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Solar - December 30, 2019

MGM Springfield completes 1.4 MW solar canopy

The MGM Springfield casino announced Dec. 19 the completion of a custom 1.382 NW solar canopy on the roof deck of its parking garage, expected to reduce the property’s carbon footprint by 410 metric tons.

GHG Emissions - December 30, 2019

Allstate succeeds in 14% drop in GHG emissions

The Allstate Corporation saw a 14% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in 2018, building on a reduction of 8% in 2017, according to the company’s newly released sustainability report.

Energy Efficiency - December 28, 2019

Weekend reads: the 2020 Democratic candidates talk EVs; solar trends for 2020

It's the final weekend of 2019! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.

December 24, 2019

Schnitzer Steel targets 25% emissions reduction

Schnitzer Steel released Dec. 17 their 2019 Sustainability Report, containing their 2025 energy targets including a goal to reduce emissions from auto and metals recycling by 25% and achieve 90% carbon-free electricity.

Wind - December 24, 2019

Danone North America inks PPA for 20.6 MW of wind

Danone, a Paris-based food and beverage company, entered into a 12-year agreement that will provide them with 20.6 MW of renewable energy and progress them toward their goal of sourcing 100% renewable electricity by 2030.

GHG Emissions - December 23, 2019

Consumer tech saw 9% drop in GHG emissions, CTA report finds

The Consumer Technology Association found that member companies reduced their Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions in the United States by an average of 9%, according to their newly released 2019 Industry Report on GHG Emissions.

Industrial - December 23, 2019

Shiloh Industries joins program to power Michigan facilities with RE

Shiloh Industries will begin to power three of its Michigan facilities with 100% renewable energy following a commitment made to a Michigan clean power program.

Sourcing Renewables - December 21, 2019

Weekend reads: Hawaii's LED Christmas tree; the smartest path to 100% RE

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

Solar - December 20, 2019

Facebook signs on additional 125 MW for Ga. data center

Facebook will be adding an additional 125 MW of solar energy to its portfolio of facilities providing power to its Newton County, Ga., data center in pursuit of its goal to power the facility with 100% renewable energy.