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Happy Thanksgiving!

November 23, 2023

Happy Thanksgiving! We'll be back with news on November 27.

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Keysight Technologies' Emission Goals Approved by SBTi

November 22, 2023

Keysight Technologies, Inc. announced that its near-term science-based targets (SBTs) were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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New Cities Added to CDP's 'A List'

November 22, 2023

The CDP’s 2023 ‘A List’ includes 119 global cities, based on their actions in environmental action and transparency.

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Keywords: CDP

University of Wyoming Chosen for CarbonSAFE Project

November 22, 2023

The University of Wyoming School of Energy Resources (SER) was chosen by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to lead a fourth major carbon capture and storage project.

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Intel's Climate Transition Action Plan

November 22, 2023

Intel Corporation has released its Climate Transition Action Plan, which provides a roadmap for achieving its goals, which include net-zero Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions across global operations by 2040 and net-zero upstream Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2050.

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Keywords: Intel Corporation

Starbucks to Establish New EPCI Board Committee

November 22, 2023

Starbucks Coffee Company announced its board of directors intends to establish a new Environmental, Partner and Community Impact (EPCI) board committee as part of its governance approach.

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Keywords: Starbucks

US Steel Explores Expansion of Low-Carbon Products

November 21, 2023

United States Steel Corporation could lower its emissions by expanding its low-carbon and specialized products.

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Keywords: U.S. Steel

Waters Lowers Emissions by 5%

November 21, 2023

Waters, a global provider of analytical instruments and software, announced a 5% decrease in year-over-year Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions.

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Keywords: Waters

Envista Reduces Emissions by 20%

November 21, 2023

Envista Holdings Corporation announced a reduction in its GHG emissions (Scope 1 and 2) of 20% on an absolute basis and 22% on an intensity basis.

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Keywords: Envista

Silicon Valley Power Adds BESS

November 21, 2023

Electric municipal utility Silicon Valley Power (SVP) will add a battery energy storage system (BESS) of up to 50 megawatts (MW) to enable additional local area capacity for electrical system reliability and flexibility.

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Toyota, SDG&E Collaborate on V2G Research

November 20, 2023

Toyota Motor North America (Toyota) entered into a collaboration for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) research for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) using a Toyota bZ4X.

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Fountain, Colorado Now Offsets 100% Municipal Electrical Use

November 20, 2023

The City of Fountain, Colorado added a solar array project which now allows the city to offset 100% of the electricity used to power municipal facilities and streetlights.

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Virginia State University Enters Into Battery Partnership

November 20, 2023

Virginia State University (VSU) and Dominion Energy Virginia entered into a partnership to develop a battery storage project that would provide backup power to VSU's Multi-Purpose Center (MPC).

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IFCO Lowers Emissions by 12%

November 20, 2023

IFCO, a provider of reusable packaging containers (RPCs) for fresh products, achieved a 12% reduction in overall Scope 3 emissions.

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Keywords: IFCO

2023 Better Buildings Progress Report

November 20, 2023

Each year, DOE releases an annual report with key findings, updates, and metrics from the Better Buildings Initiative. Year over year, Better Climate Challenge and Better Buildings Challenge partners are pursuing ambitious GHG, energy, water, and waste reduction goals, and sharing their proven solutions with the marketplace.

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Weekend Reads: Storing Carbon for 1,000 Years; A Regional Guide to Climate Change

November 18, 2023

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

SHL Medical Receives Approval From SBTi

November 17, 2023

SHL Medical, a provider of advanced drug delivery solutions, received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for the company's near-term emissions targets.

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Keywords: SHL Medical

EU Commission Approves First EU Law to Curb Methane Emissions

November 17, 2023

The EU Commission has approved the provisional agreement reached between the European Parliament and Council on a new EU Regulation to lower energy sector methane emissions in Europe and in global supply chains.

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WISE Award Nominations Due Today

November 17, 2023

It's your last chance to submit a nomination for Smart Energy Decisions’ third annual WISE Awards to celebrate Women in Smart Energy. Help us shine a light on the significant and influential achievements of women in energy and sustainability from commercial, industrial, institutional and government organizations.

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Keywords: 2024 WISE Awards

Ceres Report: US Carbon Emissions Fell Slightly in 2022

November 17, 2023

The U.S. power sector recorded a marginal reduction of less than 1% in carbon emissions in 2022, according to an analysis of air emissions for the country's top 100 power producers.

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Keywords: Ceres, Constellation

DOE Allocates $3.5 Billion for Battery Manufacturing

November 17, 2023

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced up to $3.5 billion from the Infrastructure Law to boost domestic production of advanced batteries and battery materials throughout the country.

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Kellanova to Set SBTi Goals

November 16, 2023

Kellanova, the global snacks company, is reaffirming its commitment to advancing sustainable and equitable access to food, building on commitments established previously by Kellogg Company.

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Keywords: Kellanova

CalPERS Establishes $100 Billion Net Zero Pledge

November 16, 2023

CalPERS announced a change to its sustainable investing strategy to accelerate moving the pension fund’s portfolio toward net zero where carbon emissions from investments are evenly balanced with carbon reductions.

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Keywords: CalPERS

Tractor Supply Commits to Setting SBTi Goals

November 16, 2023

Tractor Supply Company, a rural lifestyle retailer, announced its commitment to setting science-based targets to reduce carbon emissions in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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Keywords: Tractor Supply

WestRock Signs Two VPPAs

November 16, 2023

WestRock, a sustainable fiber-based paper and packaging solutions company, announced it entered into two virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs).

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The State of Decarbonization: A Closer Look at the Government Sector

November 15, 2023

In this special addendum to Smart Energy Decisions' State of Decarbonization Report, A Closer Look at the Government Sector, we dive deeper into survey results from representatives of government institutions, including cities and municipalities.

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San Antonio to Add Solar at 42 City Facilities

November 15, 2023

The San Antonio City Council approved a $30 million onsite solar project that will install rooftop, parking, and park canopy solar photovoltaic (PV) systems at 42 city facilities.

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Quad/Graphics Improves Emissions by 45%

November 15, 2023

Quad/Graphics, Inc. announced that in 2022, Quad Packaging improved its carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions per one million pieces printed by 45%.

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Keywords: Inc., Quad/Graphics

DOE to Provide $44 Million for Clean Energy Technologies

November 15, 2023

The U.S. Department of Energy is seeking applications for the Fiscal Year 2024 Core Laboratory Infrastructure for Market Readiness Lab Call.

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NYSERDA Allocates $29 Million for Projects to Lower Emissions

November 15, 2023

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced that over $29 million was awarded through Round XIII of the Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) Initiative to 15 projects.

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Keywords: nyserda

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