Energy Management Articles
IRS Provides $6 Billion in Tax Credits for Energy Programs
The Internal Revenue Service announced $6 billion in tax credits for the second round of the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) 48C Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Tax Credit (48C Program).
La-Z-Boy Receives SBTi Approval, Increases RE
La-Z-Boy Incorporated, a global manufacturer and retailer of residential furniture, announced that for the fiscal year 2024, the company received SBTi validation of its near-term targets.
Seventh Generation Lowers Emissions by 18%
Homecare company and green products company Seventh Generation announced that its absolute emissions shrank by 18% from 2022.
Federal Govt Issues Order to Build AI Data Centers, Clean Power Infrastructure
President Joe Biden signed a historic executive order to accelerate the speed at which the U.S. builds the next generation of artificial intelligence (AI), including large-scale data centers and new clean power infrastructure.
GEODIS' Targets Approved by SBTi
GEODIS, a global logistics provider, announced that the SBTi has approved its near-term science-based emission reduction target.
Meta Signs 200-MW Solar PPA
Meta announced the company completed a second Environmental Attributes Purchase Agreement (EAPA) in 2024 for 200 MW of renewable energy and associated environmental attributes.
Shell Offshore Lowers Emissions in New Production
Shell Offshore Inc. (Shell), a subsidiary of Shell plc, announced that production has started at the Shell-operated Whale floating production facility in the Gulf of Mexico using energy-efficient equipment.
Federal Highway Administration Provides $635M in EV Grants
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced $635 million in grants to continue building out electric vehicle (EV) charging and alternative fueling infrastructure.
Weekend Reads: Banks Flee Climate Group; How Climate Change Worsens Wildfires
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Plugged In: Exploring Energy with Constellation | Episode 3 - The Dynamics of Data Reporting with Iron Mountain
In this episode of Plugged In, host Chuck Hanna talks with Chris Pennington, Director of Energy and Sustainability for Iron Mountain Data Centers, about the company's ambitious decarbonization efforts and commitment to 24/7 carbon-free energy. They dive into the challenges and solutions of tracking and achieving hourly energy matching, the changing landscape of clean energy products, and the importance of granular data in setting sustainability goals. Chris also shares insights on the growing intersection of environmental and business performance, offering valuable lessons for organizations at all stages of their sustainability journey.
YKK’s Targets Approved by SBTi
YKK Corporation’s emissions reduction targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
City of Sandwich, MA Adopts Solar, Battery Storage
The City of Sandwich, Massachusetts, added the solar farm Cotuit, a 4.4-MWdc community solar farm that has 1.4 MWdc of battery energy storage.
PepsiCo Colombia Adopts RNG
PepsiCo Columbia entered into an integrated technology supply contract to receive renewable natural gas at its production plant.
Ameren Missouri Adds Solar
Ameren Missouri, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation, announced that the 200-megawatt (MWac)/270-MWdc Huck Finn Renewable Energy Center is now delivering electricity.
DOE Funds Tech to Lower Energy Demand in Industrial Sectors
The U.S. Department of Energy announced that over $136 million was allocated for 66 selected projects to support the research and development of transformational technologies essential for reducing energy demand in key industrial subsectors.
NYSERDA Purchases Wind REC
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority signed a purchase agreement for the full output of renewable energy certificates from Heritage Wind, located in Orleans County, New York.
Redwood Coast Energy Authority, Shell Sign Solar PPAs
The Redwood Coast Energy Authority and Shell Energy North America signed power purchase agreements for two solar arrays in California.
SBTi Appoints New CEO
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) announced the appointment of David Kennedy as its new CEO.
Meta: Advancing Low Carbon Concrete in Our Data Centers
Cement in concrete is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions but is also integral to the data centers behind Meta's technologies and programs. As the company focuses on reducing its emissions and achieving net zero emissions across its value chain in 2030, it is exploring new approaches to data center design to minimize environmental impact.
City of South Lake Tahoe Conducts Energy Modernization Project
The City of South Lake Tahoe will conduct an $11 million energy and infrastructure modernization project.
Tempo Beverages Advances on Thermal Energy Storage Project
Tempo Beverages Ltd. continues to make progress on its thermal energy storage project that will lower carbon emissions.
Arizona Public Service Receives $1.8B Loan for RE, BESS
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office announced a conditional commitment for a loan guarantee of up to $1.81 billion to Arizona Public Service Company, the largest electric utility in Arizona.
Delta Partners for Efficiency, SAF
Delta Airlines entered into a new partnership to increase the use of sustainable airline fuel and improve the efficiency of its flights.
California State University System Adds Solar Benches
The California State University System added solar-powered benches at California State University – Channel Islands.
DOE Funds Biofuels for Transportation
The U.S. Department of Energy's Bioenergy Technologies Office and Vehicle Technologies Office announced $6.9 million in funding for nine projects to support local waste-to-energy management solutions for transportation energy needs.
Toyoda Gosei Purchases RECs
Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd.’s headquarters for the Americas, Toyoda Gosei North America Corp. (TGNA), signed a purchasing agreement for renewable energy certificates.
TCL CSOT Suzhou Joins SBTi
Suzhou China Star Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. (TCL CSOT Suzhou), a display panel manufacturer, joined the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing its commitment to science-based emissions reductions.
NYSDOT Receives Grant for Low-Carbon Materials
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the New York State Department of Transportation has received a $32 million grant to advance the use of low-carbon materials in construction projects.
Amazon Ohio Solar Farm Fully Operational
The Amazon Solar Farm Ohio - Fox Squirrel Solar project achieved full operational status in December 2024 with all three phases now actively delivering electricity to the PJM grid.
Scandi Standard's Goals Approved by SBTi
Scandi Standard's climate targets were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) under both the new forest and agriculture guidelines (FLAG) and the net zero standard.
