Energy Management Articles
Western Digital Seeks to Use 100% RE
Western Digital Corp. announced new sustainability targets such as powering the company’s operations with 100% renewable energy and achieving net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
Floating Solar Array is Powering NJ Water Treatment Plant
The New Jersey American Water’s Canoe Brook Water Treatment Plant is now being powered by a solar array that consists of 16,510 solar panels.
Renewable Energy Market Update
Renewable power is on course to shatter more records as countries around the world speed up deployment. With the global energy crisis as a catalyst, solar PV and wind are set to lead the largest annual increase in new renewable capacity ever, according to a new report from IEA (International Energy Agency), "Renewable Energy Market Update."
Uber Aims for Emission-Free Mobility
Uber is expanding its clean energy commitment to include its Delivery business with a goal to eliminate emissions on all Uber Eats deliveries globally by 2040.
Canon Reduces Emissions in Product Lifecycle
Canon Inc. announced plans to become net zero by 2050 by reducing CO2 emissions over entire product lifecycles through the development of more energy-efficient products. Additionally, it is elevating energy efficiency by introducing renewables at Canon production sites.
Quebec’s Transit Members to Add Battery-Electric Buses
The 10 transit authorities members of the Association du Transport Urbain du Québec (ATUQ) ordered 1,229 battery-electric buses which will operate emission-free.
Schneider Provides Zero Emission Electric Charging in California
Schneider National Inc., a provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services, announced that it completed the construction of an electric charging depot at its South El Monte Intermodal Operations Center in southern California.
Mercedes-Benz to Use Carbon-Free Steel
Mercedes-Benz signed a supply agreement to receive over approximately 50,000 tons of almost CO₂-free steel per year for its European press shops.
De Beers Advances on 2030 Building Forever Goals
De Beers Group is accelerating its efforts to advance sustainability throughout the diamond value chain in the countries where it operates.
Kellogg is On Track for Better Days
Kellogg announced a 31.1% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions since 2015; a 13% absolute reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions since 2015; and sourcing of 40.3% of electricity from renewables.
LG Electronics to Use 100% RE by 2050
LG Electronics (LG) completed its plans to convert all its business sites to 100% adoption of renewable energy by 2050.
Fortive Lowers Emissions by 22%
Fortive Corporation announced it achieved a 22.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions from 2019-2022.
Community Solar for the Retail Sector
Investing in community solar has become a viable option for large companies looking to help spur the development of localized renewable energy, while also making progress toward their own climate and social equity goals. The "Community Solar for the Retail Sector" fact sheet from Better Buildings explains how retailers - including Starbucks, Kohl's, and Walmart - can benefit while also supporting clean, local energy.
Fisker Sells Emission Credits
Fisker Inc. is preparing to incorporate the sale of emission credits into its business strategy in the U.S.
PotlatchDeltic Stores Carbon Emissions
PotlatchDeltic Corporation removed and stored 3.2 million metric tons of CO2e (Scope 1 and 3) with GHG emissions (Scope 1-3) of 2.6 million metric tons of CO2e.
Watts Water Technologies Lowers Emissions by 31%
Watts Water Technologies lowered its global water use intensity by 11% and purchased 100% certified renewable energy credits to offset annual electric consumption at seven U.S. sites.
Crestwood Equity Partners’ Methane Emission Rate Falls
Crestwood Equity Partners LP achieved a 5% reduction in its methane emissions intensity rate from 2021 levels and a 58% reduction since 2018.
Flowserve Achieves 80% of Emissions Goal
Flowserve Corporation reached 80% of its 2030 carbon emissions reduction goal and achieved nearly $140 million in energy transition bookings.
Covestro Signs VPPA in Texas
Covestro, a manufacturer of polymer materials and their components, signed a 90-megawatt (MW) virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA).
AptarGroup Raises Use of RE
AptarGroup, Inc., a global company in drug delivery, consumer product dispensing and active material science solutions and services, announced its Scope 1 and 2 goals have been validated by the SBTi.
Nucor Corporation Signs Carbon Capture Agreement
Nucor Corporation, a large steel producer, signed an agreement for a carbon capture and storage project, which calls for the capture, transport, and storage of up to 800,000 metric tons per year of CO2.
Avantor Achieves Climate Goals with Environmental Task Force
Avantor, a global provider of products and services for the life sciences, advanced technologies, and applied materials industries, highlighted its continued momentum in reducing GHG emissions in line with its goal of a 15% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2025.
Hecla Mining Increase Use of RE, Lowers Emissions
Hecla Mining Company achieved net zero on Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for the second consecutive year and lowered emissions by 32.7% from 2019 baseline levels.
Weekend Reads: Achieving Full Industrial Electrification; Scientists Make Electricity From Thin Air
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:
SOLE Empowers Shoppers to Make Sustainable Choices
SOLE, a custom-moldable insole company, announced sustainability initiatives designed to promote transparency and authenticity in the footwear and fashion industries.
Data + Analytics: Connecting Energy Usage to Your Business Goals
In recent years, companies have developed a greater understanding of how important it is to manage their energy usage. This article from Constellation explores how, with a strategic approach, they can be proactive in reducing their carbon footprints to promote both savings and sustainability.
Boom Supersonic Signs SAF Agreement for Supersonic Airliner
Boom Supersonic, the company designing a passenger supersonic airliner, announced it signed a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) offtake agreement that will provide the company with up to 5 million gallons of SAF annually throughout the Overture flight test program.
Toyota to Build North Carolina Battery Plant
Toyota will build a new battery plant in North Carolina that will receive an additional $2.1 billion investment to support the company’s goal toward carbon neutrality.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast - Episode 82: Sustainability and the City of Atlanta
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host Debra Chanil shares a keynote from Smart Energy Decisions’ recent Net Zero Forum presented by Chandra Farley, Chief Sustainability Officer for the City of Atlanta. Chandra talks about the importance of public-private partnerships, the value of positive pressure, and viewing sustainability through the lens of environmental justice.
Grupo Bimbo Secures $850M Dollars in Sustainability-Linked Bonds
Grupo Bimbo announced it secured approximately $850 million dollars in Sustainability-linked Bond (SLB), which represents the largest in the history of the Mexican market, and the largest transaction so far during the year.
