Portland, OR, January 30, 2007--Global mutual fund Portfolio 21 named its Top 10 financial performers among companies implementing
environmental business strategies.
Portfolio 21's Top 10 financial performers for the 12-month period ending
December 30, 2006, include:
Vestas Wind Systems: This Danish wind turbine manufacturer has a clear sustainability strategy based on manufacturing equipment and operating facilities for the renewable energy sector. Vestas sees environmental considerations playing an increasingly important role in political and commercial decisions. 2006 performance: 131%
Fuel Systems Solutions: This company designs, manufacturers and supplies fuel storage, fuel delivery, and electronic control systems for automobile engines, with a focus on systems compatible with alternative fuels, such as
natural gas and methane. These fuels burn cleaner than conventional fuels and have a lower global warming impact. 2006 erformance: 114%
JM: This Swedish construction and real estate company leads its industry in sustainable practices. Using tools such as The Natural Step and the Precautionary Principle, JM sees environmental responsibility as key to the
company's strategy and profitability. 2006 performance: 89%
Interface: With a variety of environmental programs being implemented, Interface has developed the first "climate neutral" carpeting, has installed photovoltaics to provide solar power to three of its facilities, is developing carpet made from renewable natural materials that can be composted or recycled back into the same product, and, through its "Mission Zero"
program, aims to have zero waste and closed loop production. 2006 performance: 76%
British Land: British Land, a property development and management company,
clearly recognizes the economic benefits and competitive advantage that can be earned through the incorporation of sustainability principles. Its new development projects involve study of environmental impacts. 2006 performance: 61%
Acciona: This diversified Spanish company prioritizes sustainability across its
business lines. Through its construction and infrastructure subsidiary, Acciona works to educate clients and promote environmental features. Acciona's energy division is the world's largest wind power developer and
constructor and the company is also involved in micro hydro, biofuels, solar,
and co-generation. 2006 performance: 50%
Ormat: Ormat is focused on recovered and geothermal energy, both of which
are renewable and have low global warming profiles. Ormat uses closed loop
systems for a majority of its geothermal facilities, has developed products
and services related to recovered energy (specifically waste heat in industrial
settings), and has R&D efforts in thermal solar and biomass power. 2006
performance: 46%
Canon: Canon focuses on creating energy- and resource-efficient products as well as eliminating hazardous substances. Over 90% of Canon's entire product line is Energy Star certified. 2006 performance: 46%
Hewlett-Packard: Hewlett-Packard established its Environmental Stewardship program and Design-for-Environment principles in 1992, and continues to be a leader in addressing environmental issues. Working in areas such as energy efficiency, materials reduction, waste reduction, recycled/recyclable
materials, and end-of-life product recycling, we feel the company's improvements have resulted in increased business competitiveness and and
reduced environmental impact. 2006 performance: 43%
Novozymes: Denmark's Novozymes is the world leader in biotech-based
industrial enzymes and microorganisms. These enzyme products can reduce
the use of energy, raw materials, and harsh chemicals as well as reducing
waste generation. The company's strategy is to contribute to global
sustainable development by creating environmentally-sound solutions to
replace existing technologies and to meet new market needs. 2006
performance: 41%
