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Energy Efficiency - April 6, 2019

Weekend reads: Energy Star shines; Utilities drive towards EV charging

It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:

Energy Efficiency - April 4, 2019

Target’s light bulb moment

Target Corporation announced that more than 2 million LED fixtures are currently in place across nearly all 1,800-plus Target stores nationwide and that these fixtures will now be added to every new store opened by the company, which expects this strategy to reduce energy use at their stores by 10% annually.

Energy Efficiency - April 3, 2019

University of Georgia purchases 20 e-buses

The University of Georgia will purchase up to 20 Proterra Catalyst E2 electric buses, calling the move a significant step forward in reducing carbon emissions and increasing alternative transportation options for the UGA campus transit system, one of the largest of its kind in the country.

GHG Emissions - April 3, 2019

H&M cuts emissions, sets new goals

The H&M Group announced an 11% reduction in CO2 emissions from its operations in 2018. The company also set new goals to reduce the absolute GHG-emissions in the company's own operations by another 40% by 2030.

Energy Efficiency - April 2, 2019

Newark plans 17-building upgrade project

The City of Newark, New Jersey announced an energy savings improvement project that includes upgrading building infrastructure in 17 facilities, from City Hall to Symphony Hall, that will cut the city’s annual energy operating costs by an estimated 36% with potential savings of nearly $1 million a year.

Sourcing Renewables - April 2, 2019

SC Johnson shifts to geothermal power at Wisc. HQ

SC Johnson announced its intention to use geothermal energy to power its Racine, Wisconsin headquarters, a move the company says will greatly reduce their environmental footprint and position the company as a leader in the private sector in the transition to cleaner, renewable energy sources.

Energy Efficiency - April 1, 2019

Denver lights up 44,000 LEDs

The City of Denver will install about 44,000 LED to outdoor fixtures that will emit a neutral, whiter light and save the city some $844,000 a year on their energy bill.

March 29, 2019

Michigan State's long-term view on renewable energy

With students and faculty pushing for environmentally friendly programs and a longer life span than most corporations, universities have special advantages and challenges when it comes to implementing renewable energy programs. In this presentation from a recent Renewable Energy Sourcing Forum, Dr. Wolfgang Bauer of Michigan State University explores higher ed's approach to renewable energy and energy efficiency.

GHG Emissions - March 29, 2019

Missoula goes green at new airport terminal

The Missoula International Airport is adding energy efficiency and emission reductions to its plans for a new terminal. Airport officials from Montana will meet this week with the FAA to pursue a Voluntary Airport Low Emissions grant to provide funding for equipment to reduce the airport’s carbon footprint.

Sourcing Renewables - March 27, 2019