Smart Energy Decisions Research Center

GHG Emissions - June 14, 2023

U.S. National Clean Hydrogen Strategy and Roadmap

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 6/14/2023
Source: Department of Energy
Primary Topic: GHG Emissions

The DOE prepared the U.S. National Clean Hydrogen Strategy and Roadmap to identify key actions that enable successful market adoption of clean hydrogen technologies in support of a net-zero GHG emission economy by 2050. Read this report to explore key actions that enable successful market adoption of clean hydrogen in support of a net-zero economy.

June 9, 2023

Renewable Energy Market Update

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 6/9/2023
Source: IEA (International Energy Agency)

Renewable power is on course to shatter more records as countries around the world speed up deployment. With the global energy crisis as a catalyst, solar PV and wind are set to lead the largest annual increase in new renewable capacity ever, according to a new report from IEA (International Energy Agency), "Renewable Energy Market Update."

Solar - June 7, 2023

Community Solar for the Retail Sector

Type: Case Study
Date Published: 6/7/2023
Source: Better Buildings, U.S. Department of Energy
Primary Topic: Solar

Investing in community solar has become a viable option for large companies looking to help spur the development of localized renewable energy, while also making progress toward their own climate and social equity goals. The "Community Solar for the Retail Sector" fact sheet from Better Buildings explains how retailers - including Starbucks, Kohl's, and Walmart - can benefit while also supporting clean, local energy.

Energy Efficiency - June 2, 2023

Data + Analytics: Connecting Energy Usage to Your Business Goals

Type: Article
Date Published: 6/5/2023
Source: Constellation
Primary Topic: Energy Efficiency

In recent years, companies have developed a greater understanding of how important it is to manage their energy usage. This article from Constellation explores how, with a strategic approach, they can be proactive in reducing their carbon footprints to promote both savings and sustainability.

Sourcing Renewables - May 24, 2023

Top 5 Energy Trends for 2023

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 5/24/2023
Author: By Enel
Source: Enel
Primary Topic: Sourcing Renewables

In “Top 5 Energy Trends for 2023,” experts from Enel offer insight into critical energy themes, including capturing the value of the Inflation Reduction Act, competing for clean energy amid increasing demand, responding to stakeholder pressure to decarbonize, and more.

Sourcing Renewables - May 17, 2023

Alternative Clean Fuels for Decarbonization: Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) & Green Hydrogen

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 5/17/2023
Source: Ameresco
Primary Topic: Sourcing Renewables

The urgent need to develop alternatives to fossil gas is underscored on a near-daily basis. To achieve ambitious decarbonization goals set forth, alternative fuels need to scale quickly. Read the latest report from Ameresco to learn more about emerging alternatives to fossil gas – including green hydrogen and renewable natural gas (RNG).

GHG Emissions - May 14, 2023

Wendy's 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 5/14/2023
Source: The Wendy's Company
Primary Topic: GHG Emissions

The Wendy's Company 2022 Corporate Responsibility report details significant progress against the three key pillars of the Company's Good Done Right ESG strategy: Food, People and Footprint. The report reflects milestones on Wendy's® journey to drive positive change, including setting new goals to cut GHG emissions.

May 12, 2023

Microsoft's 2022 Environmental Sustainability Report

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 5/12/2023
Source: Microsoft

Microsoft’s 2022 Environmental Sustainability Report features a look at a company focused on getting its own house in order and delivering on its sustainability commitments.

May 10, 2023

Bloomberg 2022 Impact Report

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 5/10/2023
Source: Bloomberg

Bloomberg LP presents its 2022 Impact Report, which outlines how the company continues to address climate change through its operations and products, philanthropy and collaborations with partners and industry peers.

Sourcing Renewables - April 28, 2023

Insights from the June 2022 Renewable Energy Forum/Summer

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 4/28/2023
Source: Smart Energy Decisions
Primary Topic: Sourcing Renewables

As we look forward to the next edition of the Renewable Energy Forum, June 5-7 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, let's take a look back at the June 2022 Renewable Energy Forum. This Insights report, part of our continuing series, offers a recap of selected general sessions to give you an idea of how buyers and suppliers came together to share ideas on best practices in renewable energy sourcing.