Energy Management Articles
Philadelphia Schools Receive Funding for Energy Management
The School District of Philadelphia (SDP) will receive support with managing its energy portfolio and utility data for more than 200 buildings and identifying opportunities to make energy efficiency improvements.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast: Episode 108 - The Intersection of AI and Sustainability
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host Debra Chanil sits down with Megan Lorenzen, Director of Climate and Energy at Salesforce, to discuss the intersection of AI, energy and sustainability. Megan shares insights on Salesforce's efforts in clean energy deployment, including their 100% renewable energy commitment and their role in the global energy transition. They also explore Salesforce's innovative approaches to AI, including the balance between AI's potential to drive climate action and its environmental impact. Megan shares Salesforce’s new sustainable AI policy principles and discusses their engagement with policymakers to promote effective climate legislation, while providing a comprehensive look at how leading technology firms are navigating the complex landscape of energy and AI for a sustainable future.
Love's Travel Stops Expands EV Charging Nationwide
Love's Travel Stops announced the installation of new electric vehicle (EV) charging technologies and infrastructure across the nation.
Nestle Deploys Solar in Texas
Nestlé announced it invested in Stampede, a nearly 2,600 acre solar project in Hopkins County, Texas.
Ford Offers New EV Options
Ford Motor Company is taking action to deliver a growing electric vehicle business and add more propulsion choices for customers that generate lower CO2 emissions.
Google Signs Agreement for 1.5 GW of Solar
Tech company Google signed a strategic long-term agreement initially covering 1.5GWp of solar project development until 2030 and with an option for future expansion.
Toyota Tsusho America Adds Solar in Texas
Toyota Tsusho America (TAI) announced the beginning of construction on its 159-megawatt (MW)/125-MW Norton Solar Project in Runnels County, Texas.
Meta Adopts Solar in Indiana
Meta Platforms signed a long-term Environmental Attributes Purchase Agreement for an Indiana solar array.
CarMax Adds Solar in NY
CarMax, a retailer of used cars, became an anchor customer and subscribed its Buffalo and Albany stores in New York to a community solar farm.
Hexagon Composites' Goals Validated by SBTi
Hexagon Composites announced its net zero targets were validated by the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi).
Rain Carbon Lowers Emissions, Assesses Scope 3
Rain Carbon Inc. (RAIN), a global producer of carbon-based products and advanced materials, announced the reduction of emissions at its plants.
Clean Harbors Avoids 3.5 Million Metric Tons of GHG
Clean Harbors, Inc, a provider of environmental and industrial services, avoided more than double the GHG emissions generated by the company’s operations in 2023.
Case Study: Energy as a Service Unlocks Deep Retrofit
A 25-acre waterfront resort, OUTRIGGER Kauai Beach Resort implemented efficiency measures and installed building controls to improve guest comfort while reducing its environmental impact to help meet sustainability goals. In this case study, learn how an energy as a service (EaaS) agreement with Ameresco enabled the resort to modernize its energy systems and reduce consumption without upfront costs.
DFW Airport to Build Electric Central Utility Plant
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) plans to build an innovative electric Central Utility Plant (eCUP) that will be fueled primarily by electricity the airport purchases from 100% renewable sources.
Sirius Aviation Partners for Hydrogen, Zero-Emission Airports
Sirius Aviation AG, an aviation company, announced a partnership in Australia to develop zero-emission airports and integrate hydrogen technologies.
Lumos Sets SBTi Goals
Lumos, a fiber optic internet and home Wi-Fi service provider based in High Point, North Carolina, announced its participation in the Science Based Targets initiative.
Town of Eagle Begins Construction on Solar Array
Construction began on the town of Eagle’s new 749-kilowatt solar array at its wastewater treatment and lower basin water treatment facilities in Colorado.
Nippon Express Selected for SAF Project
Nippon Express Co., Ltd., a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC., was selected as a designated cargo agent for the Project to Promote SAF Use in Air Cargo Transport for Corporate Compliance with Scope 3 Requirements, a project subsidized by Tokyo Metropolitan Government.
Partner in Pet Food Hungaria Adopts Steam Power
Partner in Pet Food Hungaria KFT (PPF), a European private label pet food producer, announced it has entered a 12-year Heat as a Service agreement for steam power.
Zero to Hero: We Now Have a National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building
On June 6 the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) rolled out the National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building. In this column, the Institute for Market Transformation (IMT) breaks down the elements of the definition, outlines how the industry will use the definition, and suggests what may be next in its evolution.
Pennsylvania DOT Invests in EV Charging
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced $7.1 million in investments for Round 1B of National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) funding. Ten projects in nine counties across the state were chosen to fill in the final gaps along Pennsylvania's Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFC) following NEVI Round 1 and Round 1A.
City of Clay to Deploy Solar
A 7-MW DC ground-mount solar power project known as the Oak Orchard project has entered the development stage on a 23-acre site located in Clay, New York.
Weekend Reads: Global Warming to Slow; Nike's Emissions Problem
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
DOE Funds Alaska Energy Improvement Projects
The U.S. Department of Energy announced five awards for projects in Alaska under the Energy Improvements in Rural or Remote Areas (ERA) program.
Essity's Net-Zero Emission Goals Approved by SBTi
Essity, a hygiene and health company, announced its targets to reach net zero GHG emissions by 2050 were validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Meta Signs PPAs for 374 MW of Solar
Social media company Meta signed two long-term power purchase agreements (PPA) for two solar farms under construction in the U.S.
WEBINAR REPLAY: Climate Regulations Are Coming - Are You Ready?
It is in the news everywhere: more climate regulations and mandates are passing every day. In today's ever-changing regulatory landscape, businesses need to stay up to date on the latest climate regulations and best practices for compliance. Attend EnergyCAP’s latest webinar where leading experts, Jessica Pransky, Principal Analyst at Verdantix and Amber Artrip, VP of Marketing with EnergyCAP, demystify the evolving landscape of environmental compliance and arm you with tactics and tools to comply.
UMass Lowell Retrofits 5 Buildings to Lower Emissions
UMass Lowell is retrofitting five buildings on its campus to improve energy efficiency and lower emissions.
KLA's Emission Targets Approved by SBTi
KLA Corporation, an equipment and services company for the semiconductor industry, announced that its near-term targets to lower GHG emissions by 2030 were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Darling Ingredients Sets 2030 Goals
Darling Ingredients Inc. announced a target to lower Scope 1 and 2 emissions 42% by 2030, which aligns with its commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
