Energy Management Articles
EQ Office Lowers Emissions 8% Year-Over-Year
EQ Office announced notable environmental development including an 8% year-over-year decrease in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions.
Kingspan Boosts RE, Lowers Emissions
Kingspan Insulated Panels North America announced that in 2023 the company recorded 3,037 tCO2e Scope 1 and 2 emissions, a 5% reduction from 2020 baseline, and utilized 5.95 GWh total direct renewable energy.
DOE Invests $2.2B in Grid Improvement
The U.S. Department of Energy announced a $2.2 billion investment in the nation's grid for eight projects across 18 states.
SED's 2024 DEI Impact Award Winners Announced
Smart Energy Decisions (SED) today announced the winners of its second annual DEI Impact Awards, which recognizes efforts in diversity, equity, and inclusion in clean energy.
Massachusetts Transit Adds Battery Electric Trains
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Board of Directors approved a $54 million plan to bring battery-electric train service to the Fairmount Commuter Rail Line.
Alcoa Boosts RE Use to 87%
Alcoa Corporation announced 87% of electricity that is powering its smelters came from renewable sources.
United Airlines Deploys SAF at O’Hare Airport
United Airlines announced it will use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for use at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) through the end of 2024.
Weekend Reads: Airlines Falling Short on SAF; What Are Underwater Power Grids?
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Allegion’s Emissions Drop 30%
Allegion plc, a global security products and solutions provider, decreased its GHG intensity in Scopes 1 and 2 by 30% compared to a 2020 baseline.
TreeHouse Foods Lowers Emissions by 4.4%
TreeHouse Foods, a snacking and beverage manufacturer, lowered its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 4.4%.
Flint Hills Resources Adds Solar for Refinery Operations
Refinery company Flint Hills Resources announced it will be building a second company-owned solar installation to help power its U.S. refinery operations.
Coupa's Emissions Targets Approved by SBTi
Coupa's goals for lowering its environmental impact by pursuing climate targets were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) this month.
Webinar Replay - Better Bill Data: Using Technology to Streamline Utility Bill Management
Get ready for a dynamic discussion about navigating the complexities of utility bill data! Tune in as an expert panel of energy and utility professionals delve into the power of technology for better bill management, energy cost savings, and more sustainable operations. Learn strategies and real-world applications that have revolutionized data processes, offering efficiency and accuracy like never before. Don’t miss hearing from an expert panel about how they’ve leveraged technology and best practices to turn their utility bill management into a seamless, cost-effective operation.
Air New Zealand Retracts 2030 Emissions Goal
Air New Zealand announced the airline is retracting its 2030 science-based carbon intensity reduction target and will withdraw from the Science Based Targets initiative.
JetBlue Deploys SAF for NY Travel
JetBlue announced a new commercial agreement to bring the first regular supply of blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to John F. Kennedy International Airport as early as the fourth quarter of 2024.
Tronox Ramps Up RE Projects
Tronox Holdings plc, an integrated manufacturer of titanium dioxide pigment, announced it commissioned a 200-MW solar project in South Africa that will provide an estimated 40% of the company's total energy needs in the region.
ITD Industries Launches Commercial Hydrogen Refueling Station
ITD Industries announced the opening of the first commercial hydrogen refueling station for the heavy-duty transportation sector in Ontario, Canada.
Lear Meets 100% RE in Europe, UK
Lear Corporation, a global automotive technology manufacturer, sourced 100% of electricity from renewable sources for all of its facilities in Germany, Portugal, Spain and the United Kingdom.
Intermountain Health Adds 40-MW Solar Farm
Intermountain Health announced the opening of the Castle Solar Farm in Huntington, Utah that will provide power for several of the system's hospitals, clinics and other facilities.
Meta Unveils Arizona Solar Park
Social media company Meta unveiled the 200-megawatt Brittlebush Solar Park located near the town of Coolidge, Arizona.
Data & Analytics: Connecting Energy Usage to Your Business Goals
You can only proactively manage utility costs, understand trends, and develop strategies to optimize spend once you take control of your most significant asset: your energy consumption data. This article from Constellation explains how utility bill management platforms will allow companies to identify areas of high energy use and take steps to streamline and reduce operating costs in those areas.
Elanco Animal Health Boosts RE by 12%
Elanco Animal Health announced that it is sourcing 12% of its electricity from renewable sources, advancing the company toward its 2030 goal of 100% use.
Sabra Health Care REIT Expands Data Collection
Sabra Health Care REIT, Inc. announced the company expanded its utility data collection to 100% of its managed portfolio (Scopes 1 and 2), including year-over-year impacts from E-Initiative and GHG emissions verification.
Microsoft Purchases Carbon Removals
Microsoft entered into an agreement to purchase over 80,000 metric tons of carbon removals from Western Rivers Conservancy's Blue Creek Improved Forest Management Project located in Northern California.
Crown Holdings on Track for Scope 3 Goals
Crown Holdings, Inc., a global supplier of rigid packaging products to consumer marketing companies, announced it is on track to meet its Scope 3 emissions reduction goal ahead of its 2030 deadline.
International Airlines Group Buys SAF
International Airlines Group (IAG) reached an agreement for the purchase and supply during the next six months of more than 28,000 tons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Sonoco Adds Off-grid EV Charging
Sonoco, a global manufacturer of consumer, industrial, health care and protective packaging, added an off-grid solar electric vehicle charging station.
San Bernardino County Conducts Final Test for Zero Emission Train
The San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) in California added the next generation of clean passenger rail vehicles.
Joby Conducts Hydrogen-Powered Flight
Joby Aviation, Inc. announced the successful flight of its hydrogen-electric air taxi. The plane flew 523 miles with water as the only by-product in its demonstration flight.
Case Study: Reshaping City of Boulder's Built Environment
The City of Boulder, CO is a recognized leader in climate action and transparency, including a Climate Action Plan that aims for an 80% reduction in emissions from city buildings by 2030. In this case study from Ameresco, learn how Boulder created a Facilities Master Plan to improve building performance in terms of environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and financial stewardship.
