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Kingspan Updates 2021 GHG Emissions

March 15, 2022

The Kingspan Group announced it achieved a 4.3% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions and a 29% reduction in carbon intensity year on year.

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Mercedes-Benz Opens Alabama Battery Plant

March 15, 2022

Mercedes-Benz opened a new battery plant in Bibb County, Alabama, a few months ahead of the start of production of all-electric Mercedes-EQ vehicles in the U.S.

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Definity Financial Sets 2040 Goals

March 15, 2022

Definity Financial Corporation announced its commitment to achieve net zero emissions for both its operations and investments by 2040 or sooner.

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Smart Energy Decisions Expands Advisory Board

March 14, 2022

Smart Energy Decisions is proud to announce the expansion of its Advisory Board to include five new members.

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Microsoft Updates Sustainability Goals

March 14, 2022

Microsoft updated its progress on becoming net zero by 2030, including its reductions in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions of 17% year over year by purchasing renewable energy.

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Maersk, SAP Among Companies Joining Climate Pledge

March 14, 2022

Amazon and Global Optimism announced that nearly 100 new companies have signed The Climate Pledge, bringing the total to over 300 companies, a nearly 600% growth in signatories over the past year.

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PG&E and Ford Collaborate on EV Charging

March 14, 2022

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Ford Motor Company announced a collaboration exploring how Ford’s new F-150 Lightning EV can interact with the electric grid and provide electric reliability benefits.

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Weekend Reads: War in Ukraine Shows Global Need for Renewables; GM's Vehicle-to-Grid Plans for CA

March 12, 2022

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

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Smart Energy Voices - Episode 60: Challenges and Opportunities for EV Charging at Scale

March 11, 2022

In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host John Failla has a conversation with Neha Palmer, CEO and Co-Founder of TeraWatt Infrastructure. Many also know her as the former Head of Energy Strategy at Google. Neha recently wrote an article for Wired titled “Electric Vehicle Charging is the Next Billion-Dollar Market.” She spoke about the potential and challenges of the transition to vehicle fleet electrification. At Google, Neha drove a large part of the adoption of renewables, so you won’t want to miss out on her insight into this critical topic.

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Maersk, Proman Sign Agreement on Green Methanol Supply

March 11, 2022

Container logistics operator A.P. Moller -Maersk (Maersk) has a new cooperation agreement to identify and develop green methanol supply solutions for Maersk's new methanol-fuelled container vessels.

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Tarkett Updates Carbon Reduction Goals

March 11, 2022

Tarkett announced updates to its efforts in reducing its carbon footprint which includes 12 production sites in 10 countries that are sourcing 100% renewable electricity.

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Washington state Agrees on $17 Billion For Transportation

March 11, 2022

The Washington state legislature has approved $17 billion for transportation projects that will reduce emissions and lower dependence on fossil fuels.

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UBS Ties ESG and Compensation to Board Members

March 11, 2022

UBS announced it has further enhanced the link between ESG and compensation by introducing explicit sustainability objectives for all members of the Group Executive Board (GEB).

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Diageo to Build Carbon Neutral Distillery in Canada

March 10, 2022

Global beverage alcohol company Diageo announced plans for a new distillery to produce its Crown Royal Canadian Whisky brand with 100% renewable energy.

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Bluebird Network Sets 2040 Goals

March 10, 2022

Bluebird Network, a colocation data center and communications infrastructure provider, commits to achieving its goal of reaching net zero carbon emissions by the year 2040.

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Newell Brands Sets 2040 Carbon Neutral Goals

March 10, 2022

Newell Brands Inc. announced it set 2040 carbon neutral goals which include creating more sustainable products and reducing operational impacts.

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Massanutten Resort Adds Solar Power

March 10, 2022

Massanutten Resort in Virginia announced the addition of solar power arrays as part of its sustainability efforts.

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June Renewable Energy Forum Keynotes Announced

March 9, 2022

Senior leaders from T-Mobile, Michigan State, the City of Cincinnati, and Clayco will be featured keynote speakers for the Renewable Energy Forum/Summer Edition, June 6-8, 2022 at the Ponte Vedra Beach Inn & Club, Florida.

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Nutrien Invests in Emissions Reduction Projects

March 9, 2022

Nutrien Ltd. announced it will spend $50 million in investments for Scope 1 emissions reduction projects that are expected to reduce CO2 equivalent emissions by 1 million tons by the end of 2023.

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Actis Sets 2050 Net Zero Goals

March 9, 2022

Actis, a global investor in sustainable infrastructure, has committed to aligning its portfolio to net zero by 2050.

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TD Sets 2030 Interim Goals

March 9, 2022

TD disclosed its net-zero aligned 2030 interim financed emissions targets for two high-emitting sectors, energy and power generation as part of its 2021 ESG and climate action plan reports.

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Rio de Janeiro Government and Nasdaq Create Carbon Credits Exchange

March 9, 2022

The government of Rio de Janeiro and Nasdaq will partner to create a stock exchange for the purchase and sale of carbon credits and sustainable assets related to energy, climate and forest.

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Akamai Technologies Updates 2030 Goals

March 8, 2022

Akamai Technologies, Inc. announced an update to its five sustainable goals that are expected to be reached by 2030.

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Maryland Schools Sets Net Zero Goals

March 8, 2022

The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) announced the launch of the Decarbonizing Public Schools Pilot Program to expand the capacity to manage energy data in order to reduce energy use and GHG emissions.

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Maine Begins Community Solar Projects

March 8, 2022

Five community solar projects in Maine secured funding for New Hampshire Solar Garden’s pipeline of projects.

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Alamo Group Sets GHG Emissions Goal By 2030

March 8, 2022

Alamo Group Inc.announced a 2030 target to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% as compared to its 2019 base year, including goals for Scope 1 and 2 emissions..

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Flexible demand: A smart way to save on energy

March 7, 2022

An emerging energy concept, flexible demand utilizes smart technologies and an inherent knowledge of a company’s energy usage to generate cost-savings and efficiency improvements in a tactical, non-disruptive manner. In this white paper from NRG Energy, learn more about how flexible demand can have a positive impact on your business's bottom line.

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Whirlpool Achieves Progress on 2030 Goals

March 7, 2022

Whirlpool Corporation announced a 27% GHG reduction of GHG emissions globally for all Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to a 2016 baseline, accelerating the company's progress to meet its net zero target by 2030.

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Microsoft Launches Energy Matching Software

March 7, 2022

Microsoft announced it is partnering to develop an energy matching technology solution that allows customers to fully achieve their zero emissions goals.

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Deutsche Bank Provides Disclosure on Financed CO2 Emissions

March 7, 2022

Deutsche Bank disclosed data on its financed GHG gas emissions, part of its wider commitment to net zero CO2 emissions by 2050 and to provide further disclosure on financed emissions of its loan portfolio.

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