1、SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2024The sustainable energy systems of the future are built on the factory floorSPECIAL EDITION INSIDEGE Vernova SustainabilityGE Vernova SustainabilityRISING EMISSIONSAround the world,carbon emissions and air pollution continue to rise.The combination of scaling low-carbon ener
2、gy sources while advancing breakthrough technologies to help lower emissions remains critical.ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTIts not just our climate,either.From our forests to our oceans,biodiversity loss is at an all-time high.RISING TO THE CHALLENGEDEMAND FOR ENERGYOur digital world demands more energy than
3、 ever.From AI to Bitcoin,the demand for data centers,and the energy to power them,is expected to rise by over 50%by 2045.NEED FOR ENERGY ACCESSNearly 10%of the global population lacks access to reliable electricity;we must find a way to meet our growing energy needs and bring power to those who need
4、 it most.The priorities for future energy leadersGE Vernova is passionate about deliveringanoptimistic vision for our sharedfuture.To highlight our commitment to the success of the Future Leaders of Energy,weve asked Benji Backer,a champion for youth,environment and energy leadership,to take over th
5、ese pages and express the views of the next generation indelivering asustainable future.BENJI BACKERNext Gen AdvisorBenji is committed to empowering the next generationofenergy leaders,and is helping ushighlightglobal individuals who are shaping thefutureofenergy.He also describes how GEVernovaisess
6、entialto enabling future leaderstobuilda brighter future both for energyandforsustainability.1Introduction|Future leaders of energy1Introduction|Future leaders of energyGE Vernova 2024 Sustainability ReportACTION AROUND THE WORLDThe two main drivers for reducing global emissions are clean energy and