Energy Management Articles
Phoenix Records GHG Emissions Decline
The City of Phoenix's 2020 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Inventory shows both community scale and government operations emissions decreased during that year.
Chicago to Purchase Renewable Energy Starting in 2025
Chicago commits to purchase renewable energy for all City facilities and operations by 2025.
Microsoft Buys Carbon Removal Credits
After investing in Heirloom earlier this year, Microsoft increased its commitment to the company by signing a deal to purchase its carbon removal credits.
FedEx Office Pilots Ford E-Transit Vans
FedEx Office, a printing, packing and shipping services company and subsidiary of FedEx Corp., is piloting 10 Ford E-Transit vans across its FedEx SameDay City network.
Lufthansa Group Offers Green Fare
The Lufthansa Group is expanding its CO2-neutral flight and along with SWISS, Austrian Airlines and Brussels Airlines, the partnership is offering a new fare that already includes full CO2 compensation in the price.
Lear Commits to Adding Renewable Electricity
Lear Corporation, a global automotive technology company, announced it joined Climate Group's RE100, a global renewable electricity initiative that includes over 370 major companies.
Whole Foods Market Reaches, Exceeds Better Buildings Challenge Goal
In 2013, Whole Foods Market became the first grocery partner to join the Better Buildings Challenge, committing to a 20% improvement in energy use intensity by 2023 across its building portfolio of more than 12 million square feet. In this column, learn how Whole Foods Market surpassed that goal two years ahead of schedule, achieving a 21% energy reduction.
BASF Enters Into VPPAs
BASF entered into VPPAs for wind and solar power totaling 250 MW that are designed to offset the carbon-intensive grid-supplied electricity being used at more than 20 of BASF’s manufacturing sites in several states.
Hilton Emission Goals Approved by SBTi
Hilton strengthened its GHG emissions goals which aim to cut emissions intensity by 75% in its managed hotels and emissions intensity by 56% and by 2030 in franchised hotels, These goals have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Weekend Reads: What is the Purpose of ESG Investing?; Ditch Your Necktie to Save Energy
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Harrison Street Adds EV Chargers
Harrison Street, an investment management firm focused on alternative real assets, announced a partnership to install EV charging stations at selected properties.
Pilgrim's Pride Lowers Emissions
Pilgrim's Pride, a global food company, completed its first sustainability-linked bond audit, reduced Scope 1 and 2 GHG emission intensity by 10% from its 2019 baseline.
Smart Energy Voices Episode 70: City of Cincinnati's Renewable Energy Journey
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host John Failla introduces Michael Forrester, former Director of Environment and Sustainability for the city of Cincinnati. At SED’s recent Renewable Energy Forum, Michael shared his insights on Cincinnati’s strategy of acting like a corporation that led to implementing its 100 MW PPA.
Ansys Targets Carbon Reduction by 2027
Ansys, a simulation software provider, set a goal to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 15% by 2027, compared with its current 2019 baseline.
Kirin Holdings’ GHG Target Approved by SBTi
Kirin Holdings Company, Limited has been approved with science-based net-zero targets validated by SBTi in July 2022.
Cemex to Reduce Road Transportation Emissions
Cemex announced it has added almost 200 lower-carbon natural gas-powered trucks as part of a strategy seeking to decarbonize its global fleet.
Murphy Oil Lowers Emissions
Murphy Oil Corporation announced the company reduced GHG emissions intensity by 20%, reduced methane intensity by 28% and reduced flaring intensity by 49% from 2019 to 2021.
McCormick Receives SBTi Validation of GHG Targets
McCormick & Company, Incorporated, a global company in flavor, announced that its emission reduction targets have been officially approved by SBTi (Science Based Targets Initiative).
Tillamook County Creamery Sets 2050 Goals
Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA), a Certified B Corporation, is committing to the following dairy industry's net zero climate action goals by 2050 by achieving GHG greenhouse gas neutrality.
Turkish Airlines Launches Emission Program
Turkish Airlines will launch a new program called Co2mission to help offset the carbon emissions caused by flights.
Fruit of the Loom Achieves 40% Reduction in Emissions
Fruit of the Loom, Inc. announced a 40% reduction in GHG emissions at its own operations, putting the company well on track to achieve its ambitious goal of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030.
Net Zero Forum to be SED’s Largest Event Ever
The Net Zero Forum, set for September12-14, will be Smart Energy Decisions’ largest event ever with more than double the number of educational sessions and 50% more energy and sustainability executives than ever before. The Forum will convene at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge in Arizona.
Liberty Mutual Insurance Joins MIT Climate Group
Liberty Mutual Insurance announced its membership to the MIT Climate and Sustainability Consortium (MCSC), supporting the acceleration and implementation of large-scale solutions to address climate change.
Wilsonart's Solar Lowers Emissions
Wilsonart, an engineered surfaces company, announced it collected Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions data for the first time.
Carter’s Sets 2040 Goal, Engages Suppliers
Carter’s, Inc., a children’s apparel retailer, pledged to achieve net zero emissions by 2040.
Shell, Lufthansa Group Sign Agreement for SAF
Shell International Petroleum Co Ltd. and Deutsche Lufthansa AG (Lufthansa Group) signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for exploring the supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
Empire Sets 2040 Goal
Empire Company Limited announced it is setting emissions reduction targets in support of Canada’s transition to a low carbon economy by setting a net zero goal by 2040 for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
Aspen Aerogels Sets 2035 Goal
Aspen Aerogels, Inc., a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions, announced its commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035 in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
bp to Invest in UK EV Battery Research Center
bp unveiled plans to invest up to £50 million (around $60 million) in a new, state-of-the-art EV battery testing center and analytical laboratory in the UK.
Cajon Valley Union Schools Adds Chargers for Buses
Cajon Valley Union School added fast chargers for its buses that also can put electricity back on the grid.
