Energy Management Articles
Berge Bulk Adopts Decarb Technology
Berge Bulk, an independent dry bulk owner, announced the company will decarbonize its vessels with a dynamic voyage optimization platform.
Sessions Added to Net Zero Forum Fall Agenda
Smart Energy Decisions announces the addition of several new sessions for the upcoming Net Zero Forum Fall, set for September 16-18 at the Westminster Westin in Colorado. Registration for the event ends on Friday, August 16.
Ribbon Communications’ Emissions Fall by 33%
Ribbon Communications Inc. — a global provider of real-time communications technology and IP optical networking solutions to service providers, enterprises, and critical infrastructure operators — announced a 33% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 CO2e emissions compared to 2018.
PHINIA Reduces Emissions by 10%
PHINIA Inc., a fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions company, achieved a 9.9% annual reduction in carbon emissions through energy efficiency, footprint optimization and green energy sourcing initiatives.
Clark County Schools to Conduct Over $100M in Energy Savings Projects
The Clark County School District in southern Nevada announced it will conduct several energy savings projects.
Weekend Reads: The Hydrogen-Blend 'Experiment'; Energy Consumption Around the World
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
L3Harris Sets New Emissions Reduction, RE Goals
L3Harris Technologies announced it plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 60% by 2030 from a 2021 performance baseline and committed to sourcing 40% of its total electricity from renewable sources in the same timeframe.
Meadow Ridge Breaks Ground on Solar Installation
Meadow Ridge, a luxury continuing care retirement community in Redding, Connecticut, announced it has broken ground on a new solar installation.
Murphy Oil Lowers Emissions by 37%
Murphy Oil Corporation announced it lowered GHG emissions intensity by 37%, reduced methane intensity by 51% and reduced flaring intensity by 66% from 2019 to 2023.
DOE Allocates $190 Million for Energy Improvements at Public Schools
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced selections for the 2024 Renew America’s Schools Prize and Grant, which is a $190 million investment to help K-12 public schools make energy upgrades that will decrease energy use and costs and improve indoor air quality.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast: Episode 107 - Heard at REF: The Continued Evolution of Offsite Renewable Purchasing
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host Debra Chanil welcomes Luke Penne, Senior Business Development Manager at Constellation Energy, in an interview from the 2024 Renewable Energy Forum, “The Continued Evolution of Offsite Renewable Purchasing.” This insightful episode covers recent developments in offsite renewable purchasing, including factors affecting the rising prices of power purchase agreements (PPAs), the importance of more impactful renewable purchases, and increasing demand for PPAs and integrated solutions as companies face challenges in meeting their 2025 and 2030 sustainability goals.
Illinois Parks Add Three Rooftop Solar Projects
Three park districts in Illinois will deploy a 1.54-MW portfolio of rooftop solar projects.
Microsoft Partners for 500 MW Community-Scale Solar
Tech company Microsoft entered a partnership to develop up to 500 megawatts (MWac) of community-scale solar energy projects across the United States between 2025 and 2029.
LYCRA's Decarbonization Plans Receive SBTi Approval
The LYCRA Company, a global sustainable fiber and technology solutions company for the apparel and personal care industries, announced that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved its near-term science-based emissions reduction targets.
Hyundai Engineering Deploys Solar in Texas
Hyundai Engineering Co., Ltd. announced it will deploy solar in the Hill county area of Texas.
Burlington Electric Department Adopts Hydropower
Burlington Electric Department (BED) announced the signing of a new power purchase agreement for hydropower.
Hormel Foods' Emission Goals Validated by SBTi
Hormel Foods Corporation, a Fortune 500 global-branded food company, announced its science-based targets were validated by the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi), formalizing the company's 2030 emissions reduction targets for Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.
Saia Trucking Pilots Renewable Diesel
Saia Trucking entered a partnership to pilot the use of renewable diesel at its locations in Oakland, San Jose, Orange and San Diego, California.
Ecojet Signs for Hydrogen-Electric Engines
Commercial electric airline Ecojet signed an agreement to purchase 22 ZA2000 hydrogen-electric engines.
Taylor Morrison Expands Emissions Categories
Home builder Taylor Morrison announced the company conducted a more robust assessment of its carbon footprint, spanning additional emissions categories to provide a more complete inventory of its Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions.
DOE Invests $2.2B in Grid Improvement
The U.S. Department of Energy announced a $2.2 billion investment in the nation's grid for eight projects across 18 states.
EQ Office Lowers Emissions 8% Year-Over-Year
EQ Office announced notable environmental development including an 8% year-over-year decrease in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions.
Kingspan Boosts RE, Lowers Emissions
Kingspan Insulated Panels North America announced that in 2023 the company recorded 3,037 tCO2e Scope 1 and 2 emissions, a 5% reduction from 2020 baseline, and utilized 5.95 GWh total direct renewable energy.
SED's 2024 DEI Impact Award Winners Announced
Smart Energy Decisions (SED) today announced the winners of its second annual DEI Impact Awards, which recognizes efforts in diversity, equity, and inclusion in clean energy.
Alcoa Boosts RE Use to 87%
Alcoa Corporation announced 87% of electricity that is powering its smelters came from renewable sources.
United Airlines Deploys SAF at O’Hare Airport
United Airlines announced it will use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for use at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) through the end of 2024.
Massachusetts Transit Adds Battery Electric Trains
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Board of Directors approved a $54 million plan to bring battery-electric train service to the Fairmount Commuter Rail Line.
Weekend Reads: Airlines Falling Short on SAF; What Are Underwater Power Grids?
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
TreeHouse Foods Lowers Emissions by 4.4%
TreeHouse Foods, a snacking and beverage manufacturer, lowered its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 4.4%.
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