Expert Columns
Sourcing Renewables - October 19, 2016 - By EDF Renewable Energy
As corporations emerge as renewable energy buyers, what are their purchasing options?
In this column sponsored by EDF Renewable Energy, the team takes a closer look at the range of options available to corporations looking to increase their renewable energy supply, and dive into one of the most popular: A virtual power purchase agreement.
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Sourcing Renewables - October 14, 2016 - By EnterSolar
Hooked on solar, but out of roof space?
In this column sponsored by EnterSolar, the team outlines how companies with limited roof space can think outside the box to expand their solar footprint.
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Industrial - September 22, 2016 - By Tom Murray
Walking the walk: Companies lead the call for clean truck standards
A number of America's most iconic brands helped pave the way for the new clean truck standards announced by the U.S. EPA and DOT.
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Energy Storage - September 7, 2016 - By Janice Lin
Energy storage: The facility manager's newest tool
Energy storage can refer to a wide range of technologies and approaches to manage power. There are a number of technologies relevant to commercial and industrial facilities, which can operate as standalone systems or in tandem with a solar PV photovoltaic installation.
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September 6, 2016 - By Constellation
5 signs it's time to rethink your energy strategy
In this column sponsored by Constellation, the team asks: As a facilities manager or purchasing manager, how do you know when your old strategy for buying energy is broken?
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Commercial - July 5, 2016 - By Aaron Daly
The case for utility investment in natural refrigeration technologies
Whole Foods Market global energy coordinator Aaron Daly calls on utilities to help accelerate commercial adoption natural refrigeration systems to replace the use of hydrofluorocarbons, which are said to be thousands of times more powerful than carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas.
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Sourcing Renewables - June 28, 2016 - By John duPont
Your roadmap to 100% renewable energy: Taking the 1st steps
By following a pragmatic, step-by-step approach that starts with committing to big goals, you can lead your organization to transform your energy supply.
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Sourcing Renewables - June 13, 2016 - By Blaine Collison
Finding the right renewable energy project: The importance of comprehensive market access
In this column sponsored by Altenex, Blaine Collison dives into one complexity — market access — that can, managed properly, be turned into an asset for renewable energy buyers.
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June 3, 2016 - By Constellation
Fixing your price doesn't always fix your problem
You need budget certainty; you have numbers to meet this month, but unpredictable power costs can make planning for your business challenging.
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Energy Efficiency - May 3, 2016 - By Scott Wentzell
Putting the pieces together: Building an energy management program to drive value
What actually makes for a strong, holistic energy management program? The Environmental Defense Fund's Scott Wentzell shares insights from the Climate Corps.
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