Registration: Markit Inmobiliaria Las Salinas was established with the objective of concentrating under a single company the land of the former Las Salinas Plant, the 17-hectare site located in the coastal area of Viña del Mar, in order to promote a real estate and commercial project. Born as a project in 2013, today it is on its way to becoming a new neighborhood of Viña del Mar, has made a commitment to the city, its authorities and the community, in order to promote a harmonious development in the area that enhances the value of the sector and promotes tourism in the area, always with respect for the environment, with many public spaces and park areas, and with a proposal for modern roads, transforming it into a space that contributes intelligently to the development of the city, not...
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Neutralization of ground operations and transfers: LAN Perú

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In an effort to become a more sustainable company and contribute to mitigating the impacts of climate change, LAN Peru measured its carbon footprint for the second year, associated with direct and indirect activities related to its ground operations and transportation, in order to neutralize these emissions. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0043-E2227A27 Initiative of: LAN Peru Neutralization object: Ground Operations and Transfers Volume tonCO2: 5,303 tCO2 Effective date: 31-12-2015 Footprint meter: LAN Peru Footprint verifier: AENOR Reduction Project: REDD+ Castaña and Madre de Dios Concessions Registration: APX The scope of the company's measurement in Peru considered all activities that generate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, such as emissions from air operations, ground equipment (gasoline and diesel consumption), air conditioning equipment, electricity consumption in sales and administration offices, emissions from employee transportation and business air travel. The verification of LAN Peru's emissions was carried out by the Spanish Association for Standardization and Certification (AENOR), a world leader in the certification of management systems, products and services. Neutralization of carbon emissions was equivalent to 5,303 tons CO2emissions, which was achieved through the purchase of carbon credits, reductions certified under the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) of the REDD+ project in Concesiones de...
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Chile’s pavilion was carbon neutral at EXPOMilan 2015

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"The Love of Chile" is the name of the Pavilion representing Chile at ExpoMilan 2015, an event that took place from May 1st and will last until October 31st, 2015. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0062-E1704A45 Initiative of: Arauco, Chile ExpoMilan and SCX Neutralization object: Pavilion Volume tonCO2: 1,226 tCO2 Effective date: 31-10-2015 Footprint meter: Proyectae Footprint verifier: Deloitte Abatement Project: Biomass, Valdivia Registration: CDM Registry This event seeks to be a space to discuss one of the problems of the 21st century: the food crisis and the resources of our planet. The idea is to open a dialogue between international stakeholders to exchange views on these major challenges that are relevant to all. The Chilean pavilion, with more than 2,000 m2will simulate an interactive audiovisual tour, where it is expected to bring the public closer to the experiences of the chain of affection of the production of the gastronomic tradition. It will seek to showcase Chile's diverse side where we will try to make you live the unique experience and move to different scenarios, landscapes and cultures. More than being able to deliver knowledge about the existing diversity of products, traditions and its people, it will take advantage...
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CorpBanca neutralizes emissions from its 2011 – 2012 operations

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As part of its commitment to the environment, Banco CorpBanca has measured and verified its Carbon Footprint for the third consecutive year. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0063-E1704A46 Initiative of: Corpbanca Neutralization object: Operations Volume tonCO2: 19,744 tCO2 Effective date: 31-12-2015 Footprint meter: Proyectae Footprint verifier: Deloitte Reduction Project: Foz de Chapecó Registration: Markit In the first instance, they measured their carbon footprint for 2010, 7,954 tonCO2e, which were neutralized under the SCX Standard, through the purchase of carbon credits from the Chilean project Central Hidroeléctrica Foz de Chapecó. For the year 2011-2012 they also measured the carbon footprint, corresponding to emissions related to Corpbanca's operations (including its subsidiary Banco Condell). The measurement covers direct and indirect emissions. In the case of direct sources (controlled by the bank), emissions from air conditioning equipment, refrigerant gas replacement and mobile combustion were included; and for indirect emissions (sources not controlled by the bank), the following were considered: electricity consumption, production of main operating inputs, mains drinking water, printing paper, debit and credit cards, transportation of employees and workplace, transportation of valuables, transportation of waste, corporate travel, ATMs, among others. The result of the measurement showed 9,622 tons emitted for 2011 and...
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LAN Colombia certified CO2 neutral under international standard SCX

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In order to become a more sustainable company and contribute to mitigate the impacts of climate change, LAN Colombia measured the carbon footprint associated with direct and indirect activities related to its land operations and transportation in order to neutralize these emissions. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0046-E2227A30 Initiative by: LAN Colombia Neutralization object: Ground Operations and Transfers Volume tonCO2: 1.017 tCO2 Effective date: 31-12-2015 Footprint meter: LAN Colombia Footprint verifier: AENOR Abatement Project: Chocó-Darién Conservation Corridor REDD+ Project Registration: Markit The scope of the company's measurement in Colombia considered all activities that generate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, such as emissions from air operations, ground equipment (gasoline and diesel consumption), air conditioning equipment, electricity consumption in sales and administration offices, emissions from employee transportation and business air travel. LAN Colombia's emissions verification was carried out by the Spanish Association for Standardization and Certification (AENOR), a world leader in the certification of management systems, products and services. The neutralization of carbon emissions was equivalent to 1,017 tons of CO2 , which was achieved through the purchase of carbon credits, reductions certified under the VCS|Verified Carbon Standard of the REDD+ Chocó-Darién Conservation Corridor project. ID Code: 0046-E2227A30
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Colbún certifies its corporate offices CO2 neutral 2013

