Energy Management Articles
Weekend Reads: LA's Emissions Challenge; Clean Energy Jobs Boom
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
SBTi Sets Framework for Buildings Sector’s Goals
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) launched sector-specific criteria and calls for building companies and financial institutions to align with net-zero goals.
Brambles’ Scope 3 Emissions Fall 8%
Brambles announced an 8% decrease in Scope 3 emissions against fiscal year 2023 due to its continued collaboration with its CHEP brand name customers and partners to decarbonize its supply chain and lower volumes of pallet purchases.
BloombergNEF: Clean Electricity Sets New Records
The global transition to clean power reached new milestones and is expected to continue at the current pace, according to the latest report from research provider BloombergNEF (BNEF).
DP World Receives SBTi Approval
DP World secured validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its commitment to reduce its carbon footprint.
Resideo Technologies Sets 2035 Goals
Resideo Technologies Inc. — a global provider of home comfort, life safety and security solutions and distributor of commercial and residential security, safety, smart-living and audio-visual products — established a reduction target of 50% by 2035 for Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
Timken Lowers Emissions by 40%
The Timken Company, a global company in engineered bearings and industrial motion products, achieved a decrease of 40% in emissions from its 2018 baseline year through year-end 2023.
Gold Fields' Australia Mine Expands Solar Capacity
Gold Fields has been decarbonizing its Granny Smith mine in Western Australia and is expanding its efforts by adding more solar capacity and BESS.
Acer Partners for SAF
Acer, a computer hardware manufacturer, is partnering to lower carbon emissions in aviation by supporting the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Land-Based Wind Market Report: 2024 Edition
The 2024 edition of the Land-Based Wind Market Report, prepared by the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, details the nearly 6,500 megawatts (MW) of new utility-scale, land-based wind capacity added in 2023 and provides an overview of developments and trends in the U.S. wind power market for the calendar year.
Oakland Unified School District Fully Electrifies Bus Fleet
The Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) announced that it has deployed an all-electric fleet of school buses, making it the first major school district in the U.S. to transition to a 100% electrified school bus system.
Federal Govt Awards $521M in EV Charging Grants
The Biden-Harris Administration announced $521 million in grants to continue building out electric vehicle (EV) charging and alternative-fueling infrastructure across 29 states, two Federally Recognized Tribes and the District of Columbia, including the deployment of more than 9,200 EV charging ports.
Seven California Shopping Centers Add Solar
The King Energy solar project spans seven retail shopping centers in California, including locations in Reedley, Stockton, San Mateo, Bakersfield and Half Moon Bay.
Meta Secures Next Generation Geothermal Power
Meta Platforms, Inc (Meta) announced a new agreement that would significantly expand the use of geothermal power in the U.S. and be the first use of next generation geothermal power east of the Rocky Mountains.
University of California, Cities Deploy Solar
Several California load-serving entities, including MCE, The University of California, Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Utility, Eastside Power Authority and City of Moreno Valley, signed 15-year agreements for solar power.
Rhode Island Schools, Towns Add Solar
A solar project in Rhode Island will provide energy savings to 15 area non-profit organizations, schools, cities and towns.
Microsoft Signs for 437 MW Renewable Power
Tech company Microsoft signed a green attribute sale contract of 437.6 MW that is expected to generate over one million units of green electricity attributes annually, contributing to the company's goal to be carbon-negative by 2030.
Clark County School District Incorporates Electric Buses
Clark County School District (CCSD) in Nevada received Blue Bird's 2,000th electric vehicle (EV) to transition its school bus fleet to clean transportation.
Soft Cost Analysis of EV Charging Infrastructure Informs Transition to an Electric Fleet
Private and public electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) are essential to the transformation of the transportation sector, yet associated expenses outside of the actual hardware, software, and construction called “soft costs” are not well understood. A new multilaboratory initiative led by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) aims to find pathways to reduce soft costs for EVSE installation.
Stock Spirits Group Updates 2030 Goals
The Stock Spirits Group, a European spirits producer, announced a commitment to lowering its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% and Scope 3 GHG emissions by a minimum of 20% by 2030 as part of its revised sustainability goals.
California American Water Adds Solar Canopy for EVs
California American Water announced a partnership to deliver resilient renewable energy to its company’s San Diego District electric vehicles without relying on the grid.
The Container Store Decreases Energy Use by 7%
The Container Store Group, Inc. announced the company lowered energy consumption by 7.1% between 2022 and 2023 as a result of ongoing energy efficiency initiatives.
Arconic Lowers Emissions by 6%
Arconic Corporation — a provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions — announced a 6% reduction in overall GHG emissions year-over-year.
Weekend Reads: The Offshore Wind Race Speeds Up; AI's Impact on Renewables
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Philadelphia Schools Receive Funding for Energy Management
The School District of Philadelphia (SDP) will receive support with managing its energy portfolio and utility data for more than 200 buildings and identifying opportunities to make energy efficiency improvements.
Love's Travel Stops Expands EV Charging Nationwide
Love's Travel Stops announced the installation of new electric vehicle (EV) charging technologies and infrastructure across the nation.
Nestle Deploys Solar in Texas
Nestlé announced it invested in Stampede, a nearly 2,600 acre solar project in Hopkins County, Texas.
Clario’s Emissions Fall by 20%
Clario, a healthcare research technology company that delivers leading endpoint technology solutions for clinical trials, announced that its efforts contributed to a 20% reduction year over year in the company's GHG emissions.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast: Episode 108 - The Intersection of AI and Sustainability
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host Debra Chanil sits down with Megan Lorenzen, Director of Climate and Energy at Salesforce, to discuss the intersection of AI, energy and sustainability. Megan shares insights on Salesforce's efforts in clean energy deployment, including their 100% renewable energy commitment and their role in the global energy transition. They also explore Salesforce's innovative approaches to AI, including the balance between AI's potential to drive climate action and its environmental impact. Megan shares Salesforce’s new sustainable AI policy principles and discusses their engagement with policymakers to promote effective climate legislation, while providing a comprehensive look at how leading technology firms are navigating the complex landscape of energy and AI for a sustainable future.
Google Signs Agreement for 1.5 GW of Solar
Tech company Google signed a strategic long-term agreement initially covering 1.5GWp of solar project development until 2030 and with an option for future expansion.
