Energy Management Articles
Finnair Plans for Electric Fleet
Finnair has signed a letter of interest with Heart Aerospace, a Swedish sustainable aviation company, which could lead to the acquisition of up to 20 of its 19-seater electric aircraft for use on the airline’s shortest haul routes.
Horizon Organics Strives to be First Carbon Positive Dairy Brand
Horizon Organic has published its carbon footprint and steps it will take to reduce emissions as it works toward the company's stated goal to be carbon positive by 2025.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast - Episode 28: Addressing Residual Emissions on the Path to Net Zero
Not all ideas for reducing carbon emissions are created equal - what works well for one company won’t work for another. So how does a company start on the path to clean energy? SED’s Debra Chanil talks with Stephanie Harris about that very issue. Stephanie Harris is a Director on 3Degrees’ Carbon Markets team where she helps organizations create customized plans for climate action. For over 15 years, 3Degrees has been helping companies strategically establish and achieve their carbon emission goals. Listen in as they discuss this practical approach to reducing residual emissions.
Netflix unveils 2022 net zero ambition
Netflix announced March 30 an ambitious target to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions and maintain it going forward by the end of 2022.
State Farms to cut emissions 50% by 2030
State Farm announced March 30 that it will reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by the end of 2030, alongside the release of its first-ever Environmental, Social, and Governance Snapshot report.
More than 100 Apple suppliers transition to 100% RE
Apple announced March 31 that 110 of its global suppliers are moving their operations for the production of Apple products to 100% renewable energy, mitigating 15 million metric tons of carbon emissions annually.
DOE targets 30 GW of new offshore wind by 2030
The U.S. Department of Energy announced March 29 a national goal to 30 GW of offshore wind by 2030, a target that would cut 78 million metric tons of carbon emissions and power 10 million homes.
Facebook and General Motors add solar from TVA project
Facebook and General Motors will participate in the Tennessee Valley Authority's Green Invest renewable energy program, allowing the TVA to build the Logan County solar farm, featuring the largest solar plus storage project in its Kentucky service area.
Callon Petroleum plots GHG reduction targets, ties financials to exec pay
A new executive compensation program is in place at Callon Petroleum with updated environmental, social, and governance ESG) initiatives. These changes were made to align with investor priorities and new commitments to quantitative GHG emissions reduction targets.
Gunvor Group pledges $500 million for clean energy
The Gunvor Group, traders of physical energy commodities announced significant cuts in the company's emissions by 2025 and a commitment to spend at least $500 million on clean energy programs.
Jeep expands EV access at off-road trailheads
The Jeep® brand announced March 26 that it is installing Jeep-branded EV charging stations at or near the trailheads of off-road trails over the next year, in conjunction with the launch of the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid.
Goldman Sachs Update on its 2030 Sustainable Finance Commitment
One year in on Goldman Sachs' plan to target $750 billion in financing, investing and advisory activity towards climate transition and inclusive growth, Chairman and CEO David M. Solomon provides an update on progress and new initiatives. Surpassing a fifth of the goal in a single year, he says, demonstrates that sustainable finance has already become a core offering from Goldman Sachs – and the demand among clients shows no signs of slowing down.
Mass. Climate Legislation to Reduce GHG Emissions
Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker on March 26 signed comprehensive climate change legislation that commits to achieve net zero emissions in 2050 and moves the Commonwealth forward in its efforts to combat climate change and protect vulnerable communities.
Amazon Web Services joins partnership for EV management platform development
Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced March 29 that it is teaming up with ABB to develop a cloud-based system for optimizing the management of electric vehicle fleets.
Frito-Lay cuts fleet GHG emissions in half, reduces diesel in Calif.
Frito-Lay, a division of PepsiCo, Inc., announced progress in the transformation of its Modesto, Calif. manufacturing site, reducing absolute GHG emissions of its fleet by more than half (53%) and lowering fleet diesel usage by 78%.
New Solar Initiatives & Technologies to Cut Costs for DOE Goal
The US Department of Energy announced a target to cut the cost of solar energy by 60% in the next ten years, along with nearly $128 billion in funding to lower costs, improve performance, and speed the deployment of solar energy technologies.
Weekend reads: Biden looks to clean energy in recovery plan; Powering Scottish EVs with ocean waves
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Olathe, Kansas, installs public EV chargers through federal funding
The City of Olathe, Kansas, announced March 25 that it has deployed six solar-powered EV charging systems at public locations in the city.
U.S. Steel reveals sustainably-made steel product
United States Steel Corporation announced March 24 its new line of sustainably-made steel and its continued sustainability commitments.
Tasteful Selections installs 5 MW microgrid at California facility
Tasteful Selections announced March 25 that it is installing a 5 MW solar, natural gas and battery microgrid system at its specialty potato plant in Arvin, Calif., to cut its power bill by up to 40%.
DHL expands electric fleet and sets new carbon targets
Deutsche Post DHL Group announced March 22 that it plans to deploy 80,000 electric vehicles for last-mile deliveries, 60% of its fleet, and reduce its emissions by 29 million tons in line with the Paris Agreement by 2030.
Illinois school districts deploy vehicle-to-grid school buses
Two school districts in Illinois will soon be piloting vehicle-to-grid enabled school buses thanks to a new partnership.
Pride Group places order for 100 electric heavy-duty trucks
Pride Group Enterprises announced March 25 that it has purchased 100 all-electric trucks to be integrated into its existing logistics, leasing, rental and equipment retail operations in the U.S. and Canada.
Hyundai partners with Electrify America to provide free EV charging to car buyers
Hyundai Motor America announced March 17 that it will provide free fast-charging on Electrify America's network for owners of its 2021 Kona Electric and Ioniq Electric models.
The Value of Partnerships: DER Survey Insights, Part 3
In order to make the most of the opportunities afforded by DERs, it is important to join with partners who can help to evaluate your operations as a whole, explain potential complexities, and recommend the best DER fit and strategy for your business. Part 3 of this series from NRG Energy based on results of the 2020 State of Distributed Energy Resources study conducted by Smart Energy Decisions, looks at a variety of partnerships and business models being used to deploy DERs.
New biofuel project from Delta Air Line partner receives $600 million investment
A new sustainable aviation fuel project that could provide fuel to Delta Air Lines will soon be underway in Washington State with a potential new investment of $600 million.
Starbucks adds carbon neutrality in green coffee processes to 2030 goals
Starbucks announced March 22 an acceleration of its carbon reduction goal, now planning to achieve carbon neutral green coffee processing by 2030.
Penn State Facilities Engineering Institute aids state in solar generation
The Penn State Facilities Engineering Institute (PSEI) announced March 23 that it is supporting the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's effort to establish more solar power capacity as nine of the state agencies it services will participate in the commonwealth’s new program.
Agricultural machinery maker eyes 20% emissions cut by 2026
AGCO announced March 24 that it is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its manufacturing operations by 20% by the end of 2026.
Houston metro system to pilot automated electric transit vehicles
Houston METRO will soon be deploying automated, zero-emission transit vehicles through a new program funded by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).