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For the third consecutive year, Colbún has neutralized the Greenhouse Gas emissions associated with the operation of its corporate offices in 2013. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0042-E2002A26 Initiative of: Colbún Neutralization object: Corporate offices Volume tonCO2: 2,044 tCO2 Effective date: 31-07-2015 Footprint meter: Colbún Footprint verifier: Ernst&Young Abatement Project: Hornitos Project Registration: Markit For Colbún, Climate Change has been a relevant issue for more than a decade. For this reason, it carries out and constantly participates in various initiatives, among which the following stand out: i) the registration of four run-of-river hydroelectric plants under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) (Chacabuquito, Hornitos, Quilleco and San Clemente); ii) the issuance of voluntary carbon credits associated with the pre-MDL operation of these four plants; iii) emission reductions of approximately 400 thousand tons of CO2e/year; and iv) participation in various national bodies that have mitigation and adaptation to climate change as a focus of action, such as the UC Global Change Center and the Center of Business Leaders for Climate Change (CLG Chile). Colbún, in order to contribute to the sustainable development of the industry, as well as to know the real environmental impact of our operation, annually quantifies its direct and...
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Carbon Neutral Gastronomic Route – Viña Emilia and Greenticket

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Viña Emilia and Greenticket supported 19 restaurants in obtaining their certification. Viña Emiliana, committed to the sustainable development of the country and its corporate activities, has developed this initiative in conjunction with Greenticket, to support small and medium-sized restaurants, allowing them to know and neutralize their organizational carbon footprint. This process allows them to identify their main sources of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and the impact of their activities on the planet's resources. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0039-E3604A23 Initiative of: Emilia Winery Neutralization object: Gastronomic Route Volume tonCO2: 1,207 tCO2 Effective Date: 25-08-2014 Footprint meter: Greenticket - MASSO Footprint verifier: Deloitte Abatement Project: BAESA Hydroelectric Power Plant Registration: Markit The participating restaurants were: Kilómetro Cero, La Percanta, Ciudadano, Ciudad Vieja, Mamboleta, from the Metropolitan Region; Pasta e Vino, Samsara, Calipso, Fauna, Bendita Pasta, Paparazzo from the Valparaíso Region; and Puro Toro (Puerto Varas), Eolia (Puerto Varas), Paréntesis (Puerto Varas), Pa` Mar Adentro (Puerto Montt), Fogón de Pepe (Puerto Montt), La Marca (Puerto Varas), Bravo Cabrera (Puerto Varas), Cassis (Puerto Varas) from the Lakes Region. Through this initiative, the restaurants measured their Carbon Footprint, using internationally recognized quantification methodologies. The carbon footprint was verified by an independent third party,...
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Paris neutralizes emissions from corporate flights for second year

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Paris has worked hard to make its hallmark continuous sustainability; socially, environmentally and economically. It has taken several activities and measures, starting with the preparation of its Sustainability Report in 2012, in order to improve its communication and transparency with its customers. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0038-E2504A22 Initiative of: PARIS Object of neutralization: Corporate Flights 2014 Volume tonCO2: 1.609 tCO2 Effective date: 31-12-2014 Footprint meter: Proyectae Footprint verifier: Deloitte Abatement Project: BAESA Hydroelectric Power Plant Registration: Markit Although they have focused on working to generate strategies and work together with their collaborators, suppliers and the community, in order to integrate them into the emissions reduction framework, they have not forgotten that the greatest effort must be seen in themselves. This is why Paris decided to neutralize the carbon footprint of its corporate travel for 2014, for the second consecutive year. It stands out for always trying to improve its relationship with the environment. In 2014, PARIS decided to neutralize its emissions with carbon credits from the BAESA hydroelectric project. Its estimate for 2014 was 1609 tons CO2e, associated with its corporate flights, and at the end of the year, the final result was reconciled, based on its air...
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The Value of Forests: Marketing and Carbon Offsets

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TNC and SCX team up to showcase case studies on how to successfully market carbon credits On April 15, 2014, at the Intercontinental Hotel in Santiago, the seminar "The Value of Forests: Beyond Carbon Credits" was held, organized jointly by The Nature Conservancy and SCX | Santiago Climate Exchange, sponsored by the National Association of Advertisers (ANDA) and Capital Magazine. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0045-E3804A29 Initiative of: TNC and SCX Neutralization object: Event Volume tonCO2: 8 tCO2 Effective date: 15-04-2014 Footprint meter: Poch Ambiental Footprint verifier: Deloitte Abatement Project: Valdivian Coastal Reserve Registration: Markit The idea was to convene national and international exhibitors to showcase cases of how their sustainability strategies with carbon credits can be transformed into a successful tool to address and even expand their markets. Through this initiative, TNC and SCX sought to encourage the creation of a market for carbon credits to combat climate change, which requires companies to effectively communicate to their target audiences the contribution they are making to save the planet. In short: how to add value to the brand by committing to offsetting the footprint through the purchase of carbon credits. But in addition to good communication, a good sustainability...
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BMW customer program, car models 2014

