Smart Energy Decisions Research Center

January 30, 2023

The Plan for Sustainability @ Bucknell

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 1/30/2023
Source: Bucknell University

Bucknell University has released "The Plan for Sustainability @ Bucknell: A Sustainable Living-learning Community 2020-2030. This 10-year aspirational plan for environmental sustainability is in accordance with the guidance from the University's strategic plan to address energy use and sourcing, biodiversity, waste minimization, and recycling as it heads towards the goal of carbon neutrality by 2030.

Distributed Energy Resources - January 27, 2023

Connecting Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure to Commercial Buildings

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 1/27/2023
Source: Better Buildings
Primary Topic: Distributed Energy Resources

Demand for EV charging at commercial buildings will significantly increase with wider mainstream EV adoption and as businesses return to more normal operations following COVID-19 pandemic disruptions. In the factsheet from Better Buildings and NREL, explore how EV chargers (EVC) can be connected to commercial buildings and the effects that charging will have on the building's electrical distribution system.

Commercial - January 23, 2023

Decarbonizing Retail with Integrated Energy Solutions

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 1/23/2023
Source: Shell Energy
Primary Topic: Commercial

While the immediate threat of the pandemic has passed and retailers continue their recovery, the industry remains under immense pressure as it refocuses on the challenges of decarbonizing activities in a sustainable way. In this white paper from Shell Energy, learn about the risks and opportunities on the path toward decarbonizing retail.

Distributed Energy Resources - January 20, 2023

The U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 1/19/2023
Primary Topic: Distributed Energy Resources

This U.S. National Blueprint For Transportation Decarbonization offers a whole-of-government approach to transforming the transportation sector and sets forth an interagency call to action to coordinate and work effectively together.

Distributed Energy Resources - January 13, 2023

eBook: Electrifying Fleets for Dummies

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 1/13/2023
Source: Enel X Way
Primary Topic: Distributed Energy Resources

Public and private fleet operators are switching to electric vehicle fleets to reduce costs, cut emissions, and lower their carbon footprint. Whatever type of fleet you operate, clean electric vehicles and smart EV charging solutions reduce operating costs over their lifetime. This helpful ebook from Enel X Way walks you through some need-to-know information that can help you get an electric fleet up and running.

January 12, 2023

State of Corporate Sustainability Report

Type: Presentation
Date Published: 1/12/2023
Source: Atrius

The 2023 State of Corporate Sustainability Report reveals the impact of two previously independent megatrends beginning to intersect: sustainability initiatives focused on limiting the effects of climate change and technology-based digital transformations. Explore the results of research from Atrius® and Smart Energy Decisions regarding the current state of sustainability reporting and energy management, which reflects the experience and insight of 300+ industry professionals across multiple sectors.

GHG Emissions - January 9, 2023

Case Study: How Brandywine Implements Social Equity and Carbon Reduction in Their Portfolio

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 1/9/2023
Source: IMT (Institute for Market Transformation); Better Buildings
Primary Topic: GHG Emissions

In this case study, IMT and the Department of Energy’s Better Buildings Alliance highlight Brandywine Realty Trust, a long-time partner of Green Lease Leaders, and their notable work on incorporating social impact goals into their leasing practices.

January 4, 2023

Massachusetts Clean Energy and Climate Plan for 2050

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 1/4/2023
Source: State of Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Clean Energy and Climate Plan for 2050 continues the Commonwealth's efforts in identifying comprehensive and detailed strategies to achieve Net Zero in 2050.

Wind - December 14, 2022

Case Study: PPA Production Volume Flexibility

Type: Case Study
Date Published: 12/14/2022
Source: TransAlta
Primary Topic: Wind

Alberta-based TransAlta Corporation, a long-time developer and generator in Canada, the US, and Australia, is building Garden Plain to help two corporations, Pembina Pipeline, a leading Alberta-based energy company and another undisclosed customer, achieve their ambitious sustainability goals.

December 12, 2022

State of Decarbonization Report 2022

Type: Research Study
Date Published: 12/12/2022
Source: Smart Energy Decisions

Customers, investors, and regulators are increasingly calling for action to mitigate climate change, and businesses are listening. Inaction impacts how your business is perceived. In fact, 65% of organizations surveyed cited reputational risk as their primary reason for decarbonizing. The State of Decarbonization Report 2022 delivers actionable, survey-based information to help you effectively move forward.