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New artificial intelligence software being implemented at Google data centers is expected to not only reduce the need for human monitoring of its cooling systems but also to increase the energy efficiency of these sites.

7-Eleven announced today the expansion of its RENEW reduced emissions fuel program, the first phase of which saw results that include 24,000 metric tons of carbon emissions offset and 70,000 trees planted.

Southwire Company, a producer of wire and cable products, recently released its 2017 sustainability report, detailing the company's positive business growth as well as updates on its 2021 sustainability targets.

With the recent release of Honda's 2018 Sustainability Report, we focus here on the Environment section, which details the company's "Triple ZERO" approach to addressing CO2 emissions, energy risks and resource and disposal risks.

Mastercard announced plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2025, a target approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The plan will use a 2016 baseline and include both direct and indirect emissions.

The CSL Group, a provider of marine dry bulk cargo handling and delivery services as well as owner and operator of self-unloading vessels, announced it achieved a 5.6% reduction in CO2 emissions per nautical mile in the past year.

Humana announced on August 8 the company’s alignment with the United National Sustainable Development Goals, calling itself one of the first U.S. health insurers to commit to the international targets. The company also released its 2016-2017 Corporate Social Responsibility report.

Levi Strauss & Co. announced on July 31 a new climate action strategy, which includes a 100% renewable electricity target in company-owned facilities, a 90% reduction in GHG emissions in all owned-and-operated facilities, and a 40% reduction in GHG emissions in its supply chain, all by 2025.

Trinseo, the global manufacturer of plastics, latex binders, and synthetic rubber, announced it has achieved a number of notable reductions in its environmental footprint from 2011 to 2017, including a 24% decline in GHG emissions from sources owned or controlled by the company

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