Energy Management Articles
Corporate customers see record year for wind energy contracts
Corporate customers now make up 10% of all operating wind capacity in the United States and set a new record for annual contracts for wind energy in 2019 by signing a total of 4,447 MW of wind capacity.
Ohio school district completes 789 kW solar project
Hicksville Public Schools in Ohio has completed a 789 kW ground-mounted solar array that is expected to produce more than 30,000 MWh over the life of the project.
Telefónica accelerates net zero goal to 2030
Spanish telecommunications company Telefónica announced June 5 that they are accelerating their previously established goal of net-zero emissions from 2050 to 2030 as they continue to find success in their climate strategies.
Dependable Supply Chain to power EV fleet with 100% RE
Dependable Supply Chain Services announced June 10 that they have completed an agreement that will allow them to power their electric transportation fleet with 100% renewable energy.
Google, WWF Sweden collaborate on textiles sustainability
A new project created in a partnership between Google and WWF Sweden is out to increase the sustainability of the fashion industry, which accounts for between 2 and 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions, by analyzing data of responsibly-sourced raw materials.
Tetra Pak commits to net zero emissions by 2050
Tetra Pak announced June 11 that they have set a target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and net-zero emissions in their entire value chain by 2050.
Leverage renewable energy to become more sustainable
Achieving a zero-carbon future requires a range of smart, renewable options. Direct Energy Renewable Services offers a guide, “Start your Sustainability Journey with Energy,” to help define your path from sustainably-minded to sustainably-achieving.
Michigan city completes Phase 1 of 645 kW solar overhaul
The public works building in Muskegon Heights, Mich., completed a solar installation that will be part of a larger 645 kW system that is expected to offset nearly half of the city's public building energy needs.
Vertical Bridge achieves 100% carbon neutrality
Vertical Bridge, the largest private owner and operator of communications infrastructure in the U.S., announced June 10 that they are officially 100% carbon neutral.
Rocky Mountain Institute recommends path for green stimulus post-COVID
Rocky Mountain Institute released June 10 a report detailing four key opportunities for establishing a green stimulus and climate-related solutions as a way for short- and long-term economic recovery following the pandemic.
Xylem cuts emissions intensity 28.3%, surpassing goal
Xylem Inc. announced June 8 that they reduced greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 28.3% by 2019, surpassing their target of a 20% reduction established in 2014.
UC Berkeley finds U.S. could achieve 90% RE by 2035
The University of California, Berkeley released a report June 9 that concludes that the United States has the potential to deliver 90% clean, carbon-free electricity nationwide by 2035 at no extra costs to consumer bills, but only if robust policy reform is put in place.
Green Lease Leaders recognized for building sustainability
The Institute for Market Transformation (IMT) and the U.S. DOE’s Better Buildings Alliance announced June 8 the list of 2020 Green Lease Leaders representing more than 3 billion square feet of commercial and government space ranging from large and small offices to industrial buildings and data centers.
RE Sourcing Forum’s “Virtual Advantage” Detailed
Corporate renewable energy buyers and suppliers are demonstrating their commitment to Smart Energy Decisions’ Virtual Renewable Energy Sourcing Forum. Set for July 27-31, this innovative virtual event will debut using a proprietary platform the latest in communications and event management technology for facilitating virtual events including one-to-one meetings.
Florida school district approves HVAC improvements
Hillsborough County Schools in Tampa, Fla., approved June 2 a list of HVAC upgrades to be implemented at several of its elementary, middle and high schools to improve building climate efficiency.
Rite Aid cuts energy use by 33% with LED installations
Rite Aid announced June 8 that they have reduced electricity consumption by 33% and have increased the number of in-store LED lighting installations by 8% since last year.
Weekend reads: The future of city office space; Saving Obama's renewables stimulus
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Enhancing Sustainable Cities
The City of Temecula in California is a shining star in their commitment to govern based on a 10-year sustainability plan. In this case study from BioStar, see how the city navigated a cleaner carbon footprint and achieved ESG goals through cost-effective renewables.
Spanish winery hits 30% emissions reduction target one year early
Familia Torres, a Spanish wine producer, achieved its 2020 goal of reducing carbon emissions per bottle by 30% a year ahead of schedule through supply chain management and the use of renewable energy and energy efficiency measures and has set a new emissions goal.
Rolls-Royce joins UN carbon campaign to become net zero by 2030
Rolls-Royce announced June 5 that they have joined the UN Race to Zero campaign and expect to become net-zero carbon in their operations by 2030.
New report finds solutions for cities to overcome energy transition hurdles
A new report from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR), the University of Michigan and Sierra Club found that cities and states bear most the burden of implementing clean energy policies and in order to reach their targets they must invest more money, build more expertise and garner more support from utilities.
Six Ohio schools to save 25% in energy costs through energy projects
Six Ohio school districts will be receiving solar and energy efficiency projects that are expected to provide an average of 25% annual utility savings for each school and collectively offset an average of 6,432 tons of carbon emissions annually.
Shell pursues methane emissions monitoring project
Shell awarded June 4 a framework agreement to Bureau Veritas, who will help the energy company monitor, quantify and control methane emissions in pursuit of their goal to maintain methane emissions intensity below 0.2% by 2025.
Danone's Voltic brand awarded carbon neutral certification
Volvic, a Danone bottled water brand, announced June 2 that they are officially carbon neutral and have been B Corp certified thanks to their switch to 100% renewable energy and commitment to use 100% recycled materials in their bottles by 2025.
2020 Corporate Energy and Sustainability Progress Report
For anyone involved in the energy and sustainability industry back in 2010, 2020 is hardly recognizable. A report from Schnieder Electric shows that changes over the past decade were seismic and the new decade—starting with the global response to the current pandemic—holds even more in store.
Madison, Wis., installs new solar-powered EV charging station
The City of Madison, Wisconsin approved June 2 the order of a solar-powered electric vehicle charging station, which will be deployed to power city fleet vehicles.
Vermont plans local 2.2 MW solar project
Morrisville Water and Light in Vermont will soon be receiving power from a 2.2 MW solar project that is currently under construction on land used for corn silage.
Crestwood cuts emissions intensity by 2%
Crestwood Equity Partners announced June 3 in their newly released sustainability report that they reduced their greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 2% last year across operations.
Teva Pharmaceuticals cuts emissions 17.2%, decreases energy use 9.4%
Teva Pharmaceuticals met their greenhouse gas reduction target before their goal of 2020 and has charted a path forward to improving their sustainability.
Gerdau Steel plans 80 MW BTM solar facility
Gerdau Long Steel North America announced June 2 that they have entered into a 20-year PPA for one of the country’s largest behind-the-meter solar facilities.
