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Votorantim Cimentos Purchases 100 MW of Solar

January 18, 2024

Votorantim Cimentos, a construction materials and sustainable solutions company, signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to purchase 100 MW of solar energy over the course of the next 15 years. 

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2024 Report: The State of Corporate Sustainability

January 17, 2024

The 2024 State of Corporate Sustainability Report serves as a reflection of the biggest trends, drivers, and challenges facing energy, facility, and sustainability teams. This year's data regarding the current state of sustainability reporting and energy management reflects the experience and insight of 240+ industry professionals working at respected organizations in multiple sectors. Explore the results of this research, the fifth collaboration between Atrius®, part of Acuity Brands, and Smart Energy Decisions.

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Keywords: Atrius

World Economic Forum: Retrofitting Buildings Could Lower Energy Intensity by 40%

January 17, 2024

Retrofitting existing buildings could lower their energy intensity by nearly 40%, according to the World Economic Forum’s Transforming Energy Demand report.

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DePue, Illinois Adds Solar Farm

January 17, 2024

A 26.3 megawatt (MW DC) 20 MW AC solar farm in DePue, Illinois was completed.

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Keywords: Illinois,  DePue

AstraZeneca, Lonza, Novartis, Novo Nordisk, Roche Sign RE Agreement

January 17, 2024

AstraZeneca, Lonza, Novartis, Novo Nordisk and Roche signed a three-year renewable energy supply agreement for 200 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of green power annually, starting in 2024.

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Oregon, Washington School Districts Receive EPA Grants for Buses

January 17, 2024

The Environmental Protection Agency announced that Washington and Oregon will switch from diesel-powered buses and receive $51,148,500 for the purchase of 144 clean school buses.

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LA School District Adds Electric Buses to Fleet

January 16, 2024

Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) ordered 180 electric zero-emission school buses to assist the school district in transitioning to 100% electric student transportation.

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KIRCHHOFF Automotive to Deploy Green Steel

January 16, 2024

KIRCHHOFF Automotive, a global automotive supplier, signed a seven-year agreement for the delivery of near zero emissions steel from Boden.

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Whirlpool Corporation Installs RE at Ohio Plants

January 16, 2024

Whirlpool Corporation announced that the company entered into agreements to add solar and wind power at its Findlay and Clyde, Ohio operations.

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New York State Receives Federal Funding for EV Charging

January 16, 2024

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York state received $15 million in federal funding to build out electric vehicle charging.

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Weekend Reads: West Virginia Makes the Solar Switch; US Emissions Reductions Fall Short of Goals

January 13, 2024

It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:

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Keywords: Weekend reads

Smart Energy Voices Podcast Episode 94: Balancing Profitability and Sustainability at IKEA

January 12, 2024

At Smart Energy Decisions’ 2023 Net Zero Forum/Fall, Adrian Avino, Engineering Construction Manager for IKEA Property, North America Real Estate/US, gave an overview of how IKEA plans to meet its sustainability goals. Adrian shares IKEA’s holistic approach including the company’s strategy to use renewable heating and cooling for projects across its North American portfolio.

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Keywords: IKEA

BMW's Munich Plant Converts to EV Only for 2027

January 12, 2024

Starting in 2026, BMW Group’s Munich plant will manufacture the Neue Klasse sedan, followed by the production of all-electric models only the following year.

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Keywords: BMW

Rayonier Sets Decarbonization Strategy

January 12, 2024

Rayonier Inc. announced its commitment to The Climate Pledge and plans to implement various decarbonization strategies.

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Keywords: Rayonier

DOE Sees Progress in Launching Hydrogen Projects

January 12, 2024

The Department of Energy (DOE) announced that 2023 was a big year for clean hydrogen, as the Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs prepare to begin hydrogen demonstration projects, while other partnerships were created and investments were made in the sector.

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Barclays Creates Energy Transition Group to Support Clients

January 12, 2024

Barclays, a global bank, announced it is establishing a new energy transition group within its corporate and investment bank and will provide strategic advice to clients as they explore potential energy transition opportunities.

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Keywords: Barclays

Electrolux Group Sets Second Emissions Goal

January 11, 2024

Electrolux Group, a global appliance company, announced that it set a new science-based climate target to lower GHG emissions in products and operations in support of the Paris climate agreement. 

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Keywords: Electrolux Group

White House Allocates $623 Million in EV Charging Grants

January 11, 2024

The Biden-Harris Administration announced $623 million in grants to build out an electric vehicle (EV) charging network across the U.S.

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Toyota Extends Free EV Charging

January 11, 2024

Toyota Motor North America, Inc. will extend its one year of complimentary fast charging to drivers who purchase or lease a new 2024 bZ4x.

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Keywords: EVgo, toyota

City of Long Beach Adds RNG Trucks

January 11, 2024

The City of Long Beach, California signed a new two-year multimillion-dollar contract to deliver new Super Duty Ford Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) trucks.

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Vancouver International Airport to Lower Emissions, Improve Efficiency

January 10, 2024

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) plans to invest $135 million over 10 years to become net zero by 2030.

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2024 WISE Awards Announced by Smart Energy Decisions

January 10, 2024

Smart Energy Decisions (SED) is proud to announce the winners of its third-annual WISE (Women in Smart Energy) Awards.

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Keywords: WISE Awards

DHL Supply Chain to Double Electric Truck Fleet

January 10, 2024

DHL Supply Chain, a part of DHL Group, plans to double their current electric yard truck fleet, ultimately deploying 100 Orange EV emission-free trucks.

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Caterpillar Electrifies Trucks

January 10, 2024

Caterpillar Inc. announced it has signed an electrification strategic agreement.

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Keywords: Caterpillar, CRH

Oakland Unified School District Adds Electric School Buses

January 9, 2024

The Oakland Unified School District will add several electric school buses to its fleet.

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Atkore Sets Emission Reduction Goals

January 9, 2024

Atkore, a manufacturer of electrical and critical infrastructure products for commercial, industrial, data center, telecommunications, water and solar applications, set emission reduction targets at larger manufacturing sites.

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Keywords: Atkore

Celanese Starts Carbon Capture Operations in Texas

January 9, 2024

Celanese Corporation, a global specialty materials and chemical company, announced it began running a carbon capture and utilization (CCU) project at its Clear Lake, Texas plant as part of its Fairway Methanol joint venture with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. 

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Keywords: Celanese

Duckhorn Portfolio Expands Emissions Reporting, Adopts Solar

January 9, 2024

The Duckhorn Portfolio, Inc. a wine company, expanded its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reporting to include its Washington State operations.

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Integrated Solutions to Help You Decarbonize Your Business

January 8, 2024

Shell Energy knows that a holistic approach is required to face the multifaceted challenges presented by the energy transition – one that takes into consideration each business’ unique circumstances, no matter its size or scope.

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Keywords: Shell Energy

DOE Funds EV Infrastructure Projects

January 8, 2024

The Department of Energy (DOE) announced the selection of 16 projects totaling $32.5 million to advance technology integration in areas that will help achieve net-zero GHG emissions in the transportation sector.

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