Energy Management Articles
Republic of Ireland to electrify 600 public buses
The Republic of Ireland’s National Transport Authority will be receiving up to 600 electric power and propulsion systems to power its new fleet of buses in Ireland through a deal with BAE Systems and Alexander Dennis Limited.
AmerisourceBergen implements efficiency upgrades and rooftop solar
AmerisourceBergen celebrated a slew of renewable energy and energy efficiency projects implemented over the last year with the release of their 2019 Corporate Citizenship Report.
University of Nebraska-Kearney invests in community solar
The University of Nebraska-Kearney plans on going carbon neutral by 2050 and has invested in a nearby solar farm in order to reach this goal.
Simpson Manufacturing cuts oil use by 65%, increases solar use
Simpson Manufacturing Co. installed solar projects and implemented efficiency upgrades to their facilities over the last year, as detailed in their newly released 2020 Sustainability Report.
Weekend reads: How Amazon addresses climate concerns with same day delivery; Passing Virginia's massive clean energy bill
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
To chart a more sustainable future, look to your employees
If a company is serious about hitting its climate goals and achieving business success, they need to look to their people. In this column from Scott Wood, director of EDF Climate Corps, explains that sustainability may be core to a company’s strategy, but it also needs to be core to their culture in order to attract and retain passionate talent.
Pitney Bowes cuts emissions 8%
Pitney Bowes, a global tech company focusing on postage equipment and e-commerce software, saw an 8% reduction in emissions since 2015 and implemented three LED lighting retrofit projects, earning them recognition with the 2020 Climate Leadership Awa
ASOS sees 30% drop in operational emissions
ASOS announced this week that they have reduced operational carbon emissions by 30% since 2015 and reduced customer delivery emissions by 18% thanks to the opening of a fulfillment center in Atlanta, Ga.
Michigan farms join renewable natural gas project
Beaver Creek Farm, along with two other Western Michigan dairy farms, entered into an agreement with a waste and energy development company to convert their farm’s manure into renewable natural gas using new anaerobic digesters being built on their property.
Magellan Jets offers customers emission offsetting
Magellan Jets is partnering with third party-certified, U.S.-based carbon offsetting projects and now offers their customers options to offset all of their aviation use throughout their portfolio.
Newark, N.Y., completes 1,367 LED streetlight retrofit
The city of Newark, N.Y., expects to see $2,551,678 in energy cost savings and reduce energy use by 75% annually through the installation of LED streetlights, a project that was completed this week.
John Deere Operations Center to integrate carbon tech
The John Deere Operations Center will be receiving integration with technology to link farms across the U.S. with a platform that encourages sustainable farming practices through carbon credits and other emission reduction rewards.
Installing Rooftop Solar on a 1960s Multifamily High-Rise Building
The challenge facing the Tower Company was to determine how to install cost-effective rooftop solar on a 1960s high-rise apartment building with an existing structure and near full occupancy. Read this column from Better Buildings to explore the solution and outcome (including a one-year after-tax payback).
GM to install 3,500 employee EV charging stations
General Motors will be adding 3,500 new EV charging stations for employee use at its facilities in the U.S. and Canada, tripling the amount that are currently accessible.
Calif. real estate firm recognized for carbon neutrality
A Scottsdale, Ariz.,-based real estate development firm focusing on providing real estate for the regulated cannabis industry announced March 3 that they have received validation of their carbon neutrality from the U.N. Climate Neutral Now Initiative and One Carbon World.
Hospice of the Foothills to save $750K with solar installation
Hospice of the Foothills, a nonprofit hospice facility in Grass Valley, Calif., expects to save more than $750,000 in energy costs over the next 25 years, or $30,000 annually, thanks to a solar system installed at the facility.
Chesapeake College reduces energy intensity by 24%
Chesapeake College has successfully reduced energy intensity by 24% since 2011, reaching its goal of 20% eight years early, saved more than $250,000 per year in energy cost as they pursue their target of carbon neutrality in campus operations by 2025
City of Detroit launches building energy challenge
The City of Detroit launched Feb. 27 their Detroit Energy Challenge to encourage buildings in the city to commit to reducing emissions and improving efficiency.
Horizon Organic to go carbon positive by 2025
Horizon Organic has committed to becoming carbon positive by 2025 across its supply chain by first achieving carbon neutrality and then supporting opportunities to remove, reduce and offset additional emissions from being released.
Today’s Leaders. Tomorrow’s Heroes: Amy Bond, Sprint Corporation
Amy Bond, Sprint Corporation’s Energy & Sustainability Program Manager, is committed to doing the work that matters to help Sprint become 100% carbon neutral. Amy’s leadership story is the second featured in a new video series from Duke Energy Renewables: “Today’s Leaders. Tomorrow’s Heroes.” The series shares the stories behind the people driving sustainable change, their leadership style, and the courage to do differently.
Mass. school district to receive e-buses
Beverly Public Schools in Massachusetts will be rolling out a fleet of electric school buses along with a 60 kW charging system, the first electric school bus in the district.
Naval sub base expands cogen, efficiency
The Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Conn., will be expanding its on-site cogeneration capacity and microgrid system, along with other efficiency upgrades, through an $83.1 million energy savings performance contract.
Toyota issues $750M green bond for clean vehicles
Toyota Financial Services announced Feb. 14 a $750 million green bond that will be used to fund new retail installment contracts and operating lease contracts to finance environmentally-friendly Toyota and Lexus vehicles.
Weekend reads: The Airbnb of renewable energy; Shell's new offshore wind breaks records
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Accelerate Philly Insights
As we look forward to the Smart Energy Decisions Renewable Energy Sourcing Forum in Ponte Vedra, Florida, June 15-17, let's take a look back at our most recent event, Accelerate Philly.
Translating auction technology to renewable energy
No one would blame 62-year-old Mike Nemer for capping off his oil and gas career after 40 years in the industry and settling into retirement with his wife, kids, and grandbabies. But it’s those grandbabies and kids – and a chance phone call – that re-directed Nemer’s thinking.
FedEx expands EV charging infrastructure
FedEx Corp. announced Feb. 27 the next phase of developing their electric vehicle infrastructure network, which will include adding charging stations to 42 of their locations in California.
University of Dayton receives $1.2M in energy efficiency rebates
University of Dayton received a total of $1.2 million in energy efficiency rebates through projects that improve the sustainability of the Ohio campus and expects to save more than $400,000 annually as a result of these projects.
VF Corporation issues 500 euro green bond
VF Corporation has closed on a €500 million green bond offering, the proceeds from which will support programs to advance their sustainability goals.
Simon cuts emissions 20%, announces new sustainability goals
Simon, the real estate investment trust, announced Feb. 26 that they have achieved their 2020 sustainability goals and established a new set of ambitions going forward.
