Energy Management Articles
Weekend Reads: Fusion and Geothermal Breakthroughs; Redefining Energy Communities
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
DOE Provides $1.2 Billion for Direct Air Capture Demonstrations in Texas, Louisiana
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced up to $1.2 billion to advance the development of two commercial-scale direct air capture facilities in Texas and Louisiana.
Schneider Adds Battery EVs to California Fleet
Schneider National, a multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services, announced the carrier is now running two Lonestar Specialty Vehicles battery electric terminal tractors.
Port of San Diego Launches All-Electric Tugboat Charging Station
The Port of San Diego broke ground for the shoreside charging station designed to provide clean energy for the company’s forthcoming zero-emissions tugboat, eWolf.
ComEd Accelerates Adoption of EVs in Illinois
ComEd partnered with regional and municipal leaders to unveil its latest programs designed to accelerate the adoption of electrified technologies, including electric vehicles (EVs) in northern Illinois.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast - Episode 86: Developing an Innovative Clean Energy Financing Tool
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host Debra Chanil is joined by Abby Johnson, President of both Abacus Property Solutions and the Virginia PACE Authority. She is a winner of the 2023 WISE (Women in Smart Energy) Award in the category of Industry Veteran. Abby will discuss the PACE model financing that allows private building owners to use public capital.
Cook County, Illinois Signs Solar PPA
Cook County announced its first power purchase agreement for renewable energy for the municipality’s buildings.
J.B. Hunt Lowers Emissions With Biogenic Fuels
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. will focus on three key areas to reach its emission-reduction target that was announced in 2022.
California to Develop Hydrogen Strategy
California Governor Gavin Newsom directed the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) to develop California's Hydrogen Market Development Strategy to increase its hydrogen market.
Rio Tinto to Build Solar in Canada
Rio Tinto’s Diavik Diamond Mine will construct a large solar power plant in Canada, including over 6,600 solar panels that will generate approximately 4,200 MWh of electricity annually for the mine.
Ascent Resources Reduces Emissions by 15%
Ascent Resources, LLC announced it lowered Scope 1 GHG emissions intensity by 15% compared to 2021 and more than 33% since 2020.
Philly Streetlight Improvement Project Kicks Off
The Philadelphia Energy Authority (PEA) announced the kickoff of construction for the Philly Streetlight Improvement Project.
Arcadia Tracks Emissions in First Report
Arcadia, a technology company connecting the clean energy future, announced its emissions for the first time,which totaled 43 tCO2e for Scope 1, 322 tCO2e for Scope 2, and 8,462 tCO2e for Scope 3.
Guide to Corporate Sustainability: How to Get Started
For companies just starting out on the path to sustainability, the journey can seem complex and intimidating. However, by understanding and working toward sustainability goals, you can meet evolving customer expectations and make tangible progress toward combatting climate change. This guide from Constellation provides a comprehensive look at how to get started on the path to a more sustainable future, from understanding the three scopes of emissions to how to combine emissions reduction tactics to build your sustainability plan.
Civitas Resources Sets 2027 Goals
Civitas Resources developed a new commitment to reduce its Scope 1 GHG emissions by 50% by 2027 against a 2021 baseline.
IGT Receives Validation From SBTi
International Game Technology PLC announced that its near- and long-term science-based targets were validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Solaris Bus & Coach Buys Hydrogen Fuel Cell Engines
Solaris Bus & Coach, a European bus manufacturer that is deploying hydrogen-powered buses across the continent, purchased 96 hydrogen fuel cell engines.
Rivian Partners in Kentucky Solar Project
Rivian Automotive entered into a partnership to develop a new solar energy center.
TreeHouse Foods Sets 2030 Goals
TreeHouse Foods, Inc., a private label food and beverage manufacturer in North America, announced its 2030 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals, which include lowering Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 25% by 2030.
Littelfuse Lowers Emissions by 22%
Littelfuse, Inc., a diversified, industrial technology manufacturing company, announced a 22% decrease in Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity and a 12% decrease in overall energy intensity, as well as a broadening of its Scope 3 disclosure.
Impactful Networking Opportunities at Net Zero Forum Fall
Energy customers and suppliers will join together for two days of keynote presentations, spotlight sessions, productive 1:1 meetings, and small-group networking at Smart Energy Decisions’ Net Zero Forum Fall (#NZF23Fall), set for September 19-20, 2023, at the Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort in Phoenix, Arizona.
Hyatt Hotels Adopts 100% Renewable Energy
U.S. hotels owned by Hyatt Hotels adopted 100% renewable electricity through Green-e Energy Certified renewable energy certificates that match their electricity use.
Nikola Hydrogen Fuel Cell EV Demand Rises
Nikola Corporation, a global company specializing in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, announced via the HYLA brand it surpassed 200 sales orders for the Class 8 Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles.
Weekend Reads: Audubon Speaks Out for Electric Transmission; Case for CO2 Pipelines
It’s the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Cariloop Receives Climate Neutral Certification
Cariloop, a comprehensive caregiver support platform that combines cloud-based tools and personalized coaching services, announced it is officially Climate Neutral Certified.
Ford Trucks Signs LOI for Fuel Cell System
Ford Trucks signed a letter of intent (LOI) to receive a fuel cell system as part of the development of a hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicle prototype.
Murphy Oil Lowers Emissions by 25%, Methane Intensity by 34%
Murphy Oil Corporation announced that it lowered GHG emissions intensity by 25%, reduced methane intensity by 34% and reduced flaring intensity by 60% from 2019 to 2022.
All Nippon Airways Purchases Carbon Dioxide Removal
All Nippon Airways (ANA), a Japanese airline, announced a CDR credit purchase agreement.
Walmart and Rubi Laboratories Breathe Fresh Air into Sustainable Fashion
What if we could make affordable clothing from carbon emissions? In this column, Walmart's Andrea Albright explores a first-of-its-kind collaboration aimed at capturing carbon emissions from manufacturers and facilities in the Walmart supply chain and converting them into a garment prototype – with zero waste.
Boston Bans Fossil Fuels in New City-Owned Buildings
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu signed an executive order(EO) eliminating the use of fossil fuels in new construction and major renovations of city buildings.
