Energy Management Articles
Maine public schools implement LED incentive program
Fifty-six schools in Maine were awarded funds for LED upgrades in a program that dished out $825,000 in efficiency incentives, with another $101,000 currently pending.
Case Study: Superior Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) System Proven to Reduce Coronavirus
The onset of COVID-19 has upended businesses, educational institutions, stadiums, etc., challenging all indoor community spaces to rethink how best to reengage with their respective audiences. In this case study from BioStar Renewables, learn how key technologies are ensuring safe, clean, interior air, delivered to its educational customers and others, all at a true value.
Republic Services to purchase 2,500 electric waste collection trucks
Republic Services announced Aug. 10 a new project to develop and purchase 2,500 electric waste and recycling collection trucks in one of the industry's first large-scale moves toward fleet electrification.
Conservation groups team up on renewable energy
A new collaboration between National Audubon Society, Defenders of Wildlife and EDF Renewables North America intends to help the state of California in its goal of 100% renewable energy while implementing wildlife conservation efforts.
Capgemini targets net-zero by 2030
Capgemini recently announced their new target to be carbon neutral in their operations by 2025 and net-zero by 2030.
Weekend reads: Turning stale beer into energy in Australia; The future of energy storage tech
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Utah Inland Port Authority explores renewable natural gas
The Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) announced July 28 that they signed a Joint Cooperation Statement with Dominion Energy Utah aimed at pursuing opportunities for the development of natural gas programs and technology.
Vomela Companies unveils St. Paul's largest rooftop solar array
The Vomela Companies revealed Aug. 4 the largest solar array in St. Paul, Minn., which is located on the rooftop of their new 300,000 square foot headquarters.
Bringing Sustainability & Savings to Albany Medical Center
Hospitals everywhere are finding that budgets are very tight, which means they need to explore every opportunity to reduce operating costs. This column from Nexamp shows how Albany Medical Center jumped at the opportunity to join a nearby community solar farm to realize savings and support local renewable energy resources.
Dropbox sets 2030 sustainability goals, targets 100% RE
Dropbox released Aug. 5 their sustainability targets for 2030, including carbon neutrality, sourcing 100% renewable energy and support organizations working for climate action.
Facebooks inks deal with Illinois wind farm
Facebook completed an agreement Aug. 6 with the Lincoln Land Wind project in Illinois to source approximately 170 MW of renewable energy from the 300 MW project.
Google issues largest corporate sustainability bond
Google parent company Alphabet announced Aug. 3 that they have issued $5.75 billion in sustainability bonds, the largest by any company ever, that will fund projects in energy efficiency, clean energy, green buildings, clean transportation, circular economy, affordable housing and racial equity.
Apple, Wells Fargo and others to receive power from Arizona solar
Apple, Boeing, PepsiCo and Wells Fargo were among a list of 21 commercial, municipal and school district customers that have signed agreements to offtake a portion of a 100 MW solar farm in Arizona.
Stronger Together: Systemic Efficiency through Demand Management
Most conversations around clean energy are focused on what type of energy we are using, but to fully decarbonize our economy, we also need to address when energy is used. In this column from IMT - the third in a series - Jake Duncan explains that by purposefully managing energy usage, we can better match the demand for power with the availability of clean energy.
DataBank's Minneapolis data center run on 100% RE
DataBank announced Aug. 4 that their MSP2 data center in Minneapolis, Minn., is now run on 100% renewable energy.
BP targets sustainability overhaul of operations
BP released Aug. 4 their strategy for transitioning from an "oil" company to an "integrated energy" company, including a 10-fold increase in low carbon investment by 2030 and reducing operational emissions 30-35% before 2030.
Bosch signs three new solar PPAs
The German automotive supplier Bosch announced on Aug. 5 three new long-term solar PPAs that will provide energy to their operations.
McLean Packaging to go 100% renewable
McLean Packaging announced Aug. 3 a five-year plan that includes sourcing 100% renewable energy and transitioning to a zero-carbon business plan.
General Motors plans expansion of U.S. EV charging network
General Motors announced July 31 their new initiative in partnership with EVgo to triple the public fast electric vehicle chargers available in the United States.
Renewable jet fuel production soars in the U.S.
The U.S. nearly quadrupled its production of renewable jet fuel from 1Q 2020 to 2Q 2020 and in 2020 is expected to produce 30% more bio-jet than in 2019 despite a decrease in 1Q, a new report found.
Virtual Renewable Energy Sourcing Forum Wrap-Up
Smart Energy Decisions presented the Virtual Renewable Energy Sourcing Forum on July 27-31, creating an opportunity for corporate energy buyers to engage in cutting-edge general sessions and meet with suppliers and peers without the need to travel. John Failla, Founder and Editorial Director of Smart Energy Decisions welcomed attendees, noting that “a lot has changed over the past four months but not the goals of the event: to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy sourcing.”
Today’s Leaders. Tomorrow’s Heroes.: Meet Ball Corporation’s Adam Shalapin
Adam Shalapin, Global Sustainability Manager for Ball Corporation, comes to work every day with a purpose. And it’s that sense of purpose that drives him to help Ball reach its ambitious sustainability goals. Watch Adam’s story, part of a video series from Duke Energy Renewables, to see how his daily leadership is not only impacting Ball and its customers but also future generations
Cargill, Ardent Mills complete agreement with Texas solar farm
Cargill and Ardent Mills will soon be receiving power from the Misae Solar I project in Northern Texas through retail supply agreements that were finalized on July 30.
Citi to finance $250 billion in climate projects
Citi announced July 29 their new five-year 2025 Sustainable Progress Strategy, including a goal to finance $250 billion in environmental and climate change-focused projects globally.
Weekend reads: Microsoft's groundbreaking climate goals; Expanding EV charging in the West
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Texas wind project to generate power for Facebook, McDonald's
A 525 MW wind project in Texas that will supply Facebook and McDonald's with clean energy was purchased by CMS Enterprises and will begin operations this fall.
Whirlpool emissions reduction targets approved by SBTi
Whirlpool Corporation announced July 29 that their Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative.
Moss Landing plans major energy storage system
A 1,200 MW lithium-ion battery energy storage system in Moss Landing, Calif., was approved by the county Planning Commission to proceed into the next phase of construction as the developers plan one of the largest energy storage projects in the world.
Moody's Corp. unveils new sustainability goals
Moody’s Corporation announced July 28 that they are committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity and by 2050 reaching net-zero emissions.
