Energy Management Articles
Weekend Reads: West Virginia Makes the Solar Switch; US Emissions Reductions Fall Short of Goals
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:
Barclays Creates Energy Transition Group to Support Clients
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.
Rayonier Sets Decarbonization Strategy
Rayonier Inc. announced its commitment to The Climate Pledge and plans to implement various decarbonization strategies.
DOE Sees Progress in Launching Hydrogen Projects
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.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast Episode 94: Balancing Profitability and Sustainability at IKEA
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.
BMW's Munich Plant Converts to EV Only for 2027
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.
Electrolux Group Sets Second Emissions Goal
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.
City of Long Beach Adds RNG Trucks
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.
Toyota Extends Free EV Charging
Toyota Motor North America, Inc. will extend its one year of complimentary fast charging to drivers who purchase or lease a new 2024 bZ4x.
White House Allocates $623 Million in EV Charging Grants
The Biden-Harris Administration announced $623 million in grants to build out an electric vehicle (EV) charging network across the U.S.
Vancouver International Airport to Lower Emissions, Improve Efficiency
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) plans to invest $135 million over 10 years to become net zero by 2030.
DHL Supply Chain to Double Electric Truck Fleet
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.
Caterpillar Electrifies Trucks
Caterpillar Inc. announced it has signed an electrification strategic agreement.
2024 WISE Awards Announced by Smart Energy Decisions
Smart Energy Decisions (SED) is proud to announce the winners of its third-annual WISE (Women in Smart Energy) Awards.
Atkore Sets Emission Reduction Goals
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.
Oakland Unified School District Adds Electric School Buses
The Oakland Unified School District will add several electric school buses to its fleet.
Duckhorn Portfolio Expands Emissions Reporting, Adopts Solar
The Duckhorn Portfolio, Inc. a wine company, expanded its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reporting to include its Washington State operations.
Celanese Starts Carbon Capture Operations in Texas
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.
Integrated Solutions to Help You Decarbonize Your Business
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.
Microsoft Adds 12 GW of Solar
Microsoft Corp. has entered into an eight-year strategic alliance to add 12 gigawatts (GW) of solar power.
Boston Scientific Signs VPPA
Boston Scientific, a global medical technology company, signed a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) to buy green solar electricity to meet its decarbonization targets.
Workspace Group Adopts Solar
Workspace Group PLC, a London-based owner and operator of sustainable, flexible work space, announces it entered into a Corporate Power Purchase Agreement (CPPA).
DOE Funds EV Infrastructure Projects
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.
Weekend Reads: Texas Becomes Unlikely Renewables Leader; Africa's Pay-As-You-Go Power Plan
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:
ERCOT Deploys BESS in West Texas
ERCOT, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, added a 150 MW, 300 MWh battery energy storage system (“BESS”) project in West Texas.
Four Higher Education Partners Achieve Better Buildings Challenge Goal
Congratulations to 2023 Better Buildings Challenge Goal Achievers Allegheny College, Community College of Allegheny County, Morehouse College, and University of Virginia on achieving their portfolio-wide energy savings goals. These four partners manage a combined portfolio of more than 19 million square feet and serve over 42,000 students. Learn more about the measures that these institutions took to achieve their goals in this column.
City of Mesa Adds All-Electric Fire Truck
Arizona's Mesa Fire and Medical Department added an all-electric fire truck to its current fleet.
New York Power Authority Issues RFI on RE Opportunities
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) issued a Request for Information (RFI) to understand potential interest and opportunities for NYPA to collaborate with renewable developers, contractors, and companies to develop, own, and operate renewable energy
Port of Virginia Powers Terminals with 100% Clean Energy
The Port of Virginia is powering all its terminals with electricity from clean resources so that it can achieve a goal of becoming carbon-neutral by 2040.
Carter County Schools Add Electric Bus Fleet
Carter County Schools (CCS) in Kentucky will add 23 electric school buses to its fleet.
