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Weekend Reads: The U.S.'s New Climate Goal; Sustainable Fleet Trailblazers

December 21, 2024

It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.

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Keywords: nuclear, Weekend reads

General Motors Expands EV Charging

December 20, 2024

General Motors announced plans to further accelerate EV infrastructure growth in the U.S by installing hundreds of ultra-fast charging ports at strategic locations across the country.

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Assystem Receives SBTi Approval

December 20, 2024

Global nuclear engineering company Assystem announced that its short-term GHG emissions reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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Keywords: Assystem

Smart Energy Voices Podcast: Episode 114 - Heard at Net Zero Forum: The Current State of Clean Energy

December 20, 2024

In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, Peter Kelly-Detwiler delves into the latest advancements and challenges in decarbonization and clean energy across the U.S. He highlights progress in geothermal energy, nuclear energy, and long-duration storage solutions while addressing efficiency hurdles. Kelly-Detwiler explores the rising energy demands of AI-driven data centers and their implications for power grids, alongside updates on electric vehicles, hydrogen projects, and virtual power plants as utilities shift toward decentralized capacity. He also examines the volatility of voluntary carbon markets due to credibility issues and stresses the need for collective effort and innovative strategies to tackle the complexities of decarbonizing our global economies.

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AptarGroup Signs Solar PPAs

December 20, 2024

AptarGroup, Inc. announced the signing of a power purchase agreement (PPA) for the output of three agrivoltaic solar farms in Sicily, Italy.

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Keywords: AptarGroup, Nadara

New York to Deploy More EV Fast Chargers

December 20, 2024

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an additional $28.5 million is now available to install electric vehicle fast chargers along major travel corridors across New York State.

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Stratasys Lowers Emissions 15.5%

December 19, 2024

Stratasys Ltd., a 3D printing solutions company, announced a 15.5% reduction in GHG emissions intensity (TCO2-e / ft2).

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Keywords: Stratasys

SBTi Updates Plans for Oil and Gas, Chemicals, Power

December 19, 2024

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) released updated plans for three sectoral projects: oil and gas, chemicals and power.

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Keywords: SBTi

Amazon Signs Solar PPA in Arkansas

December 19, 2024

Tech company Amazon signed a power purchase agreement for a solar project in Arkansas.

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Keywords: Amazon, Primergy Solar

U.S. Sets New Emission Goals for 2035

December 19, 2024

President Joe Biden announced a new climate target for the United States: a reduction of 61-66% in 2035 from 2005 levels in net GHG emissions.

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Serco’s Net Zero Target Validated by SBTi

December 18, 2024

Serco, a provider of services and support to governments internationally, announced it received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its GHG emission reduction targets.

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Keywords: Serco

Advancing the City of Boulder's Climate Action Commitment

December 18, 2024

With a Climate Action Plan that aims for an 80% reduction in emissions from city buildings by 2030 and net zero by 2035, the City of Boulder partnered with Ameresco to develop a Facilities Master Plan to improve building performance in terms of environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and financial stewardship. Explore this case study to see how this plan will help the city achieve its goals.

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City of Edmundston Adds Solar, BESS

December 18, 2024

The City of Edmundston, Brunswick, announced the addition of rooftop solar installation and a battery energy storage system (BESS).

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Google Signs PPA for Wind Farm

December 18, 2024

Google, a tech company, announced a power purchase agreement for the full capacity of Rocky Forge Wind.

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Town of Mount Morris, NY Deploys Solar

December 18, 2024

The Town of Mount Morris in Livingston county, New York, added the Morris Ridge Solar Project with a capacity of 229 megawatts (MWdc)/177 MWac.

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Smith College Heated by Geothermal Energy

December 17, 2024

A portion of Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts, is now being heated by geothermal energy.

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Billerud’s Targets Approved by SBTi

December 17, 2024

Billerud, a high performance paper and packaging materials manufacturer, announced its targets were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative.

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Keywords: Billerud

Canada Sets 2035 Emissions Reduction Target

December 17, 2024

Canada set a new target to achieve a 45% to 50% emissions reduction below 2005 levels by 2035.

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Keywords: Canada, government

City of Cambridge Signs Solar VPPA

December 17, 2024

The City of Cambridge signed a virtual solar power purchase agreement (VPPA).

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Boston Consulting Group Purchases Carbon Removal

December 16, 2024

Boston Consulting Group (BCG) announced the purchase of 50,250 tons of certified carbon dioxide removals (CDRs) as part of the company’s goal to neutralize 100% of its emissions through high-quality carbon removal credits by 2030.

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Northern Illinois University Partners to Lower Energy Consumption

December 16, 2024

Northern Illinois University entered a partnership to reduce energy consumption on the campus by over 26% and reduce carbon emissions by 11%.

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Google, Stripe, Shopify Sign Carbon Removal Agreement

December 16, 2024

Several companies, including tech company Google, signed an agreement for carbon removal set to deliver over the next several years.

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Deadline Extended for WISE Award Nominatons

December 16, 2024

The deadline to submit nominations for Smart Energy Decisions’ 2025 WISE Awards is extended to Friday, December 20. We want to bring to the fore significant and influential achievements of women in energy and sustainability as a way to recognize their role in the energy transition and to inspire others with their accomplishments. Submit a nomination today!

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Keywords: WISE Awards

NYC Public Schools Deploy Solar

December 16, 2024

The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) and the New York City Public Schools announced the completion of the city’s largest collection of solar arrays to date.

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Weekend Reads: MIT on Where to Site Renewables; AI's Promise for Energy Efficiency

December 14, 2024

It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.

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Keywords: Weekend reads

Aliamanu Military Reservation Deploys Solar

December 13, 2024

The Aliamanu Military Reservation announced the installation of advanced renewable energy systems at 200 military homes.

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Meta Platforms Signs for 760 MW Solar

December 13, 2024

Social media company Meta Platforms announced it signed four contracts for 760 megawatts of clean solar energy.

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Keywords: Meta Platforms

Catch Up with SED's Webinar Center

December 13, 2024

As we reach the end of 2024, we hope you'll take some time to revisit Smart Energy Decisions' Webinar Center to explore topics that will help you operate more efficiently and reach your goals. Webinars include: "Scope 1 Emissions Reduction: Why All Eyes Are On Heat Pump Technology," "Unlocking Chiller Plant Efficiency Gains with Digital Twin Technology," "The New Math: Balancing Decarb with Your Business & Mission Imperatives," "Climate Regulations Are Coming - Are You Ready?," "Better Bill Data: Using Technology to Streamline Utility Bill Management," "The 2024 State of Corporate Sustainability," and "Achieving Energy Efficiency with Building Software.

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EssilorLuxottica's Targets Validated by SBTi

December 13, 2024

Eyewear company EssilorLuxottica announced its near-term GHG emissions reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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Keywords: EssilorLuxottica

EPA Allocates $735 Million for Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles

December 13, 2024

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced that 70 applicants across 27 states, three Tribal Nations and one territory were tentatively selected to receive over $735 million to assist in the purchase of over 2,400 zero-emission vehicles through its first Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Grant Program. 

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Keywords: epa

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