Energy Management Articles
Weekend Reads: Fusion Reactor Smashes Records; Vail's Manure-Powered Buses
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Amazon Adds Solar in Mississippi
Tech company Amazon announced the addition of solar power in Mississippi.
IQVIA Lowers Emissions 27%
IQVIA, a global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence, announced the company achieved a 27% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions against its 2019 baseline.
BASF Coatings Deploys RE in North America
BASF's Coatings division transitioned to 100% renewable electricity at its North American sites in Greenville, Ohio, and Blackman Township in Jackson County, Michigan, effective January 2025.
Four Covestro Sites Adopt RECs
Covestro, a supplier of high-tech polymer materials, announced that four of its U.S. sites have reached net-zero Scope 2 electricity emissions through the allocation of renewable energy certificates (RECs).
Case Study: Hawaiʻi Island Retreat
Hawaiʻi Island Retreat, a 20-room eco-boutique sustainable hotel, operates on 100% onsite renewable energy generation from solar photovoltaic, solar thermal, a wind turbine, and a battery energy storage system and an emergency generator. In a case study from Better Buildings, learn more about the hotel's journey to operate completely off-grid — including project development, evolution, costs and community benefits.
Verizon Adopts 640 MW of VPPAs
Telecommunications company Verizon signed agreements for four new virtual power purchase agreements (VPPA) totaling 640 MW of power.
Three Army Bases Conduct Energy Efficiency Programs
Capital improvements will be conducted at Army military housing at Fort Bragg, North Carolina; Fort Meade, Maryland; and Fort Sill, Oklahoma, via a more than $200 million Energy Saving Performance Contract (ESPC) to lower energy use.
DHL Group Tests Electric Trucks
DHL Group entered into a partnership to jointly develop an electric truck with a fuel-powered generator, making it possible to shift to battery-electric road transport without having to wait for a complete charging network.
Honda Motor, Tesla Sign Solar VPPAs
Two automotive manufacturers, Honda Motor and Tesla, signed agreements through virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) for solar energy.
Fort Riley Adds Solar Arrays
U.S. Army Garrison Fort Riley announced the completion of Phase III of a solar energy project.
New Orleans Adopts Streetlight Retrofit Project
New Orleans approved a proposal for a technology pilot to improve the city's streetlight infrastructure by integrating LED lights and smart city technology to enhance energy efficiency.
Fonterra Sets Electrification Plans
Dairy cooperative Fonterra announced its plans to invest in several electrification projects.
Expert Perspectives that Navigate the Future of Energy
Plugged In: Exploring Energy,” Smart Energy Decisions’ podcast series with Constellation, features engaging discussions with industry leaders and experts. each episode explores new and innovative technologies, challenges and opportunities in the evolving energy industry, and uncovers insights that could shape the future of energy. If you’re just tuning in, take a look back at what we've covered so far.
Tech Mahindra's Targets Receive Approval from SBTi
Tech Mahindra, a global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries, announced it achieved formal validation for its net zero targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
WJ Group Receives Validation from SBTi
WJ Group, a U.K. road marking and highway safety specialist, announced its net zero targets were validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
Ingka Group Commits to Net Zero Transition Plan
Ingka Group, the largest IKEA retailer, published its Net Zero Transition Plan to achieve its climate targets.
GenScript Biotech's Goals Verified by SBTi
GenScript Biotech Corp, a global life sciences company that conducts research and development and manufacturing services, announced its commitment to carbon emission reduction targets were verified by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Nestle, Mars Partner for Farming Emissions Reduction
Food companies Mars and Nestlé entered a partnership to provide incentives for farmers to lower emissions.
Weekend Reads: Renewables Persist in the US; Harvard Law on Corporate Climate Commitments
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 4 - Meeting the Energy Challenges of Data Centers
In this episode of Plugged In, Constellation’s Managing Director Melissa Zimmerman speaks with Ed Socia, Director, North America at datacenterHawk, about the evolving energy demands and sustainability challenges of data centers. Socia discusses trends such as the growing influence of AI, increasing rack densities, and the adoption of liquid cooling to optimize energy use. He highlights the role of real-time monitoring tools like SCADA and DSM in improving efficiency while addressing regional variations in energy strategies and the balance between carbon reduction goals and business viability. He also touches on the potential of emerging technologies like small modular reactors and green hydrogen, the importance of adaptive reuse of sites, and the need to enhance grid reliability as the industry continues to grow rapidly.
Amazon Signs Wind PPA in India
Amazon announced a new power purchase agreement development for 100 MW of a renewable energy project.
Finnish City Partners to Build Hydrogen Processing Plant
The City of Oulu, Finland, signed a co-operation agreement seeking to build a hydrogen processing plant in Oulu.
ForFarmers Receives Validation from SBTi
Agriculture company ForFarmers received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its reduction targets covering CO emissions.
Lipton Teas and Infusions' Goals Approved by SBTi
Lipton Teas and Infusions, a large tea company, announced that its GHG emissions were independently validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Canada's Gagetown Base Deploys Solar
The 5th Canadian Division Support Base (CDSB) in Oromocto, New Brunswick, in Canada will deploy a large scale solar project that represents a step toward supporting the Government of Canada’s commitment to procure 100% clean electricity for federal facilities by 2025.
CBRE Adds EV Charging at 600+ Sites
CBRE, a commercial real estate services and investment firm, announced an agreement to provide EV charging solutions to its multifamily and hospitality properties in North America.
Western New Mexico University Seeks Funding to Upgrade Infrastructure
Western New Mexico University (WNMU) is seeking funding from the New Mexico legislature to upgrade and improve its infrastructure.
NY Funds Energy Efficiency at Two Public Colleges
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the state will provide $150 million in climate resiliency grants for projects that will improve the energy efficiency of New York State’s public college campuses.
2025 Report: The State of Corporate Sustainability
The 2025 State of Corporate Sustainability Report offers a comprehensive look at the latest trends, key drivers, and challenges shaping the work of energy, facility, and sustainability teams today. Explore the results of this research, representing the sixth collaboration between Atrius and Smart Energy Decisions with the participation of more than 200 industry professionals.
