Austin, Texas, February 4, 2026
Texan by Nature has published its 2025 TxN 20 Industry Report, revealing how Texas businesses integrate conservation into their strategies. The report showcases the top 20 companies committed to conservation, including notable names like Acme Brick Company, PepsiCo, and Microsoft. Key findings emphasize the alignment of corporate missions with conservation efforts, with 80% of analyzed companies prioritizing environmental stewardship. This initiative highlights the intersection of sustainability and business success in Texas.
Austin, Texas – Texan by Nature Releases 2025 TxN 20 Industry Report
Austin, Texas – On February 3, 2026, Texan by Nature (TxN), a Texas-led conservation nonprofit, unveiled the 2025 TxN 20 Industry Report, highlighting how businesses across 12 industries are integrating conservation into their strategies. The report features the 2025 Texan by Nature 20 (TxN 20), a ranking of the top 20 companies operating in Texas that have demonstrated a strong commitment to conservation.
Key Findings from the 2025 TxN 20 Industry Report
- Mission Alignment: 80% of the top 180 companies analyzed include conservation as part of their mission and values.
- Local Conservation Efforts: 44% of these companies participate in initiatives such as watershed conservation, waste and circularity, and habitat restoration.
- Return on Investment: Approximately 19% of companies measure Return on Conservation™ investment, with about 52% of the top 20 companies doing so.
Joni Carswell, CEO and President of Texan by Nature, noted that in 2025, companies upheld their conservation commitments amid external pressures. The report highlights that doing what’s right for natural resources is also smart for business.
Notable 2025 TxN 20 Honorees
The 2025 TxN 20 includes companies from various sectors, such as:
- Acme Brick Company: Recognized for its commitment to environmental conservation, including reducing water consumption and landfill waste.
- Darling Ingredients: A pioneer in circularity, transforming animal agricultural by-products into valuable ingredients and renewable energy.
- PepsiCo: Honored for its leadership in conservation and sustainability, with a focus on sourcing responsibly and eliminating waste and emissions.
- Texas Health Resources: The only health system included in the 2025 class of honorees, recognized for its sustainability and conservation efforts.
- Microsoft: Committed to protecting more land than it uses by 2025, partnering with organizations to protect ecosystems at risk.
- Walmart: Recognized for its leadership in conservation and sustainability, aiming to become a regenerative company dedicated to placing nature and humanity at the center of its business practices.
- WM: Committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2031 from a 2021 base year, and targeting beneficial use of captured landfill gas to 65% by 2026.
These companies exemplify the integration of conservation into business operations, demonstrating that environmental stewardship can align with business success.
About Texan by Nature
Founded in 2011 by former First Lady Laura Bush, Texan by Nature is a nonprofit organization that unites conservation and business leaders to benefit Texas’s economy, people, and land. Through initiatives like the TxN 20, Texan by Nature recognizes and showcases the best conservation efforts from Texas-based businesses advancing innovation, commitment, and best practices in conservation and sustainability.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the TxN 20 Industry Report?
The TxN 20 Industry Report is an annual publication by Texan by Nature that highlights how businesses across various industries in Texas are integrating conservation into their strategies. It features the top 20 companies demonstrating a strong commitment to conservation.
How are companies selected for the TxN 20 list?
Companies are evaluated based on a 17-point scoring system, considering their conservation efforts, impact, and data. A selection committee of industry leaders reviews the top companies to determine the final 20 honorees.
What are some key trends highlighted in the 2025 TxN 20 Industry Report?
The report highlights that 80% of the top 180 companies analyzed include conservation as part of their mission and values, 44% participate in local conservation efforts, and approximately 19% measure Return on Conservation™ investment, with about 52% of the top 20 companies doing so.
Who are some of the 2025 TxN 20 honorees?
Notable honorees include Acme Brick Company, Darling Ingredients, PepsiCo, Texas Health Resources, Microsoft, Walmart, and WM, among others.
What is the mission of Texan by Nature?
Texan by Nature is a nonprofit organization founded in 2011 by former First Lady Laura Bush, aiming to unite conservation and business leaders to benefit Texas’s economy, people, and land through various initiatives, including the TxN 20.
Key Features of the 2025 TxN 20 Industry Report
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Mission Alignment | 80% of the top 180 companies analyzed include conservation as part of their mission and values. |
| Local Conservation Efforts | 44% of these companies participate in initiatives such as watershed conservation, waste and circularity, and habitat restoration. |
| Return on Investment | Approximately 19% of companies measure Return on Conservation™ investment, with about 52% of the top 20 companies doing so. |
| Notable Honorees | Companies like Acme Brick Company, Darling Ingredients, PepsiCo, Texas Health Resources, Microsoft, Walmart, and WM are recognized for their conservation efforts. |
| About Texan by Nature | A nonprofit organization founded in 2011 by former First Lady Laura Bush, aiming to unite conservation and business leaders to benefit Texas’s economy, people, and land. |
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