Energy Management Articles
Smart Energy Voices Podcast: Episode 98 - An Entrepreneur's Journey in Clean Energy
In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, Debra Chanil speaks with Brittney Boyd, founder and CEO of the Energy Equity Group (EEG). Brittney shares her personal journey, from growing up in a low-income neighborhood to becoming an influential figure in the clean energy industry, and delves deeper into the mission and goals of the Energy Equity Group.
Treasury Department, IRS Reach Milestone for Clean Energy Tax Credits
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service announced a new milestone in implementation of key provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act to expand the reach of the clean energy tax credits.
Stellantis, California Partner to Lower Carbon Emissions
Stellantis announced a partnership with the California Air Resources Board, demonstrating the company’s goal to achieve a goal to be carbon net zero by 2038.
Glencore Sets New Emission Targets
Glencore introduced a new interim industrial emissions reduction target and laid out its plans for the next three years, including the risks and opportunities of its current combined energy and metals businesses.
Overview: Renewable Energy Certificates
A new guide, “Overview: Renewable Energy Certificates” provided by the U.S. Department of Energy's Better Climate Challenge, presents REC definitions and characteristics, regional tracking systems, procurement, and accounting and reporting for the U.S. renewable energy market.
Mercedes-Benz Sets More Emissions Goals
Mercedes-Benz announced a continued global expansion of its electric passenger car portfolio, targeting an up to 50% share of xEVs in the new vehicle fleet in the second half of the decade, and a goal to lower production CO2 emissions by 80% by the end of the decade.
Penske Truck Leasing Launches Electric Charging
Penske Truck Leasing announced the launch of a large-scale, centralized electric truck charging solution that supports Penske's electric truck deployments for its customers in the Stockton, California, area.
Morehouse College's Energy Efficiency Recognized by DOE
The U.S. Department of Energy recognized Better Buildings Challenge partner Morehouse College for lowering its energy intensity by more than 30% since 2023, achieving its Better Buildings Challenge goal, and accelerating progress toward its internal net-zero targets.
Google, Microsoft Launch Initiative to Scale Clean Energy Tech
Google LLC and Microsoft Corporation announced they will work together across the electricity ecosystem to develop new business models and aggregate their demand for advanced clean electricity technologies.
Tarkett Achieves Progress in Lowering Emissions
Tarkett, a sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions company, announced that in 2023, 44% of the company's total energy consumption came from renewable energies. Thirteen production sites sourced 100% of their electricity from renewable energies, including the Chagrin Falls and Middlefield plants in Ohio.
Brilliant Earth Group to Set SBTi Goals
Brilliant Earth Group, Inc., a fine jewelry company, committed to set near-term company-wide emission reductions in line with the Science Based Targets initiative.
Matchbook Learning Schools Adds Solar, Energy Upgrades
Matchbook Learning Schools of Indiana received a $5.3 million grant to finance several energy improvements to The Match High School and Career Center buildings, including a new 165KW photovoltaic solar and battery energy storage system.
Owens Corning Lowers Emissions 28%
Owens Corning achieved a 28% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2018 baseline.
SED Previews Renewable Energy Forum 2024
Smart Energy Decisions is sharing a preview of the educational topics and energy solution providers that will be featured at the Renewable Energy Forum this June 12-14 in Aventura, Florida.
Lime Signs for Lower Emissions Shipping
Lime, an operator of shared light electric vehicles, announced a new deal for zero-emissions port-to-hub shipping for all Lime freight arriving in North America through the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
Salt Lake City Courthouse to Receive Energy Upgrades
The U.S. General Services Administration announced nearly $50 million in Inflation Reduction Act funds for improvements to the historic Frank E. Moss U.S. Courthouse in Salt Lake City.
DOE Announces National Zero-Emission Freight Corridor Strategy
The Biden-Harris Administration released the National Zero-Emission Freight Corridor Strategy that was developed by the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation and U.S. Department of Energy, in collaboration with the Department of Transportation and the Environmental Protection Agency.
California School Districts Add V2G Tech
Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) and the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) and American Transportation, the school bus fleet operator servicing these students, will deploy Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology to support grid reliability and mitigate extreme weather events.
Weekend Reads: Nuclear Is Having a Moment; All About Carbon Credits
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
Cardinal Health Receives SBTi Approval
Cardinal Health announced the company received approval by the Science Based Targets initiative for its near-term science-based greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets.
Saint-Gobain Lowers Manufacturing Emissions by 96%
Saint-Gobain, through its building materials subsidiary CertainTeed Siding, announced that it has achieved a 96% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from the manufacturing of polymer shakes, vinyl trim, millwork, and vinyl siding at its manufacturing facilities in McPherson, Kansas, Social Circle, Georgia, and Williamsport, Maryland, respectively.
Google Sets Aim for $35 Million in Carbon Credits
Google has pledged to match the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Carbon Dioxide Removal Purchase program and plans to contract for at least $35 million worth of carbon removal credits over the next 12 months.
NYC's Green Economy Action Plan
In 2023, New York City committed to creating a comprehensive industry action plan that defines the green economy and lays out the City's path to seizing the opportunity it presents. The Green Economy Action Plan sets forth the first-ever universal understanding of the green economy in New York City and establishes a baseline to understand its growth over time.
Crown Holdings Signs VPPA in Spain
Crown Holdings, Inc. entered into a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement.
DOE Allocates $750 Million for Hydrogen Projects
The U.S. Department of Energy announced $750 million to lower the cost of clean hydrogen for 52 projects across 24 states.
Canadian Forces Base to Undergo Energy Upgrades
The Canadian Forces Base in Edmonton, Canada, will undergo a massive energy upgrade project across 124 buildings covering 4.6 million square feet.
THOR Industries Receives Electric Chassis
THOR Industries received its first delivery of an electric chassis that it plans to upfit into an electrified class A RV.
Manapōuri Power Station Adds Electric Hydrofoiling Ferry
Lake Manapōuri in New Zealand is about to receive its first electric hydrofoiling ferry, the Candela P-12.
Bimbo Bakeries USA Premieres Six Onsite Microgrids
Bimbo Bakeries USA has implemented onsite microgrids at six of their sites in California, which will provide nearly 20% of the company’s energy usage and save an estimated 1,700 CO2e tons per year.
Cargill Tests Wind Propulsion Tech
Cargill revealed results of the six-month test period of the Pyxis Ocean, a vessel retrofitted with wind propulsion technology.
