La Unidad de Negocios de CMI Energía se dedica al desarrollo, diseño, ejecución, operación y comercialización de proyectos de generación de energía eléctrica, con recursos renovables en la región centroamericana.
CMI Capital consolidates its purpose toward a sustainable future: The 2022 Sustainability Report shows the generation of impact investments that drive sustainable development in the region
Published:
22 December, 2023
CMI Capital consolidates its purpose toward a sustainable future: The 2022 Sustainability Report shows the generation of impact investments that drive sustainable development in the region.
CMI Capital presents its Sustainability Report 2022, which shows how it is consolidating its purpose to generate impact investments that drive sustainable development.
The presentation of the “Consolidating Our Purpose” report is an exercise in transparency that gives testimony of the existing commitment of its leadership in impact investments.
2022 has been a year of achievement and transformation for CMI. The results of the three business units that make up CMI Capital are presented throughout the report: Energy, Real Estate Development and Finance, which gave great results for the care of the environment, strengthening the economy and promoting social development.
“In the report we present our strategy with a purpose, a roadmap on environmental, social and governance issues for the business by 2030, which will continue to promote decarbonization, real estate development and sustainable finance, as well as CMI’s contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals” are the words of the message of Enrique Crespo, CEO of CMI Capital.
The priority of the company is to be an active part in mitigating climate change, implementing programs that improve the quality of life of the communities with which CMI relates, creating safe spaces for public use that improve the environment and promote welfare, and designing financial services that support the growth and profitability of businesses.
Outstanding achievements of CMI Capital in 2022
Well-being and professional development of all those who collaborate at CMI: The company was recognized as one of the best employers in the region, thanks to its Gente+ (People+) program.
Conscious Leadership: The CMI Leadership Model sets a focus on strategic vision, talent development and disciplined execution, which has been basic for achieving the company’s sustainable results. Because of this vision, Enrique Crespo was recognized as one of the CEOs driving the region by Connecta Awards.
Leadership in Global Impact Investments: CMI Capital is the first private company to join the Global Impact Investment Network (GIIN), showing its strong commitment to impact investments that generate measurable social and environmental benefits.
Green Financing Pioneers: The successful placement of USD 700 million in green bonds in 2021, brought CMI added success with a recognition for Climate Bonds showing the work done in financing climate-resilient and low-carbon projects.
Advances in decarbonization: The CMI Capital Energy Unit has achieved an effective system capacity of 818 MW in renewable energies, significantly contributing to decarbonization and avoiding the emission of approximately 1.7 million tons of CO2 per year.
Responsible growth: In the Real Estate Development Unit, more than 27,000 m2 of additional construction have followed sustainable criteria, adding to a total of almost 350,000 m2. In addition, the 13 Pradera Shopping Centers recorded an average of 48 million visits in 2022.
Solutions for sustainable transformation: As part of its proposal to support the transformation of other companies, it has developed two businesses focused in providing solutions and support to companies to achieve their decarbonization objectives.
ION Energy sold a total of 530,929,159.89 kilowatt hours (kWh).
Support for the establishment of the Advisory Council on Sustainable Finance: Together with the IDB and Centrarse, it joined Guatemala’s Sustainable Finance Protocol to continue promoting a financing ecosystem, and also supported the Council’s structure.
Commitment to Biodiversity: CMI Capital has planted around 180,000 trees in several countries. In Guatemala it has a private Natural Reserve conserving approximately 200 hectares.
In 2022, CMI Capital presented its Strategy with a Purpose, its business strategy focused on sustainable development. This strategy for 2030 is based on sustainable operations for sustainable solutions.
CMI Capital’s 2022 Sustainability Report shows the company’s commitment to promoting sustainable development in every country where it operates. For more details on CMI Capital’s accomplishments and strategy with a purpose, see the Sustainability Report
