Energy Management Articles
Manassas City Public Schools Adds Electric Buses
Manassas City Public Schools in Virginia announced plans to install six chargers and deploy 12 electric school buses to the district over a three-year period.
Inditex to Reduce Maritime Transport Emissions with Maersk
Inditex, the parent company of fashion brands such as Zara and Massimo Dutti, entered into a partnership to reduce its global GHG footprint from seaborne logistics.
EU Council Approves New Rules for Emission Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles
The European Council reached an agreement on a proposal to update and strengthen the regulation on CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles.
Fresh Del Monte Produce Lowers Emissions by 26%
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. achieved a 26% decrease in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2022, largely attributed to optimizing fertilizer usage, fuel consumption and facility heating adjustments.
Building Operators: Grid and Occupant Training
The Northwest Energy Efficiency Council partnered with Northeastern University and Washington State University to expand its Building Operator Certification® (BOC) training. In this case study from Better Buildings, learn how the program is emphasizing grid-interactive efficient buildings and occupant-centric controls with a focus on an entry- and pre-entry-level workforce.
TCFD Report: More Emissions Disclosure Work Needed
The Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)’s sixth and final report highlights steady momentum in companies disclosing TCFD-aligned information but says more progress is needed from businesses.
Schaeffler Aerospace Canada Adds Energy Efficiency Project
Schaeffler Aerospace Canada Inc., a sector of the motion technology company the Schaeffler Group, announced the launch of a new large-scale energy efficiency project involving cooling, heating, and air quality solutions.
Amazon Fresh Location Receives Zero Carbon Certification
A Seattle Amazon Fresh location received a Zero Carbon Certification from the International Living Future Institute (ILFI), making it the first Amazon building to receive the certification.
Stellantis to Build Battery Gigafactory in Indiana
Stellantis N.V. announced that Kokomo, Indiana, will be the site for a second battery manufacturing facility in the U.S. as part of the StarPlus Energy joint venture.
Unintended Consequences & Potential Solutions of Building Decarbonization: Part 1
According to IMT, as society embraces the transformative journey to combat climate change through electrification and decarbonization of buildings, it is crucial to acknowledge the potential unintended consequences of such endeavors — particularly for frontline communities and Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC).
Lumentum Decreases Emissions by 25%, Doubles RE Use
Lumentum Holdings Inc., a designer and manufacturer of optical and photonic products, made progress on its emissions reduction targets, including achieving a 25% decrease in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions compared to fiscal 2022.
DOE Allocates $7 Billion for Clean Hydrogen Hubs
The U.S. Department of Energy announced $7 billion to launch seven Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs (H2Hubs) to accelerate the commercial-scale deployment of low-cost, clean hydrogen.
Google's Project Green Light Reduces Emissions
Google’s research initiative Green Light found road transportation emissions can be lowered by optimizing traffic light plans.
NY State Launches Plan to Expand RE Industry
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the release of a new 10-Point Action Plan to expand and support the growing large-scale renewable energy industry in New York.
Weekend Reads: Floating Solar Poised for Domination; What's Next for DAC?
It’s the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Tosca Reduces Emissions by 30%
Tosca, a global company in reusable plastic packaging and performance pooling solutions, announced a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity by operating hours.
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Targets Approved by SBTi
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced its science-based near-term and net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets were validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
DHL Group Adopts SAF Tracking Program
The DHL Group took part in a pilot program with its partners that enables credible and traceable transfer of sustainability benefits from the use of sustainable aviation fuel.
Net Zero Roadmap: A Global Pathway to Keep the 1.5°C Goal in Reach
According to a new edition of the IEA’s landmark Net Zero Roadmap, driving greenhouse gas emissions from the world’s energy sector to net zero and limiting global warming to 1.5°C remains possible due to the record growth of key clean energy technologies, though momentum needs to increase rapidly in many areas.
Allegiant Stadium Powered by 100% RE
The Las Vegas Raiders and Allegiant Stadium announced the stadium’s conversion to 100% renewable energy.
Caesars Entertainment in Atlantic City Adds Solar Arrays
Caesars Entertainment added a four-canopy, 6.5 MW solar portfolio at the gaming company’s Atlantic City destinations.
AIR Communities Lowers Emissions by 16.5%
Apartment Income REIT Corp. (AIR Communities) achieved its GHG emissions goal two years ahead of schedule, with emissions down 16.5%, energy usage down 10.3% over baseline and waste diversion up 15.5% from a baseline of 2019-2022.
IMTT Issues Sustainability-Linked Term Loan
International-Matex Tank Terminals — a company in the handling and storage of bulk liquid products including energy transition fuels, feedstocks and petrochemicals — announced the issuance of its inaugural Sustainability-linked Term Loan B.
Oshkosh Partners to Track Scope 3 Emissions
Oshkosh Corporation, a vehicle and equipment company, announced a strategic partnership to move the company closer to establishing its science-based targets and allowing it to track Scope 3 emissions.
How to build zero-cost on-site solar and storage projects
The Inflation Reduction Act is making energy solutions more affordable than ever before. In Enel’s new eBook, discover the critical role that incentives and financing play including insights into three key financing options.
Projects Advance for Verizon's Wind, Solar REPAs
Progress is being reported on three projects set to provide nearly 450 MW of clean energy to support the sustainability goals of Verizon Communications Inc.
Excelerate Energy Sets 2050 Goals
Excelerate Energy, Inc., a U.S.-based LNG company, is committed to reducing its environmental impact and is preparing for the new International Maritime Organization (IMO) rule focusing on energy efficiency and emissions reduction.
Bancroft Adds Carport Solar Project, EV Chargers
Bancroft — a regional nonprofit organization providing education, support, and services to individuals with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and brain injury — announced the completion of a carport solar project.
Barnsley Council Adds CHP System, Decarbonizes Heat
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council announced the completion of a £4 million multi-phase infrastructure redevelopment project to replace existing coal-fired boilers with a new combined heat and power (CHP) and gas-fired system and decarbonize heat.
E. & J. Gallo Winery Adds EV Charging
E. & J. Gallo Winery, a global wine and spirits company, will provide electric vehicle charging equipment and services to their new production facility and distribution center in Chester County, South Carolina.
