Energy Management Articles
Microsoft Carbon Removal: Observations from our Third Year
Microsoft presents its third Carbon Removal update to the lessons observed and learned through the company's efforts (alongside other companies) to establish a robust, worldwide carbon removal market.
Weekend Reads: Green Skills Gap; Offshore Wind Coming to Life
It’s the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:
Department of Energy Launches $1B Clean Hydrogen Initiative
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) released a Notice of Intent, including a Request for Information, to invest up to $1 billion in a demand-side initiative to support the Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs (H2Hubs).
Phillips 66 Advanced Energy Efficiency Initiatives
Phillips 66, a diversified energy producer, advanced energy-efficiency initiatives and building the “refinery of the future” through investments in renewable fuels production at the Rodeo Renewed refinery in California, which is currently under construction, and the Humber Refinery in the U.K.
California Winery, Pennsylvania Hotel Add EV Charging
Foxen Vineyard and Winery in Santa Maria, California will add two EV charging stations.
Hexion Achieves 15% Emission Reduction
Hexion achieved a 15% absolute reduction of Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions against its 2017 baseline.
Catch up with Smart Energy Voices Podcast
It's a great time to catch up with episodes of Smart Energy Voices, an SED podcast series featuring conversations with leaders of the energy transition. In each episode, SED digs deep with industry movers and shakers to reveal insights you can learn from in their stories, personalities, and visions for the future of clean energy.
Cambridge Adopts Building Emissions Regulations
The City of Cambridge in Massachusetts mandated non-residential buildings reduce their GHG emissions with a net-zero requirement by 2035 for large buildings (larger than 100,000 square feet) and 2050 for mid-size buildings (100,000 square feet or smaller).
SCE Signs PPA for BESS
Southern California Edison (SCE), an electric utility, announced that it entered into a 15-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the 126-megawatt Antelope Valley battery energy storage system (BESS ) facility in Kern County, California.
Berry Commits to Net-Zero Emissions by 2050
Berry Global Group, Inc. commits to achieving net-zero emissions across its global operations and value chain by 2050.
New York's Cayuga County Adds Solar Array
Cayuga County, New York added a 4.8-megawatt ground-mounted solar array as part of a community solar program.
Brookfield's Entire Office Portfolio to be Powered by Zero-Emissions Electricity
Brookfield Properties announced the entire U.S. office portfolio it manages will be powered by zero-emissions electricity by 2026.
Travelers Companies Lowers Emissions by 55%
The Travelers Companies, Inc. lowered its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 55% since 2011, reinforcing its commitment to become carbon neutral across its owned operations by 2030.
Public Storage Nearly Triples Solar Power
Public Storage announced the company nearly tripled its properties with solar power capability, with plans to reach over 1,000 properties by 2025.
Allina Health: Leadership in Climate Risk Vulnerability Assessments
Allina Health conducted a climate resilience assessment to ensure their buildings are prepared for the impacts of climate change. In this column from Better Buildings, learn how Allina Health used a climate risk vulnerability tool to understand climate change-related building and community infrastructure vulnerabilities and evaluate what percentage of its building portfolio is at risk for weather-related and public health disasters.
Santander USA Transitions to 100% Carbon Neutral Operations
Santander Holdings USA, Inc., a financial services company, transitioned to 100% carbon-neutral operations and announced $2 billion in renewable energy finance underwritten and participated in sustainability-linked transactions totaling $61.3 billion.
Weekend Reads: Addressing Scope 3+ for Decarbonization; Solar Power Proves Worth During Heat
It’s the long holiday weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:
Ferraro Group Increases RE to More Than 88% Globally
Ferrero Group unveiled it’s on track to achieve key sustainability targets, with 92% of its global electricity now sourced from renewables, which is up from 84% last year.
BorgWarner Speeds Up Mobility Electrification
BorgWarner, an automotive supplier, announced progress toward its net zero goal, with 23% of its electricity use coming from renewable sources, a significant increase from 3.5% in 2021. The company aims to support the low-carbon transition, expecting to generate approximately 35% of sales from eProducts in 2025 and 49% in 2027.
Cabot Corporation Reduces NOX Emissions, Exceeds Energy Ratio Target
The Cabot Corporation, a global specialty chemicals and performance materials company, achieved its goal to reduce nitrogen oxides (NOX) emissions intensity by 50% by investing in air pollution control technology and energy recovery systems.
DOE signs MOU to Accelerate Long-Duration Energy Storage
The U.S. Department of Energy along with its partners signed a Memorandum of Understanding to accelerate the commercialization of long-duration energy storage.
Scania Places First Green Steel Order
Commercial vehicle manufacturer Scania took a big step toward decarbonizing its supply chain by placing its first order for green steel.
Ascend Makes Its Plants More Energy Efficient
Ascend Performance Materials made significant progress on its sustainability strategy, including a 64% reduction in Scope 1 GHG emissions. It also increased its renewable energy use from 20% to 26%.
With NASA’s X-Plane, Net-Zero Aviation Takes Giant Leap Forward
NASA announced that its aircraft, produced through its Sustainable Flight Demonstrator project, has been designated as the X-66A by the U.S. Air Force. The X-66A is focused on helping the U.S. reach net-zero aviation GHG emissions, a goal articulated in the White House’s U.S. Aviation Climate Action Plan.
Applied Materials Reduces the Semiconductor Industry's Carbon Footprint
Applied Materials, a company specializing in materials engineering solutions, achieved significant carbon reductions through the use of 100% renewable electricity in the U.S. and 69% globally, which resulted in a 3% reduction from its 2019 baseline in the company’s Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
Twelve to Begin Commercial-Scale Production of E-Jet Fuel
Chemical company Twelve will scale the production of E-Jet fuel, a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) made from CO2 and renewable energy, with a commercial-scale production facility in Moses Lake, Washington.
Navistar Submits SBTi Targets for Validation
Navistar, which operates as the owner of International-branded trucks and diesel engines, plans to submit its science-based targets for validation by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Con Edison to Activate Large Battery System in NYC
Con Edison will activate the largest battery system in New York City, bringing more reliable power to Staten Island in time for the summer’s heat season, according to the company’s president. The system is located in the Fox Hills area, and can generate 7.5 megawatts, equating to four hours of electricity.
MSC Cruises Signs LNG Agreement to Support Net-Zero Cruising
The Cruise Division of MSC Group, MSC Cruises, has signed a long-term agreement to secure liquefied natural gas (LNG) for its new flagship, MSC Euribia, as well as the supply of synthetic e-LNG made with renewable energy. This will help the company achieve its strategy of net-zero GHG emissions from its marine operations by 2050.
Port of Oakland to Use Geothermal Energy
The Port of Oakland's Board of Port Commissioners in California agreed to purchase up to $13.5 million worth of geothermal energy over 12 years.
