Packaging solutions company Berry Global Group, Inc. announced it lowered Scope 1 and 2 absolute emissions by 28.3% compared to the 2019 baseline....read more

Consumers Energy announced its Grand Rapids service area will launch an EV charging pilot program....read more

American Packaging Corporation (APC), a flexible packaging solutions company, announced the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved its near-term science-based emissions reduction target....read more

The University of Chicago has an ambitious goal to reduce absolute GHG emissions 50% by 2030. Specific to the waste reduction area of its Campus Sustainability Plan, the University researched ways for employees to creatively reuse products and recirculate assets to reduce GHG emissions from landfilled waste. In this column from Better Buildings, learn how the University implemented a program to reduce emissions through reuse and recycling that has resulted in an estimated 19,912 kg eCO2 of internal embodied carbon avoidance, 87,600 lbs. in weight diverted from landfill, nearly $700,000 in value recaptured, and more....read more

As part of a larger energy savings performance contract (ESPC) in its district, Hart County Schools’ Memorial Elementary School instituted changes that achieved a 66% reduction in energy usage. Through the ESPC with CMTA, a Better Buildings Design and Construction Ally, the school implemented a geothermal ground source heat pump system as well as energy efficiency upgrades after a detailed audit. In this column, learn more about the project that has reduced energy consumption and generated substantial utility cost savings while improving the learning environment....read more