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Unilever announced that a major project to significantly reduce carbon emissions at its Ice Cream Business Group’s four U.S. factories was chosen by the U.S. Department of Energy for award negotiations of up to $20.9 million of support.

In early 2024, Electrolux Group, a home appliance manufacturer, had its second science-based climate target approved by the Science-Based Targets initiative after reaching its first target three years ahead of time.

Orbia Advance Corporation, S.A.B. de C.V. lowered Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 28% and Scope 3 emissions by 20% compared to the 2019 baseline.

AGCO Corporation, a global company that designs, manufactures and distributes agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, plans to lower Scope 1 and 2 absolute emissions 55% by 2030 and 90% by 2050.

Fresenius Medical Care, a provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases, announced its Scope 1 and 2 emissions decreased by 16% from a 2020 baseline.

In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, Debra Chanil speaks with Brittney Boyd, founder and CEO of the Energy Equity Group (EEG). Brittney shares her personal journey, from growing up in a low-income neighborhood to becoming an influential figure in the clean energy industry, and delves deeper into the mission and goals of the Energy Equity Group.

Glencore introduced a new interim industrial emissions reduction target and laid out its plans for the next three years, including the risks and opportunities of its current combined energy and metals businesses.

The U.S. Department of Energy recognized Better Buildings Challenge partner Morehouse College for lowering its energy intensity by more than 30% since 2023, achieving its Better Buildings Challenge goal, and accelerating progress toward its internal net-zero targets.

Owens Corning achieved a 28% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2018 baseline.