Energy Management Articles
DOE Awards $2.8 Billion to Increase EV Batteries, Electric Grid
The Biden-Harris Administration announced the first set of projects funded by the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to expand domestic manufacturing of batteries for EVs.
BMW Group Adds EV Capacity in Germany
The BMW Group will increase e-component production capacity at its manufacturing base in Leipzig with another eight production lines by 2024.
Better Buildings Showcase: Life Time Chanhassen Athletic Club
The Life Time Chanhassen, MN Athletic Club reduced energy use intensity by 35% and water use intensity by nearly 60%. This column highlights how this Better Buildings Showcase project implemented a range of electric, natural gas, and water efficiency improvements from 2011 to 2021 to achieve these and other goals.
Bloomberg Increases Carbon Emissions Data
Bloomberg has increased its carbon emissions dataset to cover 100,000 companies.
IHS Towers To Cut Emissions 50% by 2030
IHS Holding Limited, independent owners, operators, and developers of shared communications infrastructure, set a comprehensive strategy for decreasing IHS Towers’ emissions.
Weekend Reads: The Key to Success at COP27; A Look at Mini Rooftop Wind Turbines
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Imperial Partners With EV Co
Imperial, Canada’s largest petroleum refiner, is partnering with FLO, a North American EV charging network. The collaboration will support Canada’s GHG emissions goals by expanding FLO’s charging network for EVs.
Smart Energy Voices Episode 72: Michigan State's Renewable Energy Journey
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host John Failla is joined by Dr. Wolfgang Bauer, Distinguished Professor at Michigan State University, to discuss the renewable journey he has led at the university. Wolfgang is also an active Smart Energy Decisions Advisory Board member.
Deere Emission Goals Approved by SBTi
Deere & Company announced that its emissions reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Google, C40 Launch Carbon-Free Energy for Cities Program
C40 and Google are launching a new 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy for Cities program to empower cities around the world to run entirely on clean energy daily.
Deutsche Bank Sets 2030 Targets
Deutsche Bank announced net zero aligned targets for 2030 and 2050 in four carbon-intensive sectors.
Kraft Heinz Updates Emission Progress
Kraft Heinz achieved a waste-to-landfill intensity reduction of nearly 15% in 2021 on the way to reaching its goal of 20% across its manufacturing facilities by 2025.
Rolls-Royce Signs MOU to Test SAF
Rolls-Royce signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Alder Fuels, a clean tech developer and green crude producer to test Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as it makes the next step on its journey to commercial scalability.
Mercedes-Benz Signs Lithium Supply Deal For EVs
Mercedes-Benz AG finalized a supply agreement with Canadian-German start-up Rock Tech Lithium Inc. to secure high-quality lithium used in battery production.
EY and Microsoft Expand Alliance To Reach Net Zero Goals
The EY organization and Microsoft announced a deepened strategic relationship to develop ESG data management offerings more to support clients with achieving operational decarbonization and net-zero goals.
Honda Makes EV Investments in Ohio
Honda announced two major investments in Ohio, including $700 million to re-tool several of its existing auto and powertrain plants for production of EVs and $3.5 billion with LG Energy Solution (LGES).
Milliken & Company Net Zero Targets Approved by SBTi
Milliken & Company, a diversified global manufacturer, announces its science-based net-zero targets have been approved by the U.N.-backed Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Premier Completes Emissions Assessment
Premier, Inc. a technology-driven healthcare improvement company, conducted a GHG assessment to baseline the carbon footprint for Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
Amy’s Kitchen Signs PPA
Amy’s Kitchen (Amy’s), an organic food company, announced it will purchase renewable energy in a PPA that will provide wind power for almost 30% of the company's operations.
Enel eBook: Decarbonization with Renewable Energy
Organizations of all sizes face are facing pressure from stakeholders to take significant action on sustainability and ESG. Organizations that don’t act quickly face growing risks and financial implications. But the path forward is often complex. In this eBook, Enel offers a high-level introduction to decarbonization with renewable energy, separated into key phases. Topics include collecting data, aligning stakeholders, creating a renewable energy portfolio, and more.
Broadridge Updates Emission Goals
Broadridge Financial Solutions, a global fintech company, expanded its Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions data disclosure, including TCFD-aligned climate risk analysis.
NYSERDA Starts Community Solar Program
The New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) in partnership with National Grid announced 21 community solar projects, totaling more than 120 MW.
Carbon Capture Volume to Rise Sixfold by 2030
The global capacity for carbon capture in 2030 is set to rise sixfold from today’s level to 279 million tons of CO2 captured per year, according to BloombergNEF’s (BNEF) 2022 CCUS Market Outlook.
United Rentals to Add Hydrogen Power Generators to Fleet
United Rentals, Inc., an equipment rental company, announced it is adding several hydrogen power generators to its North American rental fleet in the coming months.
Chula Vista Elementary School District Adds Solar Project
Chula Vista Elementary School District and ENGIE North America (ENGIE) today announced the completion of the District’s solar project.
SMART Global Updates Emission Reduction Progress
SMART Global Holdings, Inc. announced its latest commitment to reach net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions by 2030.
Southwest Airlines to Document SAF Use
Southwest Airlines will provide Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) inventory accounting and documentation services through 4AIR, a rating system focused on comprehensive sustainability in aviation.
Celanese Increases Emission Goals
Celanese Corporation, a global chemical and specialty materials company, announced it extended its 2030 environmental goals to include a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity.
Weekend Reads: A Look at the Tech That Could Help Industry Go Electric; The Sexiest Part of the Energy Transition
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Geotab Updates Emission Progress
Geotab announced its total carbon emissions in 2021 decreased 14% from the 2019 baseline.