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Wind - April 3, 2018

MGP commits to 100% wind power

MGP, a leading U.S. supplier of premium distilled spirits and specialty wheat proteins and starches, announced a major renewable energy initiative with the commitment to source 100% of their electricity needs from renewable wind power.

April 3, 2018

Apple, IKEA, Tesla among climate policy leaders

Apple, Ikea, Tesla, and Unilever are among the top 20 companies cited in the “A-List of Climate Policy Engagement” report of those leading in strategic lobbying for the ambitions of the Paris Agreement around the world.

Energy Efficiency - April 2, 2018

2018 Energy Star Award winners announced

The 2018 Energy Star Awards were announced by the EPA, recognizing a total of 163 winners among businesses and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency achievements.

Energy Efficiency - April 2, 2018

Citi deal powers QTS data center

Global bank Citi announced a 10-year agreement to supply clean, renewable energy to a QTS Realty Trust data center in Irving, TX. The contract will provide renewable energy for 100% of the 54-acre, 700,000 sq. ft. data center’s power needs.

Regulation - March 31, 2018

Weekend reads: Why is Trump angry?; Wireless EV recharging coming soon & more

Kick back with these must-read energy stories from around the web:

Regulation - March 30, 2018

Va. Supreme Court decision favors renewable energy shopping

The Virginia Supreme Court on Mar. 29 upheld a decision by state regulators that large electricity users seeking all-renewable power can shop for it without regard for a requirement that they give five years’ notice if they want to return to utility service

Energy Efficiency - March 30, 2018

NHL promotes sustainability achievements

The National Hockey League (NHL) reported a 1-percent reduction of energy consumption and a 2-percent reduction in CO2 emissions as part of its first NHL Green month, celebrating their ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability.

GHG Emissions - March 29, 2018

Walmart brings Project Gigaton to China

Walmart announced on Mar. 29 the launch of Project Gigaton in China, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its China value chain by 50 million metric tons by 2030. The company expects to enroll all of its export and domestic suppliers in China

Sourcing Renewables - March 29, 2018

Chula Vista premieres EV fleet and charging stations

The City of Chula Vista, Calif. unveiled a fleet of new electric vehicles and an array of EV charging stations at City Hall. The program was created in a partnership between the city and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) in order to accelerate clean transportation

Sourcing Renewables - March 28, 2018

Colorado invests millions in EV charging stations

Colorado air pollution officials finalized a plan to spend a total of $68.7 million on electric and alternative-fuel vehicles as a way to cut car and truck pollution across the state, including $10.3 million specifically for EV charging stations

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