Energy Management Articles
How Amazon is harnessing solar energy, batteries, and AI to help decarbonize the grid
At Amazon, artificial intelligence is helping solar-plus-storage projects provide power even when the sun isn’t shining. Amazon teams are currently developing an AI model that will leverage machine learning capabilities, along with performance data from Amazon rooftop solar arrays, to help its San Bernardino Air Hub and other buildings minimize energy usage.
Ecolab Achieves 100% RE in Europe, Adds EVs
Ecolab Inc., a global sustainability company providing water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services, achieved 100% renewable electricity in its European operations, bringing the company 80% of the way toward its goal of 100% renewable electricity globally by 2030.
ViVaVerse Solutions Adds Microgrid
Data center operator ViVaVerse Solutions entered into a partnership to build a 17-megawatt (MW) microgrid at the ViVa Center campus in Houston, Texas.
Munters Sets 2030 Goals
Munters made a commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) by setting new strategic sustainability targets for 2030.
Holcim Builds Net Zero Cement Plant in Belgium
Holcim broke ground at its GO4ZERO plant, which is engineered to produce 2 million tons of net-zero cement annually by 2029 in Obourg, Belgium.
Guinness Brewery to Decarbonize
Diageo announced plans to invest over €100 million to decarbonize its St. James’s Gate site in Dublin 8, which is where Guinness has been brewed for 264 years.
Dallas to Add EV Charging
Dallas selected Ford’s commercial division, Ford Pro™, to help the city with its climate goals by improving its air quality by electrifying the city’s vehicle fleet by 2040.
EnerSys Lowers Emissions by 4%
EnerSys, a stored energy solutions for industrial applications company, announced its Scope 1 emissions are down 4.2% since 2022 and declined by 25% since 2019.
Hecla Mining Lowers Emissions by 36%
Hecla Mining Company achieved a 36% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from its 2019 baseline and achieved net zero carbon emissions for the third consecutive year with the use of carbon offset credits.
City of Henderson Upgrades to Energy Efficient Lighting
The City of Henderson, Nevada, will upgrade its street lighting infrastructure with LED technology through a $21 million project.
ADM Lowers Emissions by 14.7%
ADM, a global agricultural supply chain manager and processor, achieved progress on its GHG reduction goals and lowered its Scope 1 and 2 and Scope 3 emissions over baseline by 14.7% and 7.7% respectively.
Port of Detroit Decarbonization and Air Quality Improvement Plan
The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority takes seriously its responsibility to limit climate change from carbon emissions and to improve air quality and the overall health of residents, workers, and visitors to the Port of Detroit. "The Port of Detroit Decarbonization and Air Quality Improvement Plan" is the first step in fulfilling that responsibility to reduce the impact of maritime activity on the environment – currently at 3% of global emissions and increasing.
Honda Sets Electrification Strategy
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that the automobile manufacturer plans to make EVs and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) represent 40% of its global auto sales and to produce more than 2 million units of EVs as of 2030.
Weekend Reads: Solar Tariffs Double; Carbon Capture Batteries
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Mizuho Financial Group to Provide JPY 2 Trillion for Hydrogen Production
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. seeks to provide JPY 2 trillion in financing for the production and supply of hydrogen and related technologies by 2030.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast: Episode 102 - Heard at Net Zero Forum: The Decarbonization Journey Begins With Energy Efficiency
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host Debra Chanil welcomes Sharon L. Nolen, Program Manager & Fellow, Global Natural Resource Management at Eastman Chemical, for a dive into Eastman's journey toward decarbonization, emphasizing the pivotal role of energy efficiency in their strategy. Sharon highlights Eastman Chemical's commitment to sustainability, focusing on mitigating climate change, mainstreaming circularity and caring for society.
Boston Consulting Group Signs for SAF
Boston Consulting Group announced that it has signed an agreement for the purchase of sustainable aviation fuel certificates (SAFc).
Standard Motor Products Sets 2030 Goals
Standard Motor Products, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of premium replacement parts in the automotive aftermarket, announced it plans to make reductions in Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions.
Yelp Lowers Emissions by 12.5%, Invests in Solar
Yelp Inc., a platform for connecting people with local businesses, reported a 12.5% year-over-year reduction in its carbon footprint, which was largely attributable to the strategic decision to decrease office space.
Microsoft Requires Suppliers to Switch to 100% RE
Microsoft will require its main suppliers to switch to 100% renewable energy by 2030.
Rivian Automotive Collaborates on RE Projects
Rivian Automotive entered into an agreement to collaborate on the development of renewable energy resources to meet the automaker’s environmental priorities.
W.P. Carey Publishes Emissions Data
W.P. Carey, a net lease REIT specializing in corporate sale-leasebacks, build-to-suits and the acquisition of single-tenant net lease properties, published like-for-like Scope 1 and 2 emissions data for the first time.
W.P. Carey Publishes Emissions Data
W.P. Carey, a net lease REIT specializing in corporate sale-leasebacks, build-to-suits and the acquisition of single-tenant net lease properties, published like-for-like Scope 1 and 2 emissions data for the first time.
NYSERDA Funds Commercial and Industrial Carbon Challenge
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced the sixth round of the Commercial and Industrial Carbon Challenge.
San Diego Expands Public EV Charging
The San Diego City Council approved an agreement to add hundreds of new electric vehicle charging stations at public facilities throughout the city.
Blackbaud Lowers Emissions by 92%
Blackbaud, a provider of software for powering social impact, achieved 100% carbon neutrality for 2023 emissions and a 92% reduction in global GHG emissions since 2019.
Versant Power’s Fort Kent District Reaches 100% Solar
Versant Power’s service territory in the Fort Kent area was powered entirely by local solar energy for three consecutive days in May.
Caltrain Completes Electrification
Caltrain's transition of diesel trains and their infrastructure components to an electrified system is complete.
Bloomberg 2023 Impact Report: Navigating Change
Bloomberg's 2023 Impact Report outlines how the company continues to address climate change through its operations, philanthropy and collaborations with partners and industry peers. The report also details how Bloomberg integrates sustainable business practices into its operations and decision-making and how it drives progress in the communities where employees and clients live and work.
Leviton's Network Solutions Unit Achieves Carbon Neutrality
Leviton's Network Solutions Business Unit, a global manufacturer of copper and fiber cabling systems, announced it achieved carbon neutrality.
