Energy Management Articles
An evaluation of efficiency programs in the Southwest
This report from the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project examines the methodologies that electric utilities in the Southwest use to value the avoided costs of their energy efficiency and other demand-side management programs.
Leveraging partners, P&G starts 50 MW biomass plant
Marking another step toward its energy goals, Procter & Gamble Co. announced the completion of a 50-MW biomass-fueled combined heat and power plant at one of its largest U.S. facilities, touting the importance of its partnerships in bringing the project to fruition.
Papa John's franchisee adds solar to 100% RE mix
One of the largest Papa John's franchisees in the country has been powering its more than 85 stores with 100% wind power since 2015, but beginning in 2018, will add solar electricity to its mix through a new, nine-year agreement.
BNEF: Oil majors join C&I sector in cutting GHGs
It's no longer just the C&I sector of the economy that has ramped up its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions: According to a new report from Bloomberg New Energy Finance, the oil majors have also hopped on board.
Facebook switches to community choice RE option
Social media giant Facebook has switched all electric accounts at its Menlo Park, Calif., headquarters to participate in a 100% renewable energy program created by a newly established California electricity supplier.
Weekend reads: Obama aides launch energy group; mayor's energy use judged; Musk's solar vision & more
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California's SEM program open for business
With a new mandate to double energy efficiency savings by 2030, California utilities are about to roll out a new $4 million industrial energy efficiency program to incentivize Strategic Energy Management, or SEM, in 2018. This column explains how energy managers can capitalize on the opportunity.
ITC finds US solar makers injured, case goes to Trump
The U.S. International Trade Commission on Sept. 22 made its first decision on a high-profile case with major implications for the country's solar industry, voting 4-0 to find that imports of low-cost solar panels are damaging domestic solar manufacturers.
Utility launches 100% RE program for big businesses
One of Michigan's largest utility's, Consumers Energy, on Sept. 22 announced a new program to help large businesses be powered 100% by renewable energy.
Overheard at Climate Week NYC: 'Why wouldn't you set a 100% renewable energy target?'
Energy and sustainability executives from Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan Chase, General Motors, RE100 and Edison Energy on Sept. 20 uniformly predicted a continued acceleration of corporations turning to renewable energy to power their operations.
Michigan manufacturer utilizes PACE to save $1.6M
Global manufacturer Heller Machine Tools is expected lower energy bills this year as a result of a recently deployed series of updates, including the replacement of more than 30 rooftop HVAC units at its U.S. headquarters in Troy, Mich.
Georgia Power offers renewables for C&I customers
As utilities continue to make moves to better serve their commercial and industrial customers, Southern Co. subsidiary Georgia Power on Sept. 19 announced a new program intended to help those customers meet their renewable energy goals.
Hurricane Harvey leaves mark on Gulf Coast energy
Aside from the devastating impact of Hurricane Harvey, the storm has also had an impact on the energy market. This column, presented by Constellation, explains why energy buyers should be thoughtful about their strategy and how to best protect their business from weather-related market volatility.
Las Vegas Sands marks 17% energy use reduction
Following the implementation of a series of energy efficiency upgrades through its properties, Las Vegas Sands Corp. has reduced its energy consumption by 17% in a five-year period.
HP, IKEA, Unilever among 1st EV100 members
Ten giant global corporations including HP Inc., IKEA Group and Unilever on Sept. 10 became the first to join a new campaign designed to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles and infrastructure.
New PPAs convert GM Ohio, Indiana facilities to wind
Advancing toward a 100% renewable energy goal for its global operations, General Motors Co. on Sept. 19 announced two new wind deals that will meet the electricity needs of all of its Ohio and Indiana manufacturing facilities.
Solar + storage: A gold opportunity in the Golden State
This guide, presented by REC Solar, explains how customers can lower their exposure to market risks and save money, both immediately and in the long term, by installing solar PV and energy storage together.
TD Bank issues 1st green bond in US dollars
TD Bank Group announced Sept. 12 that it closed on the issuance of a US$1 billion green bond, its first in U.S. dollars and one of the largest green bonds ever issued by a bank.
Community solar programs take shape in Illinois
Following the passage of the "Future Energy Jobs Act," through the Illinois state Legislature, utilities and regulators have begun work on the formation of community solar programs, according to Midwest Energy News.
Weekend reads: Trump may replace CPP; climate change and hurricanes; China's gas, diesel ban & more
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NYC pushes new mandate to cut GHG emissions
In announcing what is perhaps the most ambitious program of its kind in the country, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio on Sept. 14 said new mandates will force building owners to make sharp reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
Daimler trucks invests in Israeli battery startup
Daimler AG's trucks division announced Sept. 14 that it has invested in and formed a strategic partnership with battery company StoreDot Ltd. to work on a more holistic approach to fast vehicle charging.
2 new speakers join SED event at Climate Week NYC
Two new speakers have been added to the list of experts that will join Smart Energy Decisions on Sept. 20 in New York City to discuss its just-released study, "The State of Corporate Renewable Energy Sourcing."
Kimberly-Clark signs wind PPAs in Texas, Oklahoma
Kimberly-Clark Corp. on Sept. 14 announced its first major commitment to renewable energy with agreements to annually purchase about 245 MW of electricity from two new wind power projects in Texas and Oklahoma.
M&M's launches marketing campaign for wind
A week after parent company Mars outlined a bold new sustainability commitment, M&M's on Sept. 14 launched a new marketing campaign advocating the use of wind energy.
Report: Cost reduction most important driver of corporate interest in renewable energy
As an ever-expanding group of U.S. businesses commit to using more renewable energy to power their operations, a new study has found that for many companies, cost savings is the single most important reason for doing so.
The state of corporate renewable energy sourcing
The unique data and analysis found in the report is only available in the two editions of this exclusive Smart Energy Decisions research report.
Kellogg, DBS Bank and more join RE100
The Estée Lauder Companies, Kellogg Company, DBS Bank Ltd. and Clif Bar & Co. on Sept. 13 became the most recent companies to commit to using 100% renewable energy.
Anheuser-Busch signs PPA for Oklahoma wind
In a move that will support its parent company's commitment to 100% renewable energy, Anheuser-Busch announced Sept. 13 that it has signed a power purchase agreement for the electricity and renewable energy credits associated with an Oklahoma wind project.
