Energy Management Articles
Top Cement Companies Unveil Roadmap to Decarbonization
Forty of the world’s top cement and concrete manufacturers came together Oct. 12 to affirm their collective commitment to reaching net-zero emissions in concrete production by 2050.
Coast Guard Training Facility Save $1.2 Million Annually with New Microgrid
The United States Coast Guard will soon be adding its first battery energy storage system to its largest west coast training facility.
Mission-Critical Emission Targets Driving Interest in RE Forum
Pent-up demand for in-person meetings among energy buyers and suppliers, driven by aggressive timeframes for purchasing renewable energy projects to meet targets is leading to strong interest in Smart Energy Decision’s upcoming Renewable Energy Forum, set for December 6-8, 2021 in person at the Hyatt Regency, Huntington Beach, California.
Iowa City Surpasses 2030 Emissions Reduction Target
Iowa City has reduced its carbon emissions by 49% since 2010, surpassing its goal to decrease emissions by 45% before 2030.
Midwest States Team Up on EV Infrastructure Network
Governors from Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin recently announced the launch of a regional initiative to create an electric vehicle charging network across the Midwest and collaborate on encouraging the EV transition.
ExxonMobil Expands Involvement with Scottish Carbon Capture Project
ExxonMobil announced Oct. 6 that it will be increasing its participation in a Scottish carbon capture project that has the potential to significantly reduce the emissions associated with the UK's industrial sector.
Weekend Reads: The Role of Nuclear Power in the Net Zero Movement; Britain's Struggle with the Energy Transition
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
ROYAL CANIN Eyes Carbon Neutrality by 2025
ROYAL CANIN announced Oct. 5 its commitment to become certified carbon neutral by 2025, including the carbon neutral certification of its first product range by 2022.
How Energy Technology Reduces Consumption and Spend: Fleet Electrification
There is a growing consensus that the electrification of transportation is an important step in meeting aggressive GHG emissions reduction goals. This report from Constellation explores how the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey is transitioning its entire fleet of buses at JFK and Newark Airports from diesel to battery electric in order to reduce its carbon footprint by 2022.
Smart Energy Voices - Episode 48: The Power of Entrepreneurial Leadership, with Chris Castro
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host John Failla is joined by Chris Castro, Director of Sustainability & Resilience and Co-Chair of the ‘Future-Ready’ initiative for the City of Orlando. Chris has accomplished a tremendous amount with the city in an amazingly brief time. Listen in to learn more about the thrilling work Chris is currently doing and about this fascinating personal journey in the field of sustainability.
One-Third of European Companies Have Net Zero Targets, New Report Finds
Almost one-third of the largest listed European companies have set targets to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, however only 5% are on track to meet their targets, a new study found.
NH Grocery Distribution Center Gets Rooftop Solar Installation
The Associated Grocers of New England recently completed a 3,400-panel solar project on the rooftop of its distribution center in Pembroke, N.H.
Israeli Bus Company Pursues Wireless EV Charging for 200 Buses
A bus company operating in Israel signed onto a project on Oct. 4 that will expand its wireless electric vehicle charging network in Tel Aviv and the wider metropolitan area.
Dow Inks Eight New RE Deals Across Europe and North America
Dow announced Oct. 6 eight new renewable energy agreements that will reduce its emissions by more than 600,000 tons of CO2 annually.
bp Launches $269 Million Efficiency Investment at Cherry Point Refinery
bp announced Oct. 4 that it will be investing $269 million into three energy efficiency projects at its Cherry Point Refinery in Washington state.
General Mills Issues First Sustainability Bond
General Mills announced Oct. 6 its inaugural sustainability bond, priced at $500 million over ten years.
DFDS Adds 100 Electric Heavy-Duty Trucks to Fleet
DFDS announced Oct. 6 that it has placed an order for 100 electric heavy-duty trucks to deploy in its fleet starting in 2022 and 2023.
Mars Sets Full Value Chain Net Zero Ambition for 2050
Mars, Incorporated announced Oct. 5 its new ambition to reach net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050.
Decarbonizing Supply Chains: Collaboration and Renewable Energy Strategies
With organizations increasingly focusing on becoming more sustainable, supply chain decarbonization is rapidly gaining momentum. However, tackling Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions is not an easy journey. This guide from Enel Green Power discusses the main steps to reducing supply chain emissions, from data collection to implementation, including renewable energy and other procurement strategies.
Indiana Jail Plans Energy Upgrade Project
The Wells County jail facility announced Oct. 4 an energy efficiency overhaul that is expected to save the complex $560,000 annually in energy costs.
International Council on Mining and Metals Signs Joint Net Zero Ambition
The members of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) announced Oct. 5 that they have committed to reaching net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050 at the latest.
LA Clippers Plan First Climate Positive Basketball Arena
The LA Clippers announced Sept. 27 a new partnership that will support its creation of the first climate positive sports arena.
Second Microgrid to Bring Renewable Energy to Puerto Rico
A second microgrid project in Puerto Rico will allow Eaton, a power management company, to provide renewable energy for its manufacturing operations.
Alcoa Targets Net-Zero Aluminum Processing Operations
Alcoa Corporation announced Oct. 4 its new commitment to reaching net-zero emissions in its global operations by 2050.
Delta Inks $1 Billion SAF Offtake Deal
Delta Air Lines completed an offtake agreement Sept. 30 for 250 million gallons of blended fuel with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in a deal that is estimated to be worth more than $1 billion.
LyondellBasell Unveils Plans for Net-Zero Operations
LyondellBasell released Sept. 29 its plan for reaching net-zero emissions in its global operations by 2050.
Caltech Completes 800 kW of Solar Installations
The installation of a combined 800 kW of solar energy capacity was recently completed across eight campus buildings for the California Institute of Technology (Caltech).
UK Advances Toward 100% RE Use Country-Wide by 2035
The United Kingdom could power its entire electricity system on renewable energy by 2035.
Phillips 66 Targets a 30% Emissions Cut
Phillips 66 announced Sept. 30 its new target to reduce emissions intensity from its operations by 30% before 2030.
Inside GM's Sustainability Initiatives
The latest IPCC report suggests that we’re in a pivotal decade for climate action. As business leaders and governments gather at Climate Week, says Kristen Siemen, Vice President of Sustainable Workplaces and Chief Sustainability Officer at General Motors, we need to ask the hard questions about what’s next now that many large businesses have expressed a desire to be carbon neutral.
