Energy Management Articles
Toyota leads new clean energy revenue rankings
In an inaugural "Carbon Clean 200" list, two corporate sustainability advocacy organizations have ranked global public companies according to total revenue generated from clean energy.
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Kilroy Realty nabs 2 new LEED certifications
Real estate investment trust Kilroy Realty continues to push forward on sustainability.
New technology could slash industrial energy use
Scientists from ExxonMobil and the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a new technology that could significantly reduce the amount of energy and emissions associated with manufacturing plastics.
New Mexico OKs solar deal for Facebook data center
Regulators in New Mexico on Aug. 17 approved a string of special renewable energy deals for a proposed Facebook data center in a move intended to sway the company to do business in the state.
PACE helps Harley-Davidson dealer go solar
Utilizing Connecticut Green Bank's Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy, or PACE, financing program, a popular Harley-Davidson dealership will soon be offsetting 100% of its electrical energy needs with solar.
Apple marks 1st big step in greening supply chain
One of Apple Inc.'s major suppliers has agreed to power all of its Apple-related operations with 100% renewable energy, the California tech company announced Aug. 17.
Boeing's energy strategy takes flight, cuts usage 4.3%
The Boeing Company, famous for its state-of-the-art airplanes used by armed forces and celebrities alike, is making strides in a new area of expertise: Energy efficiency.
Iron Mountain crushes 2015 corporate energy goals
The storage and information management services company slashed energy use 12% while increasing its use of renewable energy sixfold in 2015, according to its new corporate responsibility report, which also details its successes in utilizing solar.
DOE, India announce $30M smart grid, storage research fund
The U.S. Department of Energy on Aug. 10 announced it has partnered with India in a $30 million investment to support joint research on smart grid and energy storage.
Ireland Oks Apple plans for wind-fueled data center
Apple's initial plans for a new, wind-powered data center in Ireland were recently greenlighted by the country's national planners.
Eastman sees setbacks on path to 2020 energy goals
Eastman Chemical Co. has improved its energy intensity 8% compared to its 2008 baseline, but still has a tough road to haul toward its 2020 target.
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Report: Policy can advance C&I use of renewables
While the number of U.S. corporations pursuing clean energy to power their businesses has grown dramatically in recent years, regulation has emerged as a tough barrier to further progress in the commercial and industrial market for renewable energy.
Arby's, Legrand, Volvo talk efficiency in video series
Watch representatives from Arby's, Connecticut Green Bank, Legrand and Volvo pitch their energy efficiency goals in this new video series from the U.S. DOE's Better Buildings Challenge.
Executives from Celanese, GM, Whole Foods join Smart Energy Decisions advisory board
Three new Smart Energy Decisions advisory board members join the eight original members in helping to identify, define and advance industry best practices in energy efficiency and renewable energy sourcing.
KKR launches award program for eco initiatives
Global investment firm KKR will recognize environmental projects, including energy use reduction initiatives, from participating portfolio companies across asset classes including private equity, special situations, real estate and infrastructure.
Real estate firm targets efficiency with pilot program
Hawaii's fourth-largest landowner, real estate company A&B Properties, has embarked on a two-month pilot program to identify energy efficiency initiatives for its commercial assets in the state.
GM installs 850 kW solar array at Corvette site
GM says the project reinforces the message that renewable energy is a sustainable and affordable choice for manufacturing.
Norfolk Southern reports energy, emissions reductions
Transportation giant Norfolk Southern on Aug. 9 outlined a series of accomplishments aimed at increasing energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including lighting upgrades expected to deliver $2.1M in annual savings.
Massachusetts law will increase use of wind, hydro
A new Massachusetts law, signed by Republican Gov. Charlie Baker on Aug. 8, calls for an increase in the amount of renewable energy, especially wind and hydro, used in the state.
Ford slashes energy use with new production line
Ford Motor Co. has rolled out a new production line for its Ford EcoBlue diesel engine that is expected to cut energy use by 50% and is powered by wind.
GE unveils energy savvy design, 'solar veil' for new HQ
General Electric recently released detailed plans for its new global headquarters campus in Boston that includes a massive photovoltaic "solar veil."
Toyota North America cuts energy intensity 5%
Toyota's North American manufacturing division has achieved cost savings of more than $640 million since 2002 through its management strategy.
Frito-Lay racks up green miles with CNG vehicles
PepsiCo's Frito-Lay unit has logged more than 100 million miles in the U.S. with trucks powered by compressed natural gas.
Westfield teams up on rooftop solar project at LA shopping center
Alta Energy is partnering with Westfield Corp. to develop a solar energy system for the retail builder's new project in Los Angeles.
FERC greenlights Apple Energy power sales
Apple Inc.'s Apple Energy unit received FERC approval to sell excess renewable energy generation at market rates.
Long-term PPAs, renewable energy not an easy mix
Wedding long-term power-purchase agreements with renewable energy is not an easy task, MP2 Energy director Clare Magee reported for Greentech Media.
Clean Power Plan could mean big savings for California commercial properties
Commercial properties in California could cut their electric utility costs on average by nearly 8% by 2030 under President Obama's Clean Power Plan.
Caesars Entertainment pushes efficiency targets
Caesars Entertainment Corp. is targeting a 30% reduction in emissions by 2020.
