Energy Management Articles
Heidelberg Materials Emission Goals Approved by SBTi
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated Heidelberg Materials’ 2030 carbon reduction targets.
IQVIA Submits Emission Goals to SBTi
IQVIA submitted near- and long-term GHG gas emissions reduction goals for approval from the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi).
Energy Codes: The Year in Review and a Look Ahead
Energy efficiency standards might not make the hottest dinner part topic but they have a huge impact on our daily lives. In this column, Cherylyn Kelley, IMT's Manager, Building Energy Codes and Policy, reviews 2022 highlights and offers insights into what's coming up this year, including federal funding available through the Inflation Reduction Act and updates on the International Energy Conservation Codes (IECC).
Chevron Lowers Carbon LNG Fleet With Modification Project
Chevron Corporation, through its subsidiary Chevron Shipping Company LLC, announced it will reduce the carbon intensity of their LNG fleet operations.
Weekend Reads: Good Time/Bad Time for Battery Recycling; Good/Bad Tax Credits for Iowa Ethanol
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:
Viant Technology Integrates Software For Carbon Reduction
Viant Technology Inc., an advertising software company, announced an integration with a software company to track its emissions usage.
Canada Jetlines Will Adopt Use of SAF
Canada Jetlines Operations Ltd announced the signing of an Ultra-Clean fuel offtake agreement to purchase up to 18,000,000 liters per year of jet fuel.
CEMEX Buys Electric Concrete Mixer Truck
CEMEX announced that it purchased a fully electric and zero-emission heavy concrete mixer truck.
A Critical Year for the Clean Energy Transition
The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) looks back with pride on the remarkable achievements of 2022 - from huge funding allocations and breakthrough innovations to paradigm-shifting legislation. This column reviews the accomplishments of EERE's core divisions: renewable power, energy efficiency, and sustainable transportation.
Parkway Auto Group Adds Solar in Ohio
Parkway Auto Group installed solar arrays at its Honda dealership in Dover, Ohio.
Coor Commits to 2040 Goal
Coor, a provider of facility management services, commits to reach Net-Zero GHG emissions by 2040.
Eastman Prices Inaugural Green Bond Offering
Eastman Chemical Company announced the pricing of its public offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 5.750% notes due 2033 in its inaugural green bond offering, according to a statement.
HSBC Reduces Financed Emissions from Oil, Gas Sectors
HSBC Holdings commits to interim targets for reductions in financed emissions to become a net zero bank by 2050 or sooner.
Wizz Air to Use SAF
Wizz Air to Use SAFWizz Air will purchase 36,000 tons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) per annum over a period of three years for the airline to use across its route network in Europe and the UK.
Framework for Emissions Reduction Planning: An Overview
An Emissions Reduction Plan (ERP) is essential for organizations across all sectors seeking to achieve deep Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emission reductions. In this Framework for Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Planning, the U.S. Department of Energy's Better Climate Challenge outlines a process to ensure organizations develop a plan that is actionable and sets them up to achieve their GHG emissions reduction targets across a portfolio of buildings and fleets.
USG Gains SBTi Approval for 30% GHG Reduction Plans
USG Corporation, a manufacturer of building products, announced the Science Based Targets initiative has approved its 2030 emission reduction target of 30%.
United Launches $100M Sustainable Flight Fund
United launched the United Airlines Ventures Sustainable Flight Fund SM, an investment vehicle designed to support start-ups focused on decarbonizing air travel by accelerating the research, production and technologies associated with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Subway® Pilots Fast EV Charging Stations
Subway® will pilot Subway Oasis charging parks at select, new, or newly remodeled restaurants across the U.S. starting in 2023.
Philips Achieves 77% of Renewable Energy Use
Royal Philips, a global provider in health technology, achieved 77% renewable energy usage, exceeding the 75% goal for 2025.
Wabtec Sets 2030 Goals
Wabtec Corporation sets a new near-term absolute GHG reduction goal to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a baseline of 2019.
Jabil Lowers Emissions By 23%
Jabil, a manufacturing solutions provider, reduced operational emissions by 23%, compared to its 2019 baseline.
Sasol Launches VC Fund For Decarbonization Goals
Sasol announced that it has established Sasol Ventures to advance Sasol’s decarbonization and 2050 net zero ambitions through venture capital by investing €50 million over the next five years.
Weekend Reads: Renewables Backlash; Iceland's Latest Tourist Attraction
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:
McDonald’s Signs PPA for Louisiana Solar
McDonald’s Corporation announced a power purchase agreement for a 145 MWac/180 MWdc solar project located in St. Landry Parish, La.
DHL Express Launches SAF Via GoGreen Plus
DHL Express, a global express carrier, announced the launch of GoGreen Plus, a new service that will allow customers to reduce the carbon emissions associated with their shipments through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
Yamaha Marine Partners For Biofuel Testing
The Yamaha Marine U.S. Business Unit announced a collaborative initiative for biofuel testing to significantly reduce CO2 emissions while maintaining boat range and performance.
Smart Energy Voices Episode 77: General Motors Hit 100% RE in the U.S. a Generation Ahead of Schedule
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host John Failla shares a special keynote from Smart Energy Decisions’ recent Renewable Energy Forum. Rob Threlkeld, Global Manager of Sustainable Energy, Supply, and Reliability for General Motors, shares how the company reached its 100% renewable energy goal a whole generation ahead of schedule.
Verallia Lowers Emissions By 10.8%
Verallia announced a reduction in Scope 1 and 2 CO2 emissions of -2.7% vs. 2021 (-10.8% vs. 2019).
IKEA Expands RE To Suppliers in 10 Markets
IKEA will include 10 additional markets into its program to support suppliers to switch to renewable electricity since nearly two-thirds of the IKEA climate footprint is directly connected to the supply chain.
Sealed Air Sets 2040 Goals
Sealed Air is developing a strategy to manage and reduce the GHG emissions associated with its operations and is building a technical roadmap to transition to net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2040.
