Smart Energy Decisions News

Finance - April 18, 2017

Microsoft reaches utility deal to purchase clean power

In a move meant to support its corporate climate and renewable energy goals, Microsoft Corp. has reached a settlement with Washington utility Puget Sound Energy to allow the tech giant to purchase clean energy from the wholesale market.

Utilities - April 18, 2017

REI, Starbucks, Target opt in for PSE green tariff

A number of large corporate and municipal energy consumers, including REI, Starbucks and Target, have signed up for a new green tariff offering from Puget Sound Energy.

Sourcing Renewables - April 17, 2017

Apple continues work with suppliers on clean energy

As Apple continues to focus on driving sustainability throughout its supply chain, three new companies have committed to using 100% renewable energy to manufacture iPhone parts.

Regulation - April 17, 2017

Energy secretary orders grid study of renewable energy impacts to coal, nuclear generation

Energy Secretary Rick Perry has reportedly ordered a study of the U.S. grid, with a focus on the impacts of an accelerating amount of renewable energy being added to the U.S. mix.

Regulation - April 15, 2017

Weekend reads: 'Ninja force' grid protection; NRG's activist challenge; Trump pressed on climate & more

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

GHG Emissions - April 14, 2017

Using efficiency, clean energy, carbon credits, Salesforce reaches net zero GHG emissions

Salesforce has achieved net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and is providing a carbon neutral cloud for its customers, the cloud computing software company announced April 13.

April 14, 2017

SED advisory board expands to 16 members

Executives from CBRE, Cinemark, Goldman Sachs, HP, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, InterContinential Hotels Group and Sobeys have joined the Smart Energy Decisions advisory board.

April 14, 2017

Taylor Farms deploys cogen, wind, solar project

Taylor Farms, a leading fresh fruit and vegetable producer, has deployed unique, three-part renewable and alternative energy project at a California processing plant that is expected to offset more than 90% of the facility's energy use.

April 13, 2017

IKEA plans Indiana's largest retail solar array

As home furnishing retailer IKEA continues its rollout of solar projects at its U.S. stores, the company announced plans April 13 for a new such system in Indiana that will be the largest retail solar rooftop in the state.

Energy Storage - April 13, 2017

Maryland passes 30% energy storage tax credit

The Maryland legislature has passed a bill establishing a tax credit for commercial and residential energy storage installations, making the state among a small but growing number moving to support the rapidly scaling technology.

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