Energy Management Articles
Sustainability Strategy: Two Ways to Decarbonize Natural Gas
Businesses that operate with natural gas and plan to achieve aggressive sustainability goals can still aim for full decarbonization or 100 percent renewable status. In this article, Constellation explains the options of offsetting gas usage through the purchase of carbon offsets or by switching to renewable natural gas (RNG) in order to reduce GHG emissions.
Greenland Utility Launches Waste-to-Energy Service
Greenland's national waste management company, ESANI A/S, will soon provide district heating for residents and businesses through new waste-to-energy facilities.
Valaris Publishes Support for Paris Agreement Targets
Valaris recently released its 2021 Sustainability Report, outlining its intention to set operational emissions targets and chart a path for using technologies to contribute to the goals of the Paris Agreement.
Solar Project to Power Gerdau Steelmaking Breaks Ground
Gerdau Long Steel North America will soon source solar energy for one of its steel mills from a project that began construction Sept. 24.
SEIA Calls on US Electricity Sector to Source 30% Solar by 2030
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) announced Sept. 28 its new campaign for reaching a goal of 30% of U.S. electricity generation to come from solar energy by 2030.
Marriott International Targets Net Zero by 2050
Marriott International announced Sept. 22 that it is committed to reaching net-zero emissions by 2050.
Tesco Sets Interim Emissions Goals on Path to Net Zero
Tesco announced Sept. 24 its goal to reach net-zero emissions from its supply chain and products by 2050 and in its own operations by 2035.
Okta Achieves 100% RE Use
Okta announced Sept. 28 that it has reached 100% renewable electricity use for all its global offices and employees’ work-from-home consumption for the year.
Diageo Opens Carbon Neutral Kentucky Whiskey Distillery
Diageo announced Sept. 28 that its new Bulleit Bourbon distillery in Kentucky is now operational as its first carbon-neutral whiskey distillery in North America.
Unilever Launches Program to Tackle Supplier Emissions
Unilever launched Sept. 21 the Unilever Climate Promise in the hope of encouraging its 56,000 suppliers to demonstrate their commitment to reducing their own carbon footprint.
Enel Fleet Electrification Case Study
From micromobility to heavy-duty fleets, the transition to electrify everything has begun. The Enel Group, a global utility and Fortune 100 company, seeks to achieve full decarbonization by 2050 and is in the midst of fully electrify its own fleet of 14,000 vehicles by 2030. Download Enel's case study for a first look at the results of their program, including a unique fleet solution.
DuPont Inks Deal for 135 MW from Texas Wind Project
DuPont announced Sept. 23 that it has entered into a VPPA for 135 MW of energy from a Texas wind farm.
Tapestry Signs SBTi Business Ambition for 1.5⁰C
Tapestry announced Sept. 23 that it signed the Science Based Targets initiative Business Ambition for 1.5⁰C and is committed to reaching net-zero emissions by 2050.
REWE Group Signs Offshore Wind Deal to Power 1,500 Stores
REWE Group announced Sept. 20 that it entered into a 10-year agreement to procure 100 MW of offshore wind energy.
Weekend Reads: Unlocking the Rooftop Solar Market; A Look at Amazon's Climate Pledge
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
SED’s Commitment to Reconnect In Person – Safely
As COVID moves from pandemic to endemic, the time has come for Smart Energy Decisions to once again innovate and reinvent how we serve you as a community. In this column, John Failla, Founder and Editorial Director, explains how SED will introduce the next generation of our innovative event model at the upcoming Renewable Energy Forum - in person and safely - in December.
Dairy Sector Launches Pathway to Net Zero Initiative
The global dairy industry came together during Climate Week to launch the Pathways to Dairy Net Zero initiative, focused on decarbonizing the sector.
Tractor Supply Commits to Net Zero by 2040
Tractor Supply announced Sept. 23 that it is committed to reaching net-zero emissions across its operations by 2040.
Two Thirds of Largest Global Emitters Found to Have Net Zero Targets
A new report found that 111 of the 167 companies responsible for over 80% of global industrial emissions have set a net-zero or equivalent target.
Google Leads New 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy Compact
A global compact to accelerate the transition to a carbon-free electricity sector was launched Sept. 24 by founding members Google and SEforALL.
Salesforce Reaches Net-Zero Emissions Across Value Chain
Salesforce announced Sept. 21 that it has achieved net zero across its entire value chain and 100% renewable energy use in its operations.
Burger King Parent Company Targets Net Zero by 2050
Restaurant Brands International, the parent company of Burger King, Tim Hortons and Popeyes, announced Sept. 22 its new commitment to reduce emissions 50% by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050.
Walmart Closes on Inaugural $2 Billion Green Bond
Walmart announced Sept. 23 that it has closed on its $2 billion inaugural green bond offering.
Suntory Emissions Targets Approved by SBTi
Suntory Holdings and Suntory Beverage & Food announced Sept. 14 that their emissions targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative.
Distributed Energy Forum Wrap-Up
Continuing its 2021 slate of events, Smart Energy Decisions’ Virtual Distributed Energy Forum, was another success, connecting buyers and suppliers to accelerate the adoption of DERs, which are proving to be a key in the development of net zero strategies. SED’s tradition of exclusive presentations from senior energy and sustainability was on display once again.
Kroger's 2021 ESG Report
The Kroger Co. released its 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report, which encompasses topics and long-term targets in three pillars: People (Social), Planet (Environmental), and Systems (Governance).
Philadelphia Launches Green Bank for Energy Project Financing
Philadelphia residents will soon have access to low-cost financing for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects through the establishment of a non-profit green bank.
L'Oréal USA Achieves Scope 1 and 2 Carbon Neutrality
L'Oréal USA announced Sept. 20 that it has achieved carbon neutrality in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions across all 25 U.S. sites, including manufacturing and distribution facilities, administrative sites and research and innovation centers.
Goodyear to Transition All Europe and Turkey Sites to 100% RE
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced Sept. 22 that it will use 100% renewable energy to power its plants in Europe and Turkey.
American Financial Exchange Aims to Offset All Emissions From 2020
The American Financial Exchange (AFX) announced Sept. 22 that it is committed to being carbon neutral going forward by purchasing credits to offset its yearly emissions starting from January 1, 2020.
