Energy Management Articles
STL Commits to Net Zero Emissions By 2030
STL announced its commitment to become a carbon neutral company by 2030 by accelerating its efforts towards net zero manufacturing and sustainable network build strategies.
Local Bounti to Produce GHG-Neutral Greens by 2030
Local Bounti Corporation, an indoor agriculture company, announced its plans to produce greenhouse gas (GHG)-neutral leafy greens by 2030 .
Chrysler to Sell First Battery EV By 2025, All EVs By 2028
Chrysler announced that the company will launch its first battery-electric vehicle (BEV) by 2025 and a future all-electric Chrysler vehicle lineup by 2028.
Town of Killingly, CT Installs 1 MW Solar System
The Town of Killingly, Connecticut installed four solar energy systems totaling approximately 1 MW.
Ford to Double Manufacturing of EV Trucks
Ford Motor Company said it is planning to nearly double production of the F-150 Lightning, its all electric pickup truck, to 150,000 trucks per year to meet increasing demand from customers.
City of Pittsburgh Installs EV Stations
The Public Parking Authority of Pittsburgh (PPA) and the Duquesne Light Company (DLC) announced completion of the largest EV charging installation in western Pennsylvania at the City of Pittsburgh's Second Avenue Parking Plaza.
Honeywell Partners With The University Of Texas On Carbon Capture
Honeywell announced an agreement with The University of Texas at Austin that will enable the lower cost capture of carbon dioxide emissions from power plants and heavy industry.
Huhtamaki Signs VPPAs for Solar Energy
Huhtamaki signed two virtual 10-year Power Purchase Agreements (VPPA) as part of its goal of using 100% renewable electricity and a carbon neutral production by 2030.
Brunswick Signs VPPA for Solar Energy
Brunswick entered into a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with Vesper Energy to offset a majority of the electrical power needs of Brunswick’s global operations through solar energy.
Aramark Identifies 350 Lower Carbon Footprint Dishes
Food service provider Aramark is piloting a program at 10 U.S.-based universities to offer dishes with a lower carbon footprint on residential dining menus this semester.
Deutsche Post Offsets CO2 Emissions From Mail
DHL’s Deutsche Post is now offsetting all CO2 emissions generated by its mail transport operations, achieving a more sustainable mail service at no extra cost to customers.
Zoetis Signs PPA for Solar Power
Zoetis signed a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with Vesper Energy to receive 40 MW of renewable energy to power approximately 33% of Zoetis' North American operations' projected energy needs.
E Ink Pledges Net Zero Emissions By 2040
E Ink pledged to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2040 by increasing its use of renewable energy.
Nominations Open for WISE (Women in Smart Energy) Awards
Smart Energy Decisions announces the launch of its inaugural WISE Awards to celebrate Women in Smart Energy. The awards program has been developed to celebrate the significant contribution women are making to the energy transition.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast
Catch up with all episodes of the Smart Energy Voices podcast series, featuring conversations with leaders of the energy transition. Each episode digs deep with industry movers and shakers to reveal insights you can learn from through their stories, personalities, and visions for the future.
Beyond the Meter Podcast
Go Beyond the Meter with all three seasons of the Smart Energy Decisions podcast series, created in partnership with Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions. As the industry evolves, these conversations bring into focus the issues that most affect energy executives today by offering insights from top industry players.
Weekend Reads: The Climate Implications of a Build Back Better Collapse; The Future of EV Charging
It's the long holiday weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web. And Happy Holiday to all!
Henry Ford Health System to Reduce GHG Emissions
Henry Ford Health System announced a plan to reduce its GHG gas emissions in the next decade by using renewable energy to help combat pollution and climate change.
City of Northfield, Minnesota Sets Goal of RE by 2030
The City of Northfield, Minnesota announced its Climate Action Plan (CAP) goals, including a plan to use 100% renewable electricity by 2030.
DOE Creates New Office for Clean Energy Projects
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the establishment of the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations, a new DOE office that will help deliver on President Joe Biden’s climate agenda.
Parker Ranch PPA Approved by PUC
The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) approved a 25-year PPA between Parker Ranch, Inc., its renewable energy subsidiary Paniolo Power Company LLC and Canada-based Innergex Renewable Energy Inc.
Renewable Energy Forum/Winter Edition Wrap-Up
Let the trumpets – and tubas and drums – sound! Smart Energy Decisions opened its 8th Renewable Energy Forum with the Pacific Crest Drum and Bugle Corps serenading attendees with “Happy” to celebrate the return to live events.
Mercedes Benz to Receive RECs from Alabama Power Solar Project
Mercedes Benz U.S. International Inc. (MBUSI) and Alabama Power received approval from the Alabama Public Service Commission for the proposed 80 MW Letohatchee Solar Project in Lowndes County, south of Montgomery.
Heniff Transportation to Buy Zero Emission Trucks
Heniff Transportation Systems, LLC will employ a fleet-as-a-service agreement to initially acquire Nikola Tre BEV trucks.
EXL Sets 2045 Net Zero Emissions Goal
EXL, a global analytics and digital solutions company, has introduced new improvement initiatives, including establishing a 2045 goal to achieve net zero emissions.
Edgewell Personal Care to Lower Emissions by 2030
Edgewell Personal Care Company announced that it has furthered its commitment to climate change and transparency by disclosing its environmental performance through CDP for the first time.
DHL Offers Green Carrier Certification
Deutsche Post DHL Group introduced a global DHL Green Carrier Certification to encourage road transport subcontractors in their efforts to become more sustainable.
Bromley Mountain Ski Resort To Use Solar
The Bromley Mountain Ski Resort will be powered by a new 615kWdc solar project that is located on land owned by Bromley Mountain in Peru, Vermont.
Amazon Web Services Signs PPA in Spain
Amazon Web Services (AWS) signed a PPA for renewable energy generated from 234 MW of solar and wind installed capacity in Spain.
New York City Housing Authority Sets Goal of GHG Reduction
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) will reduce its GHG emissions at the Tilden and Pink Houses via a $90 million design-build contract.
