Energy Management Articles
U of BC receives $974K in funding for heat waste recovery project
The University of British Columbia received additional funding from the Canadian government for the progression of an energy efficiency initiative that is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by 14,600 tons.
Weekend reads: How we could re-enter the Paris Agreement; Covid-19 saves 2.5 years of emissions
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast - Episode 13: The Future of Utility Energy Services with Robert Vary
Many market trends today revolve around resiliency, sustainability, and reduction in carbon emissions. These are all at the forefront of customer's minds and are driven by their own corporate ESG goals. In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, Robert Vary, Senior Vice President Sales & Relationship Management, Duke Energy, discusses energy solutions that allow customers to conserve their own capital while providing subscription payments that allow customers to have a predictable budget on what they spend on energy efficiency.
DE Forum Video: The Future of the Grid is Distributed
We continue our series of video presentations from the recent Distributed Energy Forum with "The Future of the Grid is Distributed." In this conversation, Doug Sansom, Director, DER Sales, NRG, explains that distributed energy resources are essential for success because customers want control over the cost of energy, they want reliability and they want choice. Furthermore, access to cost-efficient energy is a business necessity. These reasons, combined with new lower-cost technology, are driving capital spending for DERs.
U.S. Army invests $7.2M into battery storage research
The U.S. Army announced Oct. 21 that it awarded $7.2 million toward the pursuit of battery technology research in a project led by the University of Maryland that will ultimately advance the use of Army devices that require large amounts of battery power.
Voya adds 350 kW of onsite solar at new office location
Voya Financial announced Oct. 29 the construction of solar carports at its new office in Chandler, Ariz., that could offset more than 663,600 kWh of electricity in its first year of operation.
Medford, Ore., retrofits 8,000 city fixtures with LED lighting
The City of Medford, Ore., expects to reduce its energy consumption, maintenance costs and carbon emissions through a new $4 million contract for the installation of LED lighting in its street lights and park department lighting.
Preparing for the Energy Transition, Part 2: Long-Term Decarbonization Strategies
A low-carbon future will require a wide scope of technical capabilities, regulatory expertise, and market savvy. Integrating products for a total solution and maximum cost reduction will be a key challenge. This white paper from Shell Energy provides actionable steps and forward-looking insights for businesses and enterprises preparing to meet the energy standards of tomorrow.
lululemon athletica aims for 100% RE by next year
lululemon athletica announced Oct. 28 that it is committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity for its operations by 2021 and reducing carbon emissions across its global supply chain by 60% per unit of value added by 2030.
Nevada city rolls out smart lighting program with Cox Communications
The City of Henderson, Nev., and Cox Communications have teamed up on the installation of smart lighting controls on 33 decorative and non-decorative lights in the city to lower municipal energy, maintenance and operational costs.
Colorado State University signs on 10 MW of onsite solar
Colorado State University (CSU) announced Oct. 28 up to 10 MW of new solar installations that could more than double the campus' already installed 6.8 MW of onsite solar.
Keynotes and Presenting Sponsor Announced for Virtual RE Forum/Winter Edition
The Virtual Renewable Sourcing Forum, set for December 7-11, 2020, has announced two high profile keynote speakers, general session presentations, sponsors, and almost 40 large electric powers as attendees.
Preparing for the Energy Transition, Part 2: Long-Term Decarbonization Strategies
A low-carbon future will require a wide scope of technical capabilities, regulatory expertise, and market savvy. Integrating products for a total solution and maximum cost reduction will be a key challenge. This white paper from Shell Energy provides actionable steps and forward-looking insights for businesses and enterprises preparing to meet the energy standards of tomorrow.
DuPont Performance Building Solutions targets 75% emissions cut
DuPont’s Performance Building Solutions and Corian Design arm announced Oct. 27 that it intends to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its operations by 75% between 2019 and 2030 and advance the circular economy in its materials manufacturing.
San Diego PPE manufacturer installs onsite solar
A local San Diego manufacturer of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) announced Oct. 27 that it installed a solar energy system that will power its manufacturing plant.
California CCAs plan $65M investment into EV infrastructure
The State of California will be receiving $65 million in contributions for the expansion of its electric vehicle infrastructure in the state.
Study finds 65% interest in sustainability reporting within corporate sector
A new study found that 65% of Russell 1000 companies published sustainability reports in 2019, up from 60% in 2018, reflecting a growing interest in sustainability within the corporate world.
Costa Cruises completes first LNG bunkering in Italy
Costa Cruises, a branch of Carnival Corporation and the leading cruise line in Europe, announced Oct. 26 that it achieved Italy's first LNG bunkering operation for an LNG-powered ship.
Animal health company pledges to remove 21 million tons of customer emissions
Elanco Animal Health Incorporated announced Oct. 27 its first-ever sustainability commitments, including the removal of 21 million tons of emissions from its customers' farms by 2030.
IBM's DER Project Risk Evaluation Framework
While a DER project’s financial impact is very important to IBM, the company also needs to assess its impact on operations, the likelihood that it will get built, and how external factors might impact the project. In this column, IBM's Global Energy Manager Jay Paidipati shares the framework IBM developed to evaluate projects in the interest of exchanging best practices and benchmarking.
Oregon school district enters into ESPC for efficiency upgrades
Grants Pass School District 7 in Oregon announced Oct. 26 that it has entered into an Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) for upgrades at thirteen locations in the district.
Hemlock Semiconductor cuts emissions intensity 5% since 2015
Hemlock Semiconductor Operations (HSC) announced Oct. 14 that it reduced greenhouse gas intensity by 5% in manufacturing during the past five years.
Starwood Property Trust issues $300 million green bond
Starwood Property Trust announced Oct. 19 the release of its first sustainability bond to the sum of $300 million.
Weekend reads: The rise of geothermal energy; IKEA's pursuit of 100% clean energy generation
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
DE Forum Video: The Future of Utility Energy Services
We begin our series of video presentations from the recent Distributed Energy Forum with "The Future of Utility Energy Services," featuring a conversation with Robert Vary, Senior Vice President of Sales and Relationship Management for Duke Energy and Smart Energy Decisions' John Failla. As Duke Energy commits to becoming more customer-focused, Vary discusses trends driving today's energy markets in terms of resiliency and sustainability, as well as how their approach to dealing with large power customers has evolved.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast - Episode 12: The Evolution of Retail Energy with Dave Grupp
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, Dave Grupp, VP and Head of Renewable Services at Direct Energy Business, gives us his take on the evolution of the retail energy business, including the expanding role that renewable energy is playing within it. After 15 years in the industry, Dave has had a front-row seat to the changes that have taken place and has seen the market mature and evolve in that time. From challenges to successes and goals to inspirations, this is an episode with something for everyone. Energy is growing, so learning from others is one way we can grow with it.
HNI Corporation aims for 100% RE by 2030
HNI Corporation announced Oct. 21 that it had joined the RE100 initiative and set a goal for 100% renewable electricity by 2030.
Honda, GM lead blockchain standard for EV integration
Honda and General Motors are leading the Electric Vehicle Grid Integration (EVGI) Working Group developed by the Mobility Open Blockchain Initiative (MOBI) to create the industry’s first global standard incorporating blockchain technology that could lay the foundation for a worldwide decentralized vehicle charging network.
C&I facilities could see significant economic advantage from on-site wind
A new report found that 20% of large U.S. commercial and industrial facilities would financially and operationally benefit from on-site, behind-the-meter wind energy projects.
Xerox targets carbon neutrality by 2040
Xerox announced Oct. 21 that it is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2040 and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 60% by 2030.
