Ameresco Celebrates 25^th Year of “Showing the Way”, Releases 2024 Impact Report on “People, Planet & Policy”

FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC), a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers navigate the energy transition, today announced the release of its 2024 Impact Report, marking a milestone in the company's journey as it celebrates its 25th anniversary. Centered on the theme of “Doing Well by Doing Good: Showing the Way,” this report highlights Ameresco’s steadfast vision to energize a sustainable world and details many stories of the Company’s impact across sustainability, innovation, and community engagement.

Founded in 2000, Ameresco has shown the way as a trusted partner for customers looking to upgrade infrastructure, reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero. The Company has delivered over $16 billion in energy solutions and contracted or managed more than 5 GWe of renewable energy resources in that time. With over 1,500 employees providing local expertise across North America and Europe, Ameresco has built its market-leading reputation while leaving a lasting impact on the communities in which it serves.

"Celebrating 25 years is a testament to our dedication and the trust our customers place in us," said George Sakellaris, President & CEO at Ameresco. "Our journey has been marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation and sustainability, and we are excited to continue this path, driving positive changes for our customers, communities, and the environment. While everyone navigates the global energy transition, we are committed to showing the way."

The 2024 Impact Report showcases stories of impact across three core pillars of people, planet and policy. Key highlights include:

• People: Ameresco's commitment to its employees, communities, and global impact is paramount to its long-term success. The Company is proud of its corporate and social responsibility initiatives, including investing in career advancement and training, fostering a culture of belonging and innovation, health and safety programs, and giving back to communities through volunteerism and next generation STEM programs.
• Planet: The Company is proud to advocate for climate action and energy resilience, supporting customers' journeys to net zero through energy efficiency, renewable energy, and infrastructure solutions. Highlighted projects showcase the successful integration of these solutions to reduce consumption, costs and carbon and environmental stewardship. Approximately 17 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent was avoided during 2024 from Ameresco’s owned energy assets and our customer projects.
• Policy: Ameresco recognizes that good governance and public policy engagement are integral for sustainable growth and a resilient business. With a relentless focus on innovative leadership, wide perspectives of thought, and meaningful business ethics, the Company’s corporate governance practices are designed to enable us to execute the most complex projects at the highest level.

“Ameresco’s impact demonstrates our dedication to making the world better, one project at a time," said Mark Chiplock, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Chair of Ameresco’s Ambassadors of Impact. “In today's dynamic market, reflecting on our impact is more important than ever. It highlights our resilience, adaptability, and forward-thinking approach. I am energized about the prospect for Ameresco’s ability to continue driving positive change and making a lasting difference in the communities we serve.”

To view the 2024 Impact Report, please visit: https://www.ameresco.com/2024-impact-report/.

About Ameresco, Inc.

Founded in 2000, Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. Our comprehensive portfolio includes implementing smart energy efficiency solutions, upgrading aging infrastructure, and developing, constructing, and operating distributed energy resources. As a trusted full-service partner, Ameresco shows the way by reducing energy use and delivering diversified generation solutions to Federal, state and local governments, utilities, educational and healthcare institutions, housing authorities, and commercial and industrial customers. Headquartered in Framingham, MA, Ameresco has more than 1,500 employees providing local expertise in North America and Europe. For more information, visit www.ameresco.com.