Energy Management Articles
Chicago to run buildings on 100% renewable energy
The city of Chicago has pledged to run 900 of its buildings on 100% renewable energy by 2025, according to an April 9 announcement from Mayor Rahm Emanuel.
States file to oppose Trump's halt of Clean Power Plan
A coalition of U.S. states and localities has formally filed opposition to the Trump administration's request to delay court proceedings regarding the U.S. EPA's Clean Power Plan.
Proactively managing risks to accomplish your long-term energy goals using renewable PPAs
This white paper, presented by Renewable Choice Energy, outlines how long-term renewable energy contracts, if correctly executed, can help commercial and industrial organizations mitigate risks within their businesses.
GM, Merck, Sears among more than 40 C&I names recognized by Energy Star for sustained excellence
More than 140 business and organizations were recognized by the U.S. EPA and DOE on April 6 for their commitment to saving energy, money and protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency achievements.
Toyota ups size of onsite solar at North American HQ
Construction has begun on a 8.79 MW behind-the-meter solar installation at Toyota Motor North America's new headquarters in Plano, Texas, which the automaker plans to occupy this year.
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Summit Hotel Properties selects energy partner
Summit Hotel Properties has partnered up to deploy a comprehensive energy management strategy that aims to reduce utility costs across its portfolio of 82 U.S. hotels.
SED to host 1st Renewable Energy Sourcing Forum
In response to growing interest in renewable energy among corporate and institutional energy buyers, Smart Energy Decisions has announced the launch of an innovative new event.
Amazon invests in fuel cell biz to boost efficiency
In a move aimed at increasing the energy efficiency of its fulfillment centers, Amazon.com Inc. struck an agreement with fuel cell manufacturer Plug Power Inc.
Visiting Amazon, Kasich blasts Ohio House vote to change renewable energy, efficiency standards
The increasingly powerful impact that large commercial and industrial companies are beginning to have on energy policy, at least at the state level, was made evident April 3 in Ohio.
3Degrees scoops Fortune 500 climate advisory firm
Further evidence of consolidation among energy services companies that cater to commercial and industrial energy buyers, climate advisory firm 3Degrees on April 6 announced its acquisition of Origin Climate.
Ohio businesses band together against energy bill
Amid debate within the Ohio Legislature over a new bill aimed at rolling back renewable energy and energy efficiency standards, a group of major businesses and investors have called on lawmakers to vote against the bill.
Nebraska utility revs up wind supply for Facebook
In celebrating the start of construction of its newest data center in Nebraska, Facebook cited a deal for wind energy from Omaha Public Power District as a key factor in its decision to locate there.
7-Eleven to power 425 stores with wind energy
About a year after 7-Eleven outlined steps to reduce its environmental footprint, the convenience store giant announced a big leap forward.
Massachusetts health care system enters 2nd phase of 10-year energy performance contract
UMass Memorial is expected to save almost 2 million kilowatt hours of electric energy in the project's first year, and over the course of the 10-year contract, it is anticipated to generate $5 million in energy savings and operational cost savings.
Iron Mountain data centers now 100% wind powered
Storage and information management services company Iron Mountain has a new selling point for its data center customers: The business is now 100% powered by renewable energy.
Verizon targets 48 MW of green power by 2025
Already a leader in energy efficiency and smart store design, Verizon has also ventured into using "green energy" as it works toward meeting broader sustainability goals.
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RIC enters $5M energy savings performance contract
Rhode Island College's energy infrastructure is getting a makeover that is expected to result in savings of more than 340,000 per year for the next 15 years, according to a recent news release.
Vermont passes energy efficiency 'backup' bill
Lawmakers in Vermont have passed a bill aimed at preserving energy efficiency standards, the Vermont Digger reported March 24.
LED lighting rollout to save GM $2.3M per year
General Motors Co. is expecting to achieve energy savings of about $2.3 million a year going forward following the installation of more than 45,000 LED lighting fixtures across 32 of its global facilities.
IKEA completes 2nd Ohio rooftop solar project
IKEA has completed its previously announced solar panel installation atop its future Columbus, Ohio, store opening Summer 2017, making it one of the largest nonutility solar owners in the state.
AB InBev commits to 100% renewables, inks 1st PPA
The world's largest brewer, Anheuser-Busch InBev, on March 28 announced a 100% renewable energy goal for the company's global operations, which represent nearly 6 terawatt-hours of electricity a year.
Collectively, we have the power to influence change
One key takeaway from the Smart Energy Decisions Innovation Summit is this: If harnessed, the collective power of commercial and industrial energy management executives has tremendous potential to influence the future of the U.S. energy landscape.
Insurance group takes on solar, retrocommissioning
The country's 13th largest property/casualty insurance group, American Family Insurance, recently announced plans to install rooftop solar panels at its headquarters in Madison, Wisc., along with a series of companywide energy efficiency initiatives.
Trump signs executive order to roll back climate protections, vows to end 'war on coal'
Following weeks of speculation regarding President Donald Trump's plans for an executive order aimed at unwinding Obama's climate regulations, the president made it official March 28 alongside a group of coal miners at the U.S. EPA.
Nonprofit replaces HVAC with solar, ice storage
Following the failure of its air conditioning systems in 2015, the Palm Springs Cultural Center has replaced its dated HVAC system with a brand new type of energy solution that utilizes solar and ice battery storage.
Air purifying billboards point to Toyota's hydrogen car
Toyota on March 23 announced the launch of an air purifying advertising campaign for its hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, the Toyota Mirai.
25 US cities have 100% renewables targets
With recent additions following city council votes March 21 in Madison, Wisc., and Abita Springs, La., there are now 25 U.S. cities that have committed to running on 100% renewable energy, according to a statement from The Sierra Club.
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