Energy Management Articles
Regions Saved $91 Million in Energy Costs Since 2008
Regions released Aug. 23 its latest ESG report detailing its success in reducing energy usage through coordinated efficiency projects.
Anheuser-Busch's Economic Recovery Plan Features Largest US Brewery Solar Installation
Anheuser-Busch will be using a portion of its $64 million investment into its Los Angeles brewery to construct the largest solar installation at a U.S. brewery at the facility.
NETSCOUT Surpasses Energy Use Goal with 12% Reduction
NETSCOUT announced Aug. 24 that it reduced the energy usage in its engineering labs by 12.1% in 2020 through a series of infrastructure updates.
Rural Haiti Schools to Receive 6 kW Solar Installations
More than 100 schools in rural Haiti will soon be receiving solar power systems through a project sourcing PV modules from the U.S. solar supply chain.
Google Joins Energy Compact for 24/7 Carbon-Free Electricity
Google announced Aug. 24 that it is joining a new initiative calling on companies, governments and other stakeholders to transition to electricity systems running on carbon-free energy every hour of every day.
Hamilton Lane To Offset All 2019 and 2020 Emissions
Hamilton Lane recently announced that it began the process to offset all its operational emissions for 2019 and 2020.
California Bay Area to Deploy Zero-Emission Passenger Ferry
All American Marine announced Aug. 18 that it is constructing a zero-emissions, hydrogen fuel cell-powered passenger ferry that will operate in the California Bay Area.
New Jersey Landfill Community Solar Nears Completion
A 4.5 MW community solar project on a City of Linden, N.J., former landfill is nearly completed with construction.
DOE Funds Nine Carbon Capture Research Projects
The U.S. Department of Energy announced Aug. 17 that it will provide $24 million in funding for nine carbon capture projects.
Weekend Reads: The Growing Influence of EVs; Using Energy Storage to Make Scottish Whisky
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast - Episode 42: Building a Global Renewable Energy Portfolio
In the third season premiere of Smart Energy Voices, host John Failla is joined by Zephyr Taylor, Global Director of Renewable Energy, Mars Inc. to discuss Mars’ progress against its “Sustainable in a Generation” plan and its ambitious emissions reduction and renewable energy goals. This episode includes engaging conversation from SED's recent Renewable Energy Forum as well as bonus content exclusive to this episode.
McDonald's Releases Update on Emissions Goal
McDonald’s announced Aug. 19 that it reduced absolute emissions from its restaurants and offices 8.5% and emissions intensity from its supply chain by 5.9% since 2015.
Swiss Regulators to Require Climate Disclosures from Large Companies
Large Swiss companies will soon be obligated to report publicly on climate-related issues under regulations going through a review process by the government.
Maersk Selects Carbon-Neutral Methanol Fuel
A.P. Moller - Maersk announced Aug. 19 that it will be procuring carbon-neutral methanol to fuel one of its vessels.
Union Pacific to Increase its Biodiesel Fuel Blend Ratio
Union Pacific announced Aug. 19 that it has been approved to increase its use of biodiesel fuel in its locomotives to up to 20% in a blended formula, an increase from the previous operating limit of 5%.
Saint-Gobain Plans Zero-Energy Home Construction
Saint-Gobain North America launched Aug. 19 a new program that will support the construction of sustainable homes to neighborhoods across North America.
PNC Pledges $20 Billion in Sustainable Financing
PNC pledged Aug. 18 to finance $20 billion for sustainability-related projects over five years.
Fresh Del Monte Targets 27.5% Emissions Cut
Fresh Del Monte Produce announced Aug. 17 a new target to decrease its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 27.5% from 2019 to 2030.
Univ. of Minnesota Student Housing Co-Ops Get 400 kW of Rooftop Solar
Riverton Community Housing, a student accommodation site near the University of Minnesota, recently completed four solar arrays on its buildings.
Apple Launches Accelerator for Minority-Owned Environmental Businesses
Apple announced the first cohort selected for its Impact Accelerator, a new program focused on supporting minority-owned businesses that develop environmentally-focused solutions.
Journey to Zero: Four Key Action Areas to Achieve Net Zero Emissions
To address the growing climate crisis, more organizations are setting climate goals, such as net zero, carbon neutrality, or SBTi goals. But committing to reach net zero emissions and executing on climate goals are two very different things. This column from the Energy & Climate Practice at 3Degrees outlines four key action areas to help companies get started on their journey to zero.
Fort Riley to Install 385 Solar Projects on Base Housing
The Fort Riley U.S. Army base will soon be implementing phase two of a solar energy installation initiative at military family homes across the community.
IKEA Plans Clean Electricity Subscription Service
IKEA will soon offer its Swedish customers access to wind and solar energy through an electricity subscription service.
Jackson Family Wines Targets Climate Positive Operations Without Offsets by 2050
Jackson Family Wines announced Aug. 17 a new commitment to cut its carbon footprint in half by 2030 and become climate positive by 2050 without the purchase of carbon offsets.
AgroAmerica Releases Sustainability Update
AgroAmerica Tropical Oil released Aug. 16 its new corporate sustainability report, assessing the implementation of various environmental initiatives.
Philadelphia to Offer Solar Financing for Home and Business Owners
Homeowners and owners of commercial properties in Philadelphia could have access to solar panel financing under a new phase of a project implemented by the Philadelphia Energy Authority (PEA).
New Jersey Landfill to House 25 MW Solar Project
The largest North American solar farm installed on a capped landfill is now under construction in New Jersey.
Argo Blockchain Achieves Climate Positive Crypto-Mining Operations
Argo Blockchain announced Aug. 17 that it is now the first publicly-traded cryptocurrency mining company to report becoming climate positive in its Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions from its crypto-related operations.
Charting a Path for Voluntary Renewable Energy Buyers as States Set 100% Clean Energy Targets
Voluntary renewable energy buyers ranging from large companies to universities to municipalities have unquestionably accelerated the transition to a cleaner grid - but what is the role of the voluntary markets moving forward? In this column, Caitlin Marquis of AEE explains concerns that could crop up if compliance targets fail to take the voluntary market into account
LG Commits to Eliminate Emissions from Product Use by 2030
LG Electronics announced Aug. 11 its ambition to eliminate emissions associated with the use of its products, which previously accounted for more than 80% of its greenhouse gas emissions, by 2030.
