Energy Management Articles
Kalmar Sets Emission Reduction Goals
Kalmar — a company that offers heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centers, manufacturing and heavy logistics — set near- and long-term emission reduction targets.
Rogers Net Zero Targets Approved by SBTi
Rogers, a Canadian communications and entertainment company, announced its net zero GHG emissions targets were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Peloton to Submit Goals to SBTi in 2025
Exercise equipment manufacturer Peloton is on track to submit its emissions-reduction targets to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) by the end of 2025.
Coty Achieves Emission Targets
Cosmetics and perfume manufacturer Coty surpassed Scope 1 and 2 emissions reduction targets and achieved a significant 65% reduction in Scope 3 air freight emissions.
Samsonite Commits to Maintain 100% RE
Samsonite International S.A. announced an ambitious near-term science-based climate target in alignment with the criteria of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Renewables 2024 - Analysis and Forecast to 2030
The 2024 edition of the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) annual Renewables market report provides forecasts for deploying renewable energy technologies in electricity, transport and heat to 2030, while also exploring key challenges facing the industry and identifying barriers preventing faster growth.
Introducing Plugged In: Exploring Energy
Plugged In: Exploring Energy is a sixteen-episode podcast series by Constellation and Smart Energy Decisions, featuring conversations with energy experts and businesses who are leading the way in clean energy and sustainability. Beginning November 8 as part of the Smart Energy Voices podcast, this miniseries is hosted by Chuck Hanna, Constellation Vice President of Solutions and National Accounts. It aims to create awareness and visibility into energy challenges and opportunities, highlighting how customers can navigate these areas to achieve their energy and sustainability goals.
Vantiva's Goals Approved by SBTi
Vantiva, a global technology company enabling Network Service Providers (NSPs) to connect consumers, announced the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) verified its net zero by 2050 science-based target.
Lumentum Submits Targets to SBTi
Lumentum Holdings Inc., a designer and manufacturer of optical and photonic products, expanded its commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions by submitting targets to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
RYAM Remains on Track for 2030 Goals
Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. announced the company is on track to meet its 2030 goal of reducing combined Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 40% from its 2020 baseline. Leveraging sustainable products and circular processes, RYAM sourced nearly 78% of the energy consumed in its global operations from renewable resources.
Weekend Reads: Candidates Avoid Clean Energy; Costco (Cautiously) Adds EV Charging
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Ecolab’s Targets Approved by SBTi
Ecolab Inc., a global sustainability company offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services, announced that its climate targets were approved by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
THOR Industries Receives SBTi Approval
Recreational vehicle (RV) manufacturer THOR Industries, Inc. received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) that confirmed the company’s Scope 1 and Scope 2 short-term targets and Scope 1, 2 and 3 long-term targets are aligned with reaching net zero by 2050 or sooner.
Lehigh University Adds On-Campus Solar Array
Lehigh University’s Goodman Campus in Pennsylvania will add a solar array to help it achieve net carbon neutrality by 2040.
Rio Tinto Transitions to RD at Kennecott
Rio Tinto completed the transition from conventional to renewable diesel for all heavy mining equipment at its Kennecott copper mine in Utah.
Verizon Adds Solar in Arizona
Verizon Communications signed a long-term power purchase agreement for the White Wing Ranch solar project in Yuma County, Arizona.
Bacardi, Carlsberg Join Group to Boost RE Adoption
Bacardi, Carlsberg and eight other beverage companies joined a new industry-wide consortium called REfresh Alliance, which is designed to help accelerate renewable energy adoption.
County Connection Deploys ZEV Fleet
County Connection received $15.9 million from the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) to fund the Solar Supported Zero Emission Vehicle Fleet and Service Modernization Project.
Our Table Cooperative Farm Adds Solar
The Our Table Cooperative Farm in Sherwood, Oregon, will add a solar array that will help the farm grow its crops.
Roseburg Urban Sanitary Authority Adds Solar
Roseburg Urban Sanitary Authority (RUSA) announced a program to add several solar installations.
2024 Net Zero Forum Wrap-Up
As Smart Energy Decisions looks ahead to its 2025 events, let’s look back at our final event of 2024, Net Zero Forum Fall, held in September at the Westin Westminster in Colorado.
Hinojosa Packaging Goals Validated by SBTi
Hinojosa Packaging Group's climate action targets, aimed at reducing emissions and achieving the Net-Zero Standard by 2050, received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Sweco’s Targets Approved by SBTi
Sweco, a European architecture and engineering consultancy, received validation and approval of its near-term emissions reduction targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Nexans Receives SBTi Validation
Nexans announced that the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved its net-zero commitment.
Panasonic's Net Zero Goals Approved by SBTi
Panasonic Holdings Corporation (Panasonic HD) announced that the Science Based Targets initiative verified the company’s GHG 2050 reduction target as a “Net-Zero Science-Based Target.”
Furno Materials Receives DOE Grant
Furno Materials announced the company was selected to receive a $20 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC).
EPA’s Clean Ports Program Funds 55 Zero-Emission Projects
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the selection of 55 applicants across 27 states and territories to receive nearly $3 billion through EPA’s Clean Ports Program.
Clearwater Paper Develops Emissions Roadmap
Clearwater Paper Corporation, a supplier of paperboard and private brand tissue, developed a roadmap for the company to meet its 2030 Scope 1 and 2 emissions targets, which have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Estée Lauder Adds Solar, LEED Locations
The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC), a cosmetics and skincare company, announced it added LEED-certified locations and solar installations.
Bristol City to Decarbonize With Low Carbon Infrastructure
The Bristol City Leap (BCL) project will decarbonize the U.K. city with EV charging, building management systems, and solar and heat pump systems.
