Energy Management Articles
Orbia Goals Validated by SBTi
Orbia announced that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved its near-term Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions reduction targets.
Rolls Royce Tests Engines With Hydrogen
Rolls-Royce announced that it has conducted successful tests of a 12-cylinder gas variant of the mtu Series 4000 L64 engine running on 100% hydrogen fuel.
Replay Race to Net-Zero Episode 2: Outlining your journey: Houston's landmark Climate Action Plan
In this episode of the Race to Net-Zero, host John Failla sat down with the City of Houston’s Chief Resilience and Sustainability Officer and NRG’s Director, Sustainability Advisory. They discussed the importance of the sustainability goal-setting process and programs Houston has implemented to achieve its ambitious public commitments.
Masco To Lower Emissions By 50%
Masco Corporation announced that it is setting a target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 absolute GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 compared to 2020 emissions.
Red Hat Sets 2030 Goals
Red Hat, a provider of open source solutions, announced its ambition to achieve net-zero operational GHG emissions by 2030 to address the global climate crisis.
Manitoba’s Winnipeg Transit Adds Zero-Emission Buses
Winnipeg Transit will purchase 16 battery-electric and fuel cell-electric transit buses to accelerate its transition to a 100% zero-emission fleet ahead of its 2050 target.
NY Launches Cap-and-Invest Program
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a Cap-and-Invest Program to fund more sustainability for New Yorkers.
Entergy Increases Interim Carbon Emission Targets
Entergy reaffirmed its commitment to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and set two interim carbon emission reduction targets.
Delta Launches Lab for Sustainable Travel
Delta Air Lines is launching an airline innovation lab, Delta Sustainable Skies Lab, to accelerate research, design and testing for more sustainable air travel to reach the company’s goal of net zero emissions by 2050.
Houston Dynamo Will Add RE
The Houston Dynamo Football Club announced a naming rights agreement with Shell Energy that includes goals to pursue a variety of integrated energy and decarbonization solutions at the stadium.
Weekend Reads: US emissions 2022, the good and bad news; Electricity state-by-state
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:
Philips' Emission Targets Approved by SBTi
Philips, a health technology company, announced its entire value-chain CO₂ emissions reduction targets were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
MathWorks Begins VPPA
MathWorks signed a 12-year VPPA for an 11-megawatt portion of Enel North America's 25 Mile Creek wind project in Ellis County, Oklahoma.
eBook: Electrifying Fleets for Dummies
Public and private fleet operators are switching to electric vehicle fleets to reduce costs, cut emissions, and lower their carbon footprint. Whatever type of fleet you operate, clean electric vehicles and smart EV charging solutions reduce operating costs over their lifetime. This helpful ebook from Enel X Way walks you through some need-to-know information that can help you get an electric fleet up and running.
LyondellBasell Increases 2030 Reduction Goal
LyondellBasell, a global chemicals company, announced it is increasing the company's 2030 GHG emissions reduction target for Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 30% to 42%, relative to a 2020 baseline.
Dominion Energy Signs PPA
Dominion Energy South Carolina (DESC) signed a PPA with Southern Current, an energyRe company for Lone Star Solar in Calhoun County, South Carolina.
Verizon Enters Into Four REPAs
Verizon signed four new long-term renewable energy purchase agreements (REPAs) for an aggregate of up to 410 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy capacity.
Deadline for Nominations Extended for 2023 WISE (Women in Smart Energy) Awards
The deadline has been extended for nominations for Smart Energy Decisions' second WISE (Women in Smart Energy) Awards. NOMINATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED THROUGH JANUARY 17 at 5:00 PM PT.
State of Corporate Sustainability Report
The 2023 State of Corporate Sustainability Report reveals the impact of two previously independent megatrends beginning to intersect: sustainability initiatives focused on limiting the effects of climate change and technology-based digital transformations. Explore the results of research from Atrius® and Smart Energy Decisions regarding the current state of sustainability reporting and energy management, which reflects the experience and insight of 300+ industry professionals across multiple sectors.
Absolut Company Updates Emission Progress
The Absolut Company announced its 2030 carbon emission goals remain on track via its Absolut Vodka, Kahlúa and Malibu brands.
SK hynix Issues Sustainability-Linked Bond
SK hynix Inc., a semiconductor supplier, announced that it successfully issued a Sustainability-Linked Bond (SLB) with a total amount of USD 1 billion.
Scotland Sets 2030 RE Goals
Scotland released its ‘Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan, ’ which calls for the country’s use of renewables to be accelerated.
Schaeffler Group’s Goals Receives SBTi Approval
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated the Schaeffler Group’s targets for reducing GHG emissions as being in conformity with SBTi criteria and recommendations.
Hannibal School District Receives Funds for Low Emission Buses
Hannibal Public School District #60 is utilizing funding from the Environmental Protection Agency's Clean School Bus Program and the Missouri Propane Education & Research Council to reduce its carbon footprint with propane school buses.
Replay Race to Net-Zero Episode 1: The Starting Point - Key Drivers of the Net-Zero Movement
NRG Energy and Smart Energy Decisions’ Race to Net-Zero podcast is a six-episode series centered around the journey to net-zero for businesses like yours. This premiere episode featured host, John Failla and NRG VP of Sustainable Solutions, Lynda Clemmons exploring the evolution of energy, sustainability, and the forces driving companies to act.
Bell County Water Control Adds Microgrid
Bell County Water Control and Improvement District (WCID) #1, the operator of the Lake Belton Water Treatment Plant in Texas, will develop a 10 MW microgrid system fueled by clean-burning natural gas generators.
Arlington County's Operations Hit 100% RE
Arlington achieved its goal of 100% renewable electricity use at all county facilities, two years ahead of schedule.
Electra Sets 2050 Goals
Electra Battery Materials Corporation released an ESG framework outlining the company’s priorities and commitments, including pledging to achieve net-zero GHG emissions by 2050.
Neiman Marcus Lowers Emissions
Neiman Marcus Group (NMG), a luxury brand retailer, reduced its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 31% in 2021 compared to its 2019 baseline.
Smart Energy Decisions Webinar Center
Catch up with the latest Smart Energy Decisions webcasts on-demand at the Webinar Center - your go-to resource for presentations you need to help you make the best decisions for your energy strategies. Recent webinars include "Delivering Sustainable Energy as a Service as the first step towards net zero goals," "How 24/7 Carbon Data is Shaping the Travel & Tourism Industry," How to Optimize your Energy Strategy to Cut Costs, Increase Resilience and Secure Sustainable Growth," "Managing Fleet Electrification - Real-life Insights from GM, Houston, Portland, and Genentech," and "Energy Storage & Demand Response: A Lucrative Combination."
