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    Powering progress, sustainably.

    At Eaton, we believe sustainability is a key driver of progress. As industries evolve and electrification accelerates, we help our customers simplify the path forward. Boosting efficiencies, building resilient communities, and by staying ahead of ever-changing regulations.
    See how we’re making an impact
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Our corporate sustainability strategy 

In a world where energy powers possibility, the path to a sustainable future is filled with opportunity. Addressing the interconnected challenges of sustainability calls for a bold, holistic approach. Decarbonization serves as a catalyst for transformative change, enabling the transition to more resilient and future-focused operations. 

We’re meeting today’s evolving demands with a four-part sustainability strategy that drives meaningful progress in power management. Explore how our approach is shaping a more sustainable future in our latest sustainability report.

"As I've said many times: what’s good for the planet is good for Eaton. Sustainability isn’t just a goal. It’s a mindset that shapes how we operate, innovate, and grow. By embedding sustainable practices into our products, operations, and culture, we’re not only reducing our environmental impact, we’re building a stronger, more resilient company for the future.”
Harold Jones, chief sustainability officer and executive vice president, Eaton Business System

Latest news

Discover Eaton’s latest sustainability news, innovations, and impact. Stay informed and inspired to take action.

Latest news Discover Eaton’s latest sustainability news, innovations, and impact. Stay informed and inspired to take action.
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Sustainability insights

Dive deeper into your sustainability journey with insights from our experts. Explore articles, blogs, podcasts, and more all in one place.

Partnering for a more resilent future

Progress is a shared journey. Together with our customers, Eaton is turning bold ideas into measurable impact and building a more sustainable future.

AI-powered innovation to strengthen wildfire prevention

AI-driven fault detection empowers utilities to prevent wildfires, protect communities, and advance a more resilient, sustainable energy future.

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Advancing clean energy manufacturing in Wisconsin

Wisconsin solar project cuts carbon, powers manufacturing, and accelerates the journey toward resilient, affordable, and sustainable energy.

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Eaton scales solar for smarter energy with Lumelec

Solar PV and EV charging strategy based on energy storage for its new building to power EV chargers, cut emissions, and avoid costly grid upgrades.

Aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

In line with our vision to improve quality of life and the environment, and as a proud participant in the U.N. Global Compact, Eaton is advancing the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals through our sustainability targets.

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Our sustainability goals and targets

We’re stepping up our commitment to improve the quality of life and the environment. Our targets include reducing the carbon emissions from our operations by half, lowering product and supply chain emissions, certifying all manufacturing sites as zero waste to landfill, and achieving carbon neutral operations. We have also set targets to further enhance employee safety, development and engagement, and to  provide more transparency into the progress the company is making toward achieving its ESG goals.