Energy Management Articles
Smart Energy Decisions 2022 Sustainability Report
Smart Energy Decisions celebrated Earth Week with the release of its second annual Sustainability Report, demonstrating a continued commitment to progress on initiatives across three key sustainability sectors: environmental, social, and governance.
University of Arizona Launches Sustainability & Climate Action Plan
The Office of Sustainability at the University of Arizona is leading development of the university's first Sustainability and Climate Action Plan as the university's first step toward its goal of weaning off fossil fuels and going carbon-neutral by 2040.
Nouveau Monde Graphite’s Matawinie Mine to Use Zero Emission Fleet
Nouveau Monde Graphite’s Matawinie Mine (NMG) will use a zero-exhaust emission fleet, infrastructure and services that will be developed by Caterpillar, a heavy equipment manufacturer.
Missoula Water Plant Implement Solar Array
The City of Missoula, Montana will be using a new 545 kW direct current (DC) behind-the-meter, non-export solar photovoltaic (PV) array at its wastewater treatment plant.
DOE Announces $250M for Electric Heat Pump Manufacturing
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a $250 million funding opportunity aimed at accelerating electric heat pump manufacturing in America.
Carnival Corporation Unveils Decarbonization Momentum
Carnival Corporation, the world's largest cruise company, unveiled the initiatives it expects to move forward this year to achieve its carbon neutrality aspirations across its operations by 2050 and implement a circular economy model focused on waste reduction, recycling, and management.
SHI International Commits to SBTi Emissions Reduction
IT solutions provider SHI International announced it will commit to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to creat their emissions reduction goals.
Parsons Sets Net Zero Emissions Strategy
Parsons Corporation announced a goal to develop updated near and long-term targets to lower GHG emissions.
Kioxia Accelerates Actions to Achieve Net-Zero by 2050
Kioxia Group announced its pledge to accelerate actions to combat climate change by aiming to achieve net zero by 2050 through the reduction of Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, which emanate from its business sites, and Scope 2 emissions from purchased energy.
NY State Finishes RE Infrastructure Projects
New York state announced the completion of eight large-scale renewable energy infrastructure projects.
Top 3 Trends from the 2023 Green Lease Leaders
The Institute for Market Transformation (IMT) and the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Better Buildings Initiative announced the 2023 Green Lease Leaders, recognizing landlords and tenants who modernize their leases to spur collaboration on energy efficiency, decarbonization, cost savings, health, and other environmental and social issues. In this column, Diana Lee at IMT discusses the top three trends in green leasing.
Lowe's to Install Solar at 174 Locations
Lowe's announced details of rooftop solar panel installations at 174 store and distribution center locations nationwide that, once complete, will provide approximately 90% of the energy usage at each location.
Chemours Partners to Develop Hydrogen Facilities
The Chemours Company, a chemistry company, and TC Energy, an energy infrastructure company, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to potentially develop hydrogen production facilities in West Virginia.
Toshiba Enters VPPA to Power HQ
Toshiba Corporation and its energy business company, Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation (ESS), signed a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) for the company’s Smart Community Center, which is Toshiba Group’s business headquarters in Kawasaki, Japan.
Toyota on Path to 100% Renewable Energy in Michigan
Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) announced its enrollment in a renewable energy program called MIGreenPower, which will help it achieve its goal to attribute 100% of its R&D operations in Michigan, including its headquarters and six other facilities, to renewable energy projects starting in 2026.
Walmart Debuts Renewable Natural Gas Engine
Walmart announced it will incorporate a 15-liter compressed natural gas engine into its private fleet.
Starbucks Expands Greener Store Program to 3,500 Locations
Starbucks announced the certification of 3,508 Greener Stores globally, including the addition of stores in Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and Latin America and the Caribbean.
Tennant Sets Emissions Goals
Tennant Company announced a goal to become net zero across Scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 2040.
General Mills Increases Use of RE to 87%
General Mills sourced 87% of renewable electricity across its global owned operations while 92% of packaging for its North America Retail and North America Foodservice operating segments was recyclable or reusable by weight.
Google Signs PPA in Netherlands, Belgium
Google signed two power purchase agreements (PPAs) in Belgium and the Netherlands as part of the technology company’s goal to operate carbon-free energy by 2030.
American Express Launches Earth Month Initiatives
In honor of Earth Month, American Express announced its launch of new initiatives to support a low-carbon future.
Synergy Will Create SBTi Goals
Synergy Global Housing, a company in the end-to-end serviced accommodation program management, announced its commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
3 Steps to Begin Breaking Your Dependence on Fossil Fuels
As aggressive climate plans prompt states like California to call for reduced emissions, organizations are increasingly shifting their business goals to include a reduction of reliance on fossil fuels. But, as this FAQ from Ameresco shows, in order to successfully achieve these goals, some key considerations must be taken into account.
Intuit Launches More Solar Projects
Intuit Inc., a global financial technology platform that makes TurboTax, Credit Karma, QuickBooks, and Mailchimp, is increasing its commitment to add more renewable energy projects to lower carbon emissions.
Weekend Reads: Newest Electric Vehicle Push; Rise of Hydrokinetic Energy
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:
2022 State of Vehicle Fleet Electrification
Smart Energy Decisions presents the second State of Vehicle Fleet Electrification to explore key dynamics driving the transition to electrified commercial fleets.
Weir Group to Move Ahead with Emissions Goals
The Weir Group PLC (Weir), a global mining technology company, will reduce absolute Scope 1&2 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2019 base year and reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from use of sold products by 15% within the same timeframe.
SSR Mining to Refine Options For Short-Term Targets
SSR Mining Inc. announced it will focus on refining its identified options for short-term targets, plus map out its longer-term goals to reduce the company’s carbon footprint and improve energy management.
SThree Receives Approval From SBTi
SThree plc, a global specialist talent partner focused on roles in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (“STEM”), received approval from the SBTi on its net-zero target and transition plan.
CapMan Moves on Scope 1 & 2 Targets
CapMan, a Nordic private assets management and investments company, aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 51% by 2032 from a 2021 base year.
