Energy Management Articles
University of Illinois to Research Carbon Removal Tech
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Prairie Research Institute (PRI) was chosen by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Energy Technology Laboratory (DOE-NETL).
Phillips 66 Updates Emission Progress
Phillips 66 announced steps the energy company made toward its 2030 and 2050 GHG emissions reduction targets with the release of its 2022 Sustainability Report.
Google Achieves 66% Carbon-Free Electricity
Google operated at 66% CFE in 2021, which was 5% higher than 2019, but 1% lower than 2020.
Institute for Market Transformation Partners with Net Zero Forum
Smart Energy Decisions announces the Institute for Market Transformation (IMT) has joined the Net Zero Forum, taking place September 12-14 in Phoenix, Arizona, as a contributing content partner.
LEGO Group to Build Carbon-Neutral Factory
The LEGO Group announced plans to invest more than $1 billion to build a new carbon-neutral factory in Chesterfield County, Virginia.
A Letter from Diversity in Clean Energy (DiCE)
In this letter to the Clean Energy Industry, Amy Bond of T-Mobile and Cheryl Comer of Duke Energy introduce Diversity in Clean Energy (DiCE), an action-based coalition working to advocate, utilize, and open doors of opportunity for diverse-owned businesses that operate within the clean energy value chain through collaborative efforts and collective influence.
Pueblo, Colorado to Add Community Solar
The greater Pueblo, Colorado region will receive a community solar garden that will power over 600 homes annually. The 2MW and 500 KW solar gardens will serve businesses, residents, municipalities, and low- to moderate-income service organizations.
Balt. City Schools Finish Phase 1 of Efficiency Project
The Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) finished its first phase of a $3.5 million energy conservation project.
T-Mobile Launches Minnesota Community Solar Gardens
T-Mobile announced 14 new one-megawatt community solar gardens to generate renewable energy and provide energy cost savings to T-Mobile locations across seven Minnesota counties.
FedEx Receives Electric Vehicles
FedEx Corp. announced it has received its first 150 electric delivery vehicles throughout southern California to FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp.
Badger Meter Sets 2030 Goal
Badger Meter, Inc. established a baseline GHG emissions intensity rate in 2020 and a 15% intensity reduction target by 2030 with detailed plans to meet that goal.
WSP Updates Emission Progress
WSP reduced its Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions by 15% in 2021 compared to a 2018 baseline.
Shell, Accenture, Amex Launch SAF Software
Shell, Accenture and American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) announce the launch of Avelia, a blockchain-powered digital sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) book-and-claim solutions for business travel.
Air Liquide Signs PPA
Air Liquide signed its largest long-term PPA with approximately 115 MW of new offshore wind electricity.
Supporting a Just and Equitable Clean Energy Transition
A complete and successful energy sector transition is only possible if the transition to clean energy is just and equitable. This column from BOSS (Black Owners of Solar Services) explores the immense opportunity for energy equity in the solar photovoltaic (PV) industry.
Volvo Tests Hydrogen Hauler
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is testing a fuel cell articulated hauler prototype, the Volvo HX04, to break ground in hydrogen technology.
Lindt & Sprüngli to Set Net Zero Goals
Lindt & Sprüngli plans to announce its Science Based Targets in 2023 and developed its first complete carbon footprint in partnership with third-party experts covering Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
Weekend Reads: A Second Life For Old EV Batteries; Building a Corporate Culture of Sustainability
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Graham Reached RE Target
Graham Corporation announced for fiscal 2021, total renewable energy was 5.2%, up from 1.5% in fiscal 2020. During this period, Graham also reduced its total energy consumption by 6.2% year over year.
United Airlines Invests in SAF
United and United Airlines Ventures (UAV) announced an investment in sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
Rivian Invests in Wind Turbine
Rivian announced plans for a large-scale wind turbine at its Normal, Illinois manufacturing campus that is intended to provide clean energy to enable new R1 vehicles to be powered by renewables.
Smart Energy Voices Episode 67: SED's Sustainability Plan
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host John Failla introduces Alexandra Failla, Director of ESG and Administration at Smart Energy Decisions. Alexandra shares SED’s first Sustainability Report, which reflects SED’s commitment to align its actions and operations with The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
NextEra Energy Sets 2045 Goals
NextEra Energy announced its plans to eliminate carbon emissions from its operations by no later than 2045.
Fortive Achieves 50% Emission Reduction Target
Fortive Corporation announced it reached its 2025 GHG intensity goal that was announced in 2021.
Rhode Island House Approves 100% RE Offsets by 2033
The Rhode Island House of Representatives approved legislation to increase renewable energy production and supply by requiring that 100% of Rhode Island’s electricity be offset by renewable production by 2033.
Energy Star Partners with Net Zero Forum
Smart Energy Decisions announces ENERGY STAR has joined the Net Zero Forum, taking place September 12-14 in Phoenix, Arizona, as a contributing content partner.
HubSpot Hits 100% Renewables at Building Sites
HubSpot, a customer relationship management (CRM) platform, achieved 100% renewable energy across all building sites in 2021.
BorgWarner Sets 2035 Goals
BorgWarner announced its commitment to a net zero carbon emissions future and its target of a 45% electric revenue mix by 2030. The company is on track to generate more than 25% of its revenue from electrified vehicle parts by 2025.
Xcel Energy Achieves 50% Cleaner Electricity
Xcel Energy delivered electricity to its customers in 2021 that was 50% cleaner compared to 2005, putting the company on track to achieve its interim goal of reducing carbon emissions 80% by 2030.
Microsoft Invests in California Microgrid
Microsoft announced that it has plans to develop California’s largest microgrid that is fully supported by renewable natural gas (RNG) to provide its San Jose, California data center with back-up power to ensure continuous operations.
