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Energy Efficiency - October 19, 2016 - By Amy Poszywak

Verizon aims for efficiency with 'smart store' design

When people think of Verizon, they typically think of cell phones. That might change for people working in energy or sustainability after a closer look at its long-running commitment to energy efficiency.

Sourcing Renewables - October 18, 2016

Report: Clean energy goals drive new buying strategies

As more and more U.S. businesses lay out highly ambitious renewable energy targets, the trends and strategies in corporate procurement of clean energy are shifting, according to a new report.

Energy Efficiency - October 18, 2016

Efficiency projects save refinery $10k+ yearly

Following the completion of a series of energy efficiency projects, oil refinery business Wyoming Refining Co. is expected to see a $10,600 per year reduction in its electric bill.

Sourcing Renewables - October 17, 2016

Google joins 3 other companies in wind PPA

Google joined a new consortium of companies in the Netherlands committed to sourcing renewable energy, through which it will purchase a portion of the electricity from a community-funded wind project.

Energy Efficiency - October 17, 2016

Symantec retrofits cut energy use 30%

Technology company Symantec completely retrofitted two buildings at its Mountain View, Calif., headquarters last year, resulting in a 30% reduction in energy use.

October 15, 2016

Weekend reads: 'Clean coal' progress; world's largest solar project; a wind output web tool & more

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

Solar - October 14, 2016

Large cider mill goes solar for $40k in annual savings

The largest cider mill in New England recently made the decision to go solar with a rooftop installation that is expected to generate close to 90% of its annual electric use.

Energy Procurement - October 14, 2016

Industry study: New England energy costs will rise

A study released earlier this month by a group sponsored by the American Petroleum Institute warns that New England is at a greater risk of higher energy costs and price volatility than a year ago, in part due to new clean energy policies.

Sourcing Renewables - October 13, 2016

Google talks renewables, not storage, at SXSW Eco

Speaking Oct. 10 at the SXSW Eco conference in Austin, Texas, Google's sustainability officer Kate Brandt outlined the company's environmental and energy iniatives, including how it is using technology to advance its efforts.

Energy Efficiency - October 13, 2016

Ohio businesses save $500k+ in energy costs

A group of Ohio businesses and organizations have realized collective savings of more than $500,000 from energy reductions through a joint environmental program sponsored by a public-private sustainability organization and two local utilities.

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