Energy Management Articles
Hemlock Semiconductor Sets 2028 Goals
Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC) established a set of commitments which include reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions by 30% by 2028.
Santa Barbara Adds Microgrid
The Santa Barbara Unified School District added a microgrid that includes 4.2 MW of solar across 14 district locations and six microgrids with 3.8 MW hours of battery energy storage.
Fresh Del Monte Produce Progresses on Emission Goals
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., a vertically integrated producer, marketer and distributor of fruit and vegetables, continues to make progress toward its goal of reducing food waste by 50% by 2030.
GM Achieves Renewable Energy Goal Ahead of Target
General Motors announced the finalization of energy sourcing agreements required to secure 100% of the energy needed to power all its U.S. facilities by 2025.
December's Renewable Energy Forum Keynotes Announced
Executives from McCormick and Company, VF Services LLP, Arizona State University, and Switch will lead educational sessions at Smart Energy Decisions’ Renewable Energy Forum/Winter Edition, December 6-8, 2022. The event will return to the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa, in Huntington Beach, California.
Race to Net Zero Episode 4 - It’s not a sprint, it’s a marathon: Challenges to net-zero
In the latest episode of Race to Net Zero, host John Failla introduces Kevin Arritt, Director of Renewable Strategy and Advisory for NRG, and Greg Kandankulam, Director of Sustainability Advisory for NRG to discuss their perspectives concerning current hurdles on the path to net-zero and what tools are available for large energy customers to build a customized approach.
Air France-KLM Signs Two SAF Contracts
Air France-KLM signed two binding multi-year contracts with SAF providers Neste and DG Fuels for a total volume of 1.6 million tons.
Aramco Launches $1.5 Billion Sustainability Fund
Aramco announced the creation of a $1.5 billion Sustainability Fund to invest in technology that can support a stable and inclusive energy transition.
Apple Aims to Decarbonize Supply Chain by 2030
Apple is evaluating the work of its major manufacturing partners to decarbonize their Apple-related operations.
Aurubis Testing Blue Ammonia As Fuel Source
Mining company Aurubis announced a test series for the use of blue ammonia in copper rod production as it aims for climate neutrality.
7-Eleven Signs Clean Energy Deal in Michigan
7-Eleven, Inc. announced its enrollment in MIGreenPower, DTE’s renewable energy program. The enrollment will enable 7-Eleven to achieve 100% renewable energy for all 160 of its southeast Michigan locations.
Chevron Lowes Methane Emission
Chevron Corporation has reduced the company’s methane intensity by 50% since 2016.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bloomberg Increases Carbon Emissions Data
Bloomberg has increased its carbon emissions dataset to cover 100,000 companies.
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.
Deutsche Bank Sets 2030 Targets
Deutsche Bank announced net zero aligned targets for 2030 and 2050 in four carbon-intensive sectors.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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).