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Through this campaign, BMW Chile and COPEC joined forces to contribute to the community and contribute environmentally to the mitigation of climate change. In this context, BMW and the Convive COPEC program offer all customers who purchase any of the 2014 BMW models the benefit of having the carbon footprint of their first 20,000km neutralized, under the SCX | CO2 Neutral standard. Summary of the initiative SCX code: 0037-E3104A20 Initiative of: BMW Chile and COPEC Neutralization object: 2014 model cars Volume tonCO2: 5,521 tCO2 Effective date: 31-12-2014 Footprint meter: BMW program for its customers Footprint verifier: Deloitte Reduction Project: Lircay, Madre de Dios, San Cristobal and Foz do Chapecó. Registration: Markit The neutralization of CO2 emissions was achieved by investing in projects that generate carbon credits certified under the most demanding international standards, which will be traded on the Santiago Climate Exchange (SCX). Four Latin American projects have been selected for this campaign that not only contribute to mitigating the impact of greenhouse gases, but also support the development of local communities and in some cases the conversation of local biodiversity. Each BMW customer will receive a certificate with its respective ID, which can be entered at the end of...
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Pilot national carbon management program

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The meeting of the PGCARBONO neutralizes its impact. The Ministry of the Environment has identified that the linkage and alliances between the public and private sectors are key in the search for cost-effective greenhouse gas mitigation alternatives in the country. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0034-E1604A16 Initiative of: Climate Change Office of the Ministry of Environment, Chile. Neutralization object: Event Volume tonCO2: 1 tCO2 Effective Date: 07-11-2013 Footprint meter: Poch Ambiental Footprint verifier: Deloitte Reduction Project: Baesa Project Registration: Markit This is why the Climate Change Officeis in charge of the design, implementation and administration of the National Carbon Management Program (PGCARBONO) with the objective of supporting and promoting the management and voluntary quantification of greenhouse gas emissions at the corporate level, whether in the public and/or private sector, providing the appropriate tools for the calculation of greenhouse gas emissions. carbon footprint standardized reporting formats, assistance in the design of mitigation plans and ongoing monitoring. On this occasion, the National Carbon Management Program wanted the carbon emissions from this activity to be neutralized through the SCX process. This process consists of the following stages: measurement, which on this occasion will be carried out by Poch Ambiental; verification by an...
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Feria Chile es TUYO 2013, a CO2 neutral event

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For the second consecutive year, the National Tourism Fair will measure and neutralize its impact. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0032-E1604A14 Initiative of: SERNATUR Neutralization object: Event Volume tonCO2: 300 tCO2 Effective date: 20-10-2013 Footprint meter: Poch Ambiental Footprint verifier: Deloitte Reduction Project: Baesa Project Registration: Markit SERNATUR is working hard to contribute to the growth of tourism in Chile, always within a sustainable framework. To this end, since 2010, when the Sustainability Sub-Unit was created within the Territory and Environment Unit (Studies Sub-Directorate), several initiatives have been developed along these lines. One of them has been the decision to learn about and mitigate the impact of one of the most important events that are managed as part of its promotional efforts, which is the National Tourism Fair - Chile is Yours, given that although this fair contributes to the dissemination of Sustainable Tourism, the convening and production of an event of this magnitude entails the generation of carbon emissions. For this reason, SERNATUR has decided for the second consecutive year to neutralize carbon emissions and certify its process with SCX. The carbon credits that will be used come from effective emission reductions that have been certified by international...
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Hotel Gen obtains CO2 neutral certification under SCX standard

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At Hotel Gen Suite & Spa, they have made a commitment to the environment and nature. Since 2010, as part of its sustainability strategy, it has been constantly concerned with reducing the impact of its operations and services. Summary of the initiative SCX Code: 0029-E2904A11 Initiative of: Hotel Gen Neutralization object: Hotel Volume tonCO2: 486 tCO2 Effective Date: 30-06-2014 Footprint meter: Hotel Gen Footprint verifier: Deloitte Reduction Project: Baesa Project Registration: Markit This year, as part of their team's commitment and as an internal effort, they have not only measured their carbon footprint, but this time they have gone even further by obtaining the SCX CO2 Neutral. This internal effort, which included the measurement of its footprint considering scopes 1, 2, and 3, also considered the verification of an independent third party as part of the SCX certification process, which gives transparency to the result obtained. Hotel GEN, in order to neutralize carbon emissions from its operation and services, chose the Baesa hydroelectric project, located in the southern part of Brazil, between the states of Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul, which generates electricity for Brazil's National Interconnected System (SIN), thus meeting the growing demand for electricity due to...
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