Commercial | Page 61

Voya Financial announced Oct. 29 the construction of solar carports at its new office in Chandler, Ariz., that could offset more than 663,600 kWh of electricity in its first year of operation.

lululemon athletica announced Oct. 28 that it is committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity for its operations by 2021 and reducing carbon emissions across its global supply chain by 60% per unit of value added by 2030.

The Virtual Renewable Sourcing Forum, set for December 7-11, 2020, has announced two high profile keynote speakers, general session presentations, sponsors, and almost 40 large electric powers as attendees.

A local San Diego manufacturer of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) announced Oct. 27 that it installed a solar energy system that will power its manufacturing plant.

Costa Cruises, a branch of Carnival Corporation and the leading cruise line in Europe, announced Oct. 26 that it achieved Italy's first LNG bunkering operation for an LNG-powered ship.

Starwood Property Trust announced Oct. 19 the release of its first sustainability bond to the sum of $300 million.

In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, Dave Grupp, VP and Head of Renewable Services at Direct Energy Business, gives us his take on the evolution of the retail energy business, including the expanding role that renewable energy is playing within it. After 15 years in the industry, Dave has had a front-row seat to the changes that have taken place and has seen the market mature and evolve in that time. From challenges to successes and goals to inspirations, this is an episode with something for everyone. Energy is growing, so learning from others is one way we can grow with it.

HNI Corporation announced Oct. 21 that it had joined the RE100 initiative and set a goal for 100% renewable electricity by 2030.

A new report found that 20% of large U.S. commercial and industrial facilities would financially and operationally benefit from on-site, behind-the-meter wind energy projects.

As we look forward to the winter edition of the Virtual Renewable Energy Sourcing Forum, December 7-11, let's take a look back at our summer VRESF. This Insights report, part of our continuing series, offers a recap of each general session to give you the flavor of this thought-provoking and actionable content.