Coming Together for Earth Week

(Above: Employees at Warner Bros.' Rome office celebrate Earth Week.)

During Earth Week last month, Time Warner properties worldwide powered down in a big way. Employees around the globe – across Asia, Europe and North America – joined together in a coordinated effort to conserve energy.

Since the Time Warner Energy Council launched its first power down in 2013, participation has grown from 30 locations in nine U.S. Cities to more than 60 properties in more than 20 countries worldwide.   

Steve Lefkowitz, Global Head of Facilities for Time Warner and executive sponsor for the Time Warner Energy Council, said, “We’re thrilled with the level of engagement in this year’s power down. What began as a symbolic gesture has truly morphed into an impactful initiative.”

But it doesn’t stop there. In addition to ongoing projects, the Time Warner Energy Council plans to continue the success of the global power down by using its resources, particularly its Green Scene engagement platform, in order to encourage employee involvement year-round.

“Initiatives like our global power down foster a sense of community around the common goal of reducing our carbon footprint,” Lefkowitz added. “And being able to replicate this level of interest and involvement throughout the year is a win-win for our company and the environment.”