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Walmart Adds Solar in Texas
Walmart Inc. signed a 15-year power purchase agreement for a portion of a new 180-megawatt solar project in Texas.
Walmart Suppliers Lead the Charge, Help Deliver Project Gigaton Goal More Than Six Years Early
Walmart's Project Gigaton called for the retailer's suppliers to reduce, avoid or sequester 1 gigaton — that’s 1 billion metric tons — of GHG emissions in product value chains by 2030. In this column, Executive Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer Kathleen McLaughlin explains how this goal was reached six years early.
Walmart Reaches Emission Goal Early
Walmart announced its goal to lower, avoid, or sequester 1 gigaton or 1 billion metric tons of its GHG emissions in product value chains was achieved six years early.
Walmart and Rubi Laboratories Breathe Fresh Air into Sustainable Fashion
What if we could make affordable clothing from carbon emissions? In this column, Walmart's Andrea Albright explores a first-of-its-kind collaboration aimed at capturing carbon emissions from manufacturers and facilities in the Walmart supply chain and converting them into a garment prototype – with zero waste.
Community Solar for the Retail Sector
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.
Walmart Debuts Renewable Natural Gas Engine
Walmart announced it will incorporate a 15-liter compressed natural gas engine into its private fleet.
Walmart to Expand EV Charging Network
Walmart announced plans to build an EV fast-charging network at thousands of Walmart and Sam's Club locations across the U.S. by 2030.
Walmart Buys 4,500 EVs
Walmart signed a definitive agreement with Canoo to purchase 4,500 all-electric delivery vehicles.
Walmart Adds Green Hydrogen for Trucks
Walmart Inc. announced an agreement with Plug Power Inc. for an option to deliver up to 20 tons per day of liquid green hydrogen to power material handling lift trucks across Walmart distribution and fulfillment centers in the U.S.
Walmart, FedEx To Buy BrightDrop Electric Vans
Walmart and FedEx signed agreements to purchase electric delivery vans from BrightDrop, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Motors.
Walmart Sets Science-based Targets for Suppliers
Walmart announced the creation of a supply chain finance program that will lower GHG emissions reductions through CDP’s TCFD-aligned disclosures, but uses science-based targets for the first time.
Walmart Closes on Inaugural $2 Billion Green Bond
Walmart announced Sept. 23 that it has closed on its $2 billion inaugural green bond offering.
Walmart Reflects on 51 Solar Projects Installed Across Locations
Walmart has completed agreements for more than 50 solar projects totaling 38.3 MW installed at locations across seven states.
Walmart Issues First-Ever Green Bond at $2 Billion
Walmart announced Sept. 8 the pricing of its first-ever green bond, set at $2 billion.
Walmart Subscribes to NY Community Solar Projects
Walmart announced Aug. 3 that it entered into an agreement to support 129 MW of community solar projects, representing one of the largest deals of its kind.
New Indiana Wind Farm Serves Facebook and Walmart
A 198 MW wind farm that will provide power to both Facebook and Walmart is now operational in Indiana.
Setting Records, Walmart Continues Moving Toward Becoming a Totally Renewable Business
Doing what’s right for the future of our planet means making major change. That’s why Walmart has committed to becoming a regenerative company powered by 100% renewable energy in its operations by 2035. In this column, Mark Vanderhelm, VP of Energy and Facilities Management, explains how Walmart is setting an example for what one company can do to move toward a cleaner future.
Walmart Continues Move Toward 100% Renewable Energy
Walmart announced on April 29 that more than 500 MW of new renewable generation capacity are now operational through a collaboration with ENGIE North America.
Solar Power Energizes Seven California Walmart Locations
Solar power now energizes seven Walmart stores in California after the completion of rooftop and parking lot carport solar installations bring 6.5 megawatts (MW) of electricity to locations in Burbank, Calexico, North Highlands, Perris, Placerville, Sacramento, and Wasco, California.
New wind will give energy to Walmart, Smithfield Foods, Starbucks
A 303 MW wind farm that will provide clean energy to Walmart, Smithfield Foods and Starbucks is now operational in southern Oklahoma.
Corporate solar installations increased 1,286 MW in 2019
Apple, Amazon and Walmart ranked in the top corporate solar users in 2019 and were major contributors to the 1,286 MW of new commercial solar capacity that was added in the U.S. last year.
Walmart commits to zero emissions by 2040
Walmart announced Sept. 21 that they are committed to achieving zero emissions across their global operations by 2040 and to being a regenerative company by supporting the protection, management or restoration of at least 50 million acres of land and one million square miles of ocean by 2030.
Walmart launches supplier renewable energy program
Walmart announced Sept. 10 their newest project, the Gigaton PPA Program, which will provide the superstore giant’s U.S.-based suppliers with increased access to renewable energy opportunities.
Walmart cut emissions 7.7% since 2015
Walmart saw a 3.8% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions last year, reflecting a 7.7% decrease since their baseline year of 2015.
Walmart 2020 Environmental, Social and Governance Report
Walmart's 2020 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report provides information on key ESG metrics and initiatives for the company's fiscal year ending January 31, 2020.
Walmart request for energy shopping in VA denied
A request by Walmart to shop for a cheaper mix of energy in Virginia was rejected by the Commonwealth's Supreme Court last week, supporting Dominion Energy's hold on the electric market in the area.
Walmart warns against Dominion Energy RE tariff
Walmart expressed concerns this week about a proposed renewable energy tariff by Dominion Energy, after a report came out from the Virginia State Corporation Commission pushing for the project's approval, by warning that the cost of the utility’s plan would be too high what energy would be offered.
Walmart, Salesforce now receiving power from newly operational wind farm
A 205 MW wind farm in Illinois that will supply power to Walmart and Salesforce was recently competed and is now delivering clean power to the commercial customers.
Facebook, Google, AT&T claim top spots among 2019 corporate energy buyers
Facebook, Google and AT&T topped the list of the 2019 Top 10 Large Energy Buyers in a report that reveals a total of 9.33 GW renewable energy procurement in the U.S.
Alphabet, Citigroup, Walmart make CDP corporate climate leader A List
Alphabet, Citigroup, Microsoft and Walmart were included in the list of 179 companies on CDP's A List for corporate transparency and action on climate change, created from the scoring of over 8,000 companies worldwide.
