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EPA abandons work on Clean Power Plan guidance
The U.S. EPA announced Dec. 19 that it has stopped work on model rules associated with the Clean Power Plan intended to help states chart paths to compliance with the rule.
Report: US already beating Clean Power Plan targets
Despite significant uncertainty surrounding the future of the U.S. EPA's Clean Power Plan, a new analysis of government data shows the country is already meeting a number of its outlined targets.
Outgoing EPA head: Clean energy future is inevitable
Speaking at a National Press Club event Nov. 21, outgoing U.S. EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy urged the U.S. to plow ahead with efforts to combat climate change, regardless of the direction the new presidential administration takes.
HanesBrands targets 40% renewable energy by 2020
After achieving a 25% reduction in energy consumption and establishing renewable energy sources for more than 25% of its global electricity needs, HanesBrands Inc. has new goals for 2020.
Apple, GM, more recognized for clean power use
The U.S. EPA has recognized 16 public and private organizations for their activities in sourcing clean power this year through the government organization's Green Power Partnership program.
Energy Star announces 1st-ever bakery certifications
The U.S. EPA's Energy Star program is on a roll. The initiative on Oct. 9 announced the first commercial bread and roll bakeries to earn Energy Star certification.
Post-hearing, Clean Power Plan deliberation begins
Oral arguments in the long-anticipated D.C. Circuit Court hearing of the case against the U.S. EPA's Clean Power Plan were held Sept. 27, with neither side coming ahead as a clear winner.
Washington Gas slashes GHG, methane emissions
The regulated natural gas utility subsidiary of WGL Holdings said it has surpassed its 2020 greenhouse gas and methane emissions reduction goals.
Amid major corporate changes, Allergan holds sharp focus on energy management, emissions reductions
Amid a major corporate merger and divestiture, at least one thing appears to have remained constant at Allergan, according to the company's director of global energy engineering.
At Colgate-Palmolive, a coalescence of climate, energy goals helps drive efficiency achievements
Colgate-Palmolive's adoption of science-based climate goals is the latest example of the corporation's work that began more than 10 years ago to connect its energy and climate strategies.
DOE commits $137M to help manufacturers meet new fuel efficiency standards for big trucks
The U.S. Department of Energy is investing $137 million to help automotive manufacturers develop new technologies to meet the federal government's newest fuel standards for medium to heavy duty vehicles.
Boeing's energy strategy takes flight, cuts usage 4.3%
The Boeing Company, famous for its state-of-the-art airplanes used by armed forces and celebrities alike, is making strides in a new area of expertise: Energy efficiency.
Toyota North America cuts energy intensity 5%
Toyota's North American manufacturing division has achieved cost savings of more than $640 million since 2002 through its management strategy.
After big 2015, Cushman & Wakefield sets energy reduction sights to 2025
Following the completion of series of mergers, commercial real estate services company Cushman & Wakefield has drawn on its years of experience in setting a new plan for the years ahead.
Tech giants, plus Kohl's, maintain leadership ranking of green power users
Goldman Sachs Group Inc., IKEA, Biogen Inc., Cinemark USA Inc. and Philips Lighting were among seven new partners included in the EPA's quarterly ranking of green power users.
GM makes big strides in onsite renewables with solar, landfill gas
Leading the way among U.S. automakers, General Motors is making big strides in onsite renewable generation.
Glass manufacturing segment of Ardagh Group announces Energy Star recognition
A division of Ardagh Group, which makes glass containers for the U.S. food and beverage industries, said July 12 it has received four plant certifications from the U.S. EPA's Energy Star program.
Global carbon reduction budget helps Nissan tackle energy efficiency, save millions
Nissan in 2012 set aside a global corporate budget for carbon-reduction initiatives, opening the door to $4.7 million worth of energy efficiency projects in the U.S. alone.
Raytheon sets energy efficiency targets higher with new, long-term road map
Following decades of energy conservation accomplishments, Raytheon recently set its eyes higher, outlining a new longer-term vision for its energy program.
How Celanese identified $1.5M in energy savings without spending a dime
After working on driving energy efficiency through its operations for more than a decade, Celeanse Corp. has uncovered an entirely new way to drive big savings.
For heavy materials manufacturer CalPortland, it pays to be a leader in energy efficiency
This is the second in a series of original features exploring the successes of a selection of corporations recognized by Energy Star for achievements in energy efficiency.
Coal-heavy NRG Energy looks to cut carbon emissions 90% by 2050
NRG Energy, one of largest owners of coal-fired power generation in the country, recently affirmed plans to reduce its carbon emissions over the coming decades.
Kohl's breaks up tech giant club in new EPA rankings of largest green power users
Tech companies made up five of the top six slots on the U.S. EPA's most recent rankings of the largest green power users within its green power partnership program.
EPA: Industrial, manufacturing sector created 21% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions
The industrial and manufacturing sector represented the third-largest source of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions in 2014, according to a new report from the U.S. EPA.
Verizon, GM among C&I names that earned 2016 Energy Star recognition
About 150 business and organizations - more than 60 of which are classified as C&I companies - were recognized by Energy Star in 2016.
5 more HanesBrands manufacturing plants earn EPA recognition for energy efficiency
Five additional HanesBrands manufacturing plants have earned U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Energy Star Challenge for Industry recognition by reducing energy use.
General Motors, Union Bank earn EPA Energy Star certifications
Commercial and industrial business leaders Union Bank and General Motors received the U.S. EPA's Energy Star certification for energy efficiency.
Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Advancing Industrial Energy Efficiency 2000-2015
This report reviews the origins, design and results of the Energy Star industrial program over the past fifteen years. As the report illustrates, energy efficiency is a cost-effective strategy for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the manufacturing sector.
EPA recognizes 70 manufacturing plants with 2015 Energy Star certifications
The U.S. EPA announced Feb. 24 that 70 manufacturing plants were recognized for superior energy performance in 2015 by receiving Energy Star certification.
Green Power Leadership Awards application period approaching
The Green Power Leadership Awards recognize leading organizations that have helped further the green power market.
