Energy Management Articles
GMO Sets Net Zero Targets
Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo LLC (GMO), a global investment manager, released its initial net zero targets and transition plan.
Egypt to Develop Green Hydrogen
The Government of Egypt and AMEA Power signed a Framework Agreement to develop a 1,000MW green hydrogen project for the production of green ammonia focused on the export market.
White House Proposal to Protect Supply Chain from Climate-Related Risks
The Biden-Harris Administration is taking action to address GHG emissions and protect the Federal Government’s supply chains from climate-related financial risks.
MassMutual Ventures Launches Climate Tech Fund
MassMutual Ventures (MMV) announced it has launched a new $100 million fund to invest in early and growth-stage companies across the U.S. in the climate technology sector.
A.P. Moller - Maersk Partners to Increase Green Marine Fuels Production
A.P. Moller - Maersk and Carbon Sink sign a strategic partnership to accelerate green marine fuels production.
J.B. Hunt Sets 2034 Goals
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. announced a new goal to reduce its carbon emission intensity 32% by 2034 (baseline 2019), advancing the company’s sustainability vision.
Trane Technologies Adds Low-Carbon Steel
Trane Technologies, a global sustainable climate solutions company for buildings, homes and transportation, announced it will further reduce the carbon impact of its HVAC solutions by purchasing low-carbon steel.
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol 2nd Annual Report
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has published its second annual report, detailing a 25% reduction in energy use and a 21% reduction in GHG emissions among its members.
Novozyme Emissions Target Approved by SBTi
Novozymes announced its net-zero target was validated by the Science Based Targets initiative.
Dole Fresh Vegetables Adds Wind Turbines
Dole Fresh Vegetables, a division of Dole plc announced the implementation and activation of two General Electric 2.8 Megawatt wind turbines at its salad processing plant in Soledad, California.
Africa Clean Energy Investment at an 11-year Low
New capital allocated for wind, solar, geothermal and other renewable power projects in Africa fell to an 11-year low, according to a new report from BloombergNEF.
Wendy’s Florida Restaurants Add Solar Power
The Wendy’s Company announced that seven restaurants in the Central Florida area are sourcing renewable energy from Duke Energy Florida’s Clean Energy Connection program.
Ford Motor Partners for Supply Chain Sustainability
Ford Motor Company and Manufacture 2030 announced a strategic partnership to help Ford’s suppliers meet their carbon reduction targets toward Ford’s goal of reaching carbon neutrality no later than 2050 globally.
GE Healthcare Reinforces 2050 Goal
GE Healthcare joined the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the White House in the pledge to decarbonize the health care sector and make health care facilities more resilient to the effects of climate change.
Beyond the Meter Episode 19: Driving Energy Innovation in Data Centers with Clemson University
In the latest episode of the Beyond the Meter Podcast, host John Failla is joined by Jay Harris, Director of Data Center Services and Facilities for Clemson University, and Wayne Johnson, Key Segment Manager for Education at Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions. They discuss their organizations’ collaboration on energy infrastructure projects and provide insights into why these projects are critical to the university’s overall success.
Stony Brook University Hospital Sets 2030 Goals
Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) committed to reducing emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
Volvo Delivers Electric Trucks With Fossil-free Steel
Volvo Trucks has begun delivery to customers of a series of heavy-duty electric, 44-ton trucks that are built with fossil-free steel.
United Airlines Chooses Electric Air Taxi Route
United Airlines and Archer Aviation Inc. announced their first airport to city center route between United’s hub at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and New York City.
H&M Group Sets 2030 Goals
H&M Group set a goal to reduce the group’s Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 56% respectively by 2030 (from a 2019 baseline).
CEMEX Emission Goals Approved by SBTi
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. announced that its 2030 decarbonization goals were validated through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This validation includes Scope 1, 2, and 3 targets.
Weekend Reads: A Look at the First Days of COP27; Midterms Climate Wins
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
GM, SDG&E Partner to Explore Vehicle-to-Grid Tech
General Motors (GM) and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) announced an agreement to investigate the feasibility of integrating EVs into the electric grid as a local energy resource.
Southern California CCAs to Receive Geothermal Electricity
A group of nine California-based community choice aggregators (CCAs) will receive geothermal power.
New York City Transit Adds Bus Charging Posts
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority chose The Mobility House to deploy its smart charging and energy management solution ChargePilot for New York City Transit (NYCT), a public bus fleet operator in the U.S.
Madison Gas and Electric Updates Emission Goals
Madison Gas and Electric (MGE) plans to reduce carbon at least 80% by 2030 as it works with customers toward achieving net-zero carbon electricity by 2050.
Braskem Inks Clean Energy Deals for WV and Penn. Facilities Through 2027
Braskem America signed contracts to receive renewable power and emissions-free energy for its production facilities in West Virginia and Pennsylvania, as well as to purchase RECs for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
UK Taskforce Publishes Framework for Climate Disclosures
The UK Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT), first announced at COP26 in 2021, has announced the publication of its Disclosure Framework and accompanying Implementation Guidance.
CDP to Incorporate ISSB Climate-Related Disclosures Standard
CDP will soon be incorporating the International Sustainability Standard Board’s (ISSB) IFRS S2 Climate-related Disclosures Standard [IFRS S2] into its global environmental disclosure platform.
Gardewine Grows EV Transportation Fleet
Gardewine, a Canadian transportation and logistics company, announced that it added seven electric vans and one electric MV series truck to its fleet of vehicles.
Loews Hotels & Co - 50001 Ready at 11 Hotels
Loews Hotels & Co, operator of 26 hotels and resorts, strives to be an industry leader in environmental sustainability. This column from Better Buildings details the company's pursuit of DOE's 50001 Ready Program for energy management at 11 properties, including the creation of energy management teams at each facility.
