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GM Asks Suppliers to Sign ESG Pledge

April 26, 2022

General Motors announced a new pledge that asks global suppliers to join the company in a commitment to carbon neutrality, social responsibility programs, and sustainable procurement practices in their supply chain operations.

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Sunbelt Rentals Adds EV Trucks

April 26, 2022

Sunbelt Rentals, an equipment rental company, announced the expansion of its electric on-road fleet with the order of 700 Ford F-150 Lightning trucks.

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Northrop Grumman Sets 2035 Goals

April 26, 2022

Northrop Grumman Corporation announces a set of six new company environmental sustainability goals, including a goal of net zero GHG emissions in operations by 2035.

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Understand Smart EV Load Management

April 25, 2022

As the number of electric vehicles increases, managing new EV loads will be critical for ensuring grid stability for businesses and consumers alike. To provide benefits to communities, utilities are offering various programs to integrate electric vehicle loads cost-effectively and efficiently. This eBook from Enel X provides an in-depth look at the various utility programs available to fleets and commercial properties.

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Hilton to Open Net Zero Hotel

April 25, 2022

Hotel Marcel New Haven joins the Hilton family under the Tapestry Collection and is believed to be the first net zero emissions hotel in the U.S.

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Copenhagen Deploys Hydrogen Taxis

April 25, 2022

One hundred hydrogen taxis and a new hydrogen refueling station are now operational in the Danish capital city as part of the collaboration between two pan-European projects.

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UMass Amherst To Power Campus With RE

April 25, 2022

The University of Massachusetts Amherst unveiled UMass Carbon Zero, a goal to power the 1,500-acre flagship campus with 100% renewable energy by approximately 2032.

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General Mills Updates Progress on Sustainability Goals

April 25, 2022

General Mills sourced 63% renewable electricity across its global operations with a commitment to source 100 percent by 2030.

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Budweiser Launches Energy Collective for RE

April 25, 2022

Budweiser, an AB InBev global brand, unveiled the global launch of The Energy Collective to help provide renewable electricity to bars, music venues, and stadiums around the world.

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Weekend Reads: Meta's AI Sustainable Tech Strategy; Tackling the Carbon Impact of Shipping

April 23, 2022

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

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Wyndham Destinations Doubles Solar Capacity

April 22, 2022

Wyndham Destinations announced the completion of its latest solar installations and its commitment to further investments in alternative energy.

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Mastercard Ties Compensation to ESG for All Employees

April 22, 2022

Mastercard expanded its compensation for ESG performance to all of its employees.

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Breezeline Deploys EVs, Sets 2050 Goal

April 22, 2022

Breezeline, formerly Atlantic Broadband, a cable operator,has begun to deploy EVs, a step in its commitment to reduce its operational emissions by 65% by 2030 and achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

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Smart Energy Voices Episode 63: Mohawk's Decarbonization Journey

April 22, 2022

In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host John Failla introduces Scott Bargerstock of Mohawk Industries. As Director of Manufacturing, Productivity, and Global Energy, Scott shares his insights on how he is building the green bridge with Mohawk Industries’ efforts to decarbonize and save money without a formal net-zero goal.

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Celebrating Earth Day with SED's 1st Sustainability Report

By Alexandra Failla, Smart Energy Decisions   |  April 22, 2022

This Earth Day, Smart Energy Decisions is proud to be the first energy focused business-to-business media company to release its own Sustainability Report. In this column, SED's Alexandra Failla explains how we are showcasing progress across three key sustainability dimensions: environmental, social, and governance.

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Clark Pacific Installs Solar

April 22, 2022

Clark Pacific, a provider of prefabricated systems, announced plans to install solar arrays across all of its facilities, transitioning its consumption to nearly 100% renewable energy.

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Amazon Adds 37 Renewable Energy Projects

April 21, 2022

Amazon announced 37 new renewable energy projects globally, marking progress on its path to power 100% of its operations with renewable energy by 2025, which is five years ahead of the original target of 2030.

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Albertsons Updates 2030 Goals

April 21, 2022

Albertsons Companies announced plans to achieve net zero emissions in its operations by 2040 and launched long-term goals and strategies focused on maximizing the company’s new ESG framework.

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Butler Concrete Lowers Emissions With Hydrogen Fuel

April 21, 2022

Butler Concrete and Aggregate Ltd. implemented a hydrogen and oxygen fuel enhancement system to its fleet of ready-mix concrete trucks with the help of locally owned and operated Empire Hydrogen Energy Systems Inc.

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Tractor Supply Updates Emission Goals

April 21, 2022

Tractor Supply Company, a rural lifestyle retailer, announced the reduction of its Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity per million dollars of revenue and per square foot by 18.8% and 6.2%.

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Blackbaud Reaches Carbon Neutrality

April 21, 2022

Blackbaud, a cloud software company, announced it has achieved carbon neutrality across its operations and data centers for 2021. The company will also work with the Taskforce and Climate Financial Disclosure (TCDF) and CDP.

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Walmart Adds Green Hydrogen for Trucks

April 20, 2022

Walmart Inc. announced an agreement with Plug Power Inc. for an option to deliver up to 20 tons per day of liquid green hydrogen to power material handling lift trucks across Walmart distribution and fulfillment centers in the U.S.

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Destination: Net Zero – Moving the needle towards carbon neutral

April 20, 2022

Companies around the world are under pressure to commit to climate action. In this white paper from Ameresco, learn how innovative solutions are accelerating a cleaner, decarbonized future. This guide outlines a step‑by‑step process for corporate leaders to address growing concerns from a variety of stakeholders, and many of the all-too-common internal obstacles to planning and implementing net zero programs.

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US Foods Updates Emission Goals

April 20, 2022

US Foods Holding Corp. will reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity by 15% since 2015. This updated goal was announced with the release of the company's 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report.

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Honolulu Leads In Adding Solar Among Cities

April 20, 2022

The top nine U.S. cities for solar power combined have more solar installed than the entire country did 10 years ago, according to a new study released by Environment America Research & Policy Center and Frontier Group.

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The TJX Companies Sets 2040 Goals

April 20, 2022

The TJX Companies, Inc., an off-price apparel and home fashions retailer, announced plans to expand and accelerate environmental goals and is aiming to achieve net zero GHG GHG emissions in its operations by 2040.

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City of Milpitas Adds Microgrids, Energy Upgrades

April 20, 2022

The City of Milpitas announced the construction of new sustainable microgrids and a number of city-wide water and energy conservation initiatives, which are part of its Smart City infrastructure program.

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Frito-Lay Begins Use of Electric Fleet in Texas

April 19, 2022

Frito-Lay announced a new electric fleet that will serve the Carrollton area near Dallas Fort Worth, Texas.

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Ramona Air Attack Base Adds Microgrid

April 19, 2022

The Ramona microgrid was completed by San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) and will provide backup power to the Ramona Air Attack Base, home to CAL FIRE and U.S. Forest Service’s aerial firefighting assets.

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CEMEX to Turn CO2 Into Sustainable Aviation Fuel

April 19, 2022

CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. continues its plan to reach a net zero future by joining with integrated chemicals and energy company Sasol ecoFT and renewable energy company ENERTRAG to create sustainable fuel.

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Keywords: cemex, ENERTRAG, Sasol ecoFT

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