Energy Management Articles
Phillips 66 to Convert Refinery to a Renewable Fuels Facility
Phillips 66 is moving forward with Rodeo Renewed, the project to convert its San Francisco Refinery in Rodeo, California, into a renewable fuels facility.
Novelis to Build Low-Carbon Aluminum Plant
Novelis Inc., a sustainable aluminum provider, announced it will invest $2.5 billion to build a new low-carbon recycling and rolling plant in Bay Minette, Alabama. The facility will have an initial 600 kilotonnes of finished aluminum goods capacity.
United Buys SAF for International Flights
United became the first US airline to sign an international purchase agreement for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
DOE Provides $3B For Battery Manufacturing
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $3.1 billion in funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to make more batteries and components in America.
Selecting a Renewables Project: Evaluate Risk vs. Reward
As power sources become greener, organizations are seeking guidance in navigating the options and risks associated with purchasing renewable power supply. In this article, Constellation offers assistance in identifying key factors that may affect a project and simplifying what is becoming a crowded marketplace.
United Rentals Invests in Electric Trucks
United Rentals, Inc., an equipment rental company, announced a new agreement with Ford Pro to purchase EVs for its North American rental and company fleets.
Tooele Army Depot Adds Solar
The U.S. Army will add a 1.5 MW ground mount solar photovoltaic (PV) system at its Tooele Army Depot in Utah.
Metropolitan Sets 2045 Goals
The Metropolitan Water District’s Board of Directors voted to approve a set of strategies to cut its GHG emissions and achieve carbon neutrality by 2045.
Clario Sets 2045 Goals
Clario, a technology company that delivers endpoint solutions for decentralized (DCT), hybrid and site-based clinical trials, plans to minimize its carbon footprint and waste production by monitoring and reporting Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions.
Micron Commits to 2050 Goals
Micron Technology, Inc. announced new targets to reduce GHG emissions as part of the company’s overall sustainability strategy outlined in its annual sustainability report.
Teva Pharmaceutical Achieves Emission Progress
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., a global pharmaceutical company, has expanded the integration of ESG into its business with a $5 billion sustainability-linked bond.
Hyzon Motors Pilots Zero Emissions Hydrogen Trucks
Hyzon Motors, a global supplier of zero-emissions hydrogen fuel cell powered commercial vehicles, will pilot two heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cell trucks.
Fifth Third Sets 2030 Targets
Fifth Third Bancorp announced six new operational sustainability targets to be achieved by 2030 including deeper cuts in GHG emissions.
Revolutionizing the Supply Chain: Resiliency and Microgrids
Today’s retail supply chain is more interactive, digitally connected and networked than ever before. But a single unplanned break in the cycle due to a power outage can have a ripple effect – disrupting operations, creating losses, and compromising contracts as well as customer relationships. “Revolutionizing the Supply Chain: Resiliency and Microgrids” from Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions breaks down how microgrids can help retailers, suppliers, manufacturing facilities and transportation ports maximize uptime and achieve the energy resiliency they need.
Zayo Issues Sustainability-Linked Debt Funding
Zayo Group Holdings, Inc., a communications infrastructure company, completed the marketing of a $750 million sustainability-linked first lien term loan (“ESG Term Loan”).
PG&E Begins Home EV Charging Pilot Program
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will develop three new pilot programs to test how bidirectional EVs and chargers can provide power to the electric grid and other benefits to customers.
Dairy Companies Use Seaweed to Cut Emissions
Three dairy companies -- Ben & Jerry's, Straus Family Creamery, and Clover Sonoma -- signed deals with Blue Ocean Barns to use its natural seaweed supplement for their cows as a method to cut the GHG footprint of their farm operations.
Weekend Reads: California Hits 100% RE Use for the First Time; The Public School Net Zero Transition
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast - Episode 64: Decarbonizing Thermal Loads - The Next Frontier
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host John Failla introduces Susan Corry of the University of Maryland College Park, David Reid of Celanese, and Peter Kelly-Detwiler of Smart Energy Decisions from a panel at Smart Energy Decisions’ recent Innovation Summit. These three leaders discuss decarbonizing thermal loads and how different types of organizations are facing this challenge.
Loblaw Updates Emission Goals
Loblaw Companies Ltd. has committed to reaching net zero emissions by 2040 for Scope 1 and 2, and net zero emissions by 2050 for Scope 3.
Wallbox Sets 2030 GHG Emissions Goal
Wallbox announced its goal to achieve net zero GHG emissions across its global footprint by 2030.
CP Adds RE
Canadian Pacific reported advancements in use of renewables, hydrogen as well as improvements in efficiency and emissions reduction.
Dundee Precious Metals Sets 2035 Goals
Dundee Precious Metals announced its GHG emissions reduction targets, which include commitments to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 37.5% by 2035, to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
EPA, DOE Name ENERGY STAR Award Winners
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) are announced the winners of the 2022 ENERGY STAR Awards, which includes 210 organizations.
Unilever Piloting Warmer Ice Cream Freezers
Unilever is launching two pilots to trial warmer ice cream freezer cabinets with an aim of reducing energy use and GHG emissions by approximately 20% to 30% per freezer.
Wells Fargo Sets GHG Targets For Oil & Gas and Power
Wells Fargo announced its interim targets for reducing GHG emissions attributable to its financing activities in the oil and gas and power sectors.
American Express Issues $1 Billion ESG Bond
American Express Company announced the settlement of the company’s first Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Bond on May 3.
Alcoa Cuts Emissions, Adds RE
Alcoa made strides in improving its environmental footprint, including achieving a 9.1% decrease in carbon dioxide equivalent emissions and a 15.4% decrease in landfilled waste in 2021.
How Leading Companies Decarbonize Using Renewables
Companies in a variety of industries are setting decarbonization targets and investing in renewables. However, brands have unique decarbonization strategies and go differently about their renewable energy purchases and partnerships. In this report from Enel Green Power, find out from leading brands in their industries how to make the best of your decarbonization strategy.
Moody’s Exceeded GHG Goals
Moody’s exceeded its near-term GHG reductions targets with a 92% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions and a 95% reduction in Scope 3 from a 2019 base year.
