EDF and Whitbread Group PLC agree a 3-year clean renewable energy partnership

• EDF will supply Whitbread with approx. 340 GWhs ofenergy from wind and solar energy

EDF, Britain's biggest supplier of zero carbon electricity, has signed a 3-year supply agreement with Whitbread PLC, the UK's leading hospitality business, which operates some of the UK's most recognised brands, including Premier Inn.

Through providing expert advice and energy management, EDF will help Whitbread optimise its energy use and further reduce its environmental footprint.

Over the next 36 months, EDF will supply clean, renewable energy to Whitbread's recognised brands, enjoyed by millions across the UK. The zero-carbon electricity will be certified to provide assurance of its renewable status from wind and solar sources, and this energy partnership reflects a shared vision for a sustainable, net zero future.

Whitbread knows the scale of its operation and the significant impact it can have on the environment and the communities in which they operate. For this reason, they have set themselves strong commitments within their Force for Good Sustainability programme. They have gained Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validationfor their overall net zero targets (both near and long-term), with the long term targets committing them to reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 99.6% by 2040 and to reduce scope 3 emissions by 90% by 2050.

Raghav Singh, Director of Large Business at EDF Business Solutions, said: "We're excited to work with Whitbread as their energy provider, reinforcing our position as a low carbon energy partner of choice to market leading organisations. We look forward to building on this new partnership, supporting Whitbread in their net zero ambitions."

Dan Urwin, Head of Procurement - Performance, Corporate Services, Utilities, and IT from Whitbread PLC, said: "As a business that is committed to operating as a force for good, we're delighted to partner with EDF to continue our longstanding commitment to renewable energy. Our guests really care about environmental issues and this partnership demonstrates our commitment to a more sustainable future".