Energy Management Articles
GM Signs Cathode Material Supply Deal
General Motors (GM) has signed a long-term cathode material supply contract worth KRW 25 trillion.
Net Zero Forum Spring Features the Lone Star State
Smart Energy Decisions’ Net Zero Forum Spring will highlight its location in Texas by providing content specific to the area, offering insights and connections that can be applied throughout the country. The Forum is set for February 26-28 at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, The Woodlands, Texas.
USPS Sets 2030 Sustainability Goals
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) announced a set of new sustainability targets for fiscal year 2030 to reduce GHG emissions and waste at all levels of the organization's operations.
Mitsubishi's New Emissions Goals Validated by SBTi
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced its has updated its GHG emissions-reduction targets through 2030 for its corporate group, which have been certified by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
Adient Lowers Emissions by 34%
Adient, a global leader in automotive seating, lowered its global Scope 1 and 2 absolute CO2e emissions by 34% as of Sept. 30, 2023 (using 2019 as its base year). As of the same date, 26% of Adient's total electricity consumption globally is attributable to renewable sources.
Illinois Adds Five Community Solar Projects
A portfolio of five community solar projects in Illinois with a combined capacity of 19 megawatts is scheduled to be finished in 2024.
Cardinal Health Lowers Emissions by 13%
Cardinal Health lowered its Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 13% from a fiscal 2019 base year, achieving progress toward its fiscal 2030 50% reduction goal.
Mississippi State U Adds Solar Project
Mississippi State University added a solar facility on its campus in addition to other projects to lower its emissions.
Lanzajet’s Ethanol SAF Facility Opens
LanzaJet, a sustainable fuels producer, announced the opening of its Freedom Pines Fuels, the first global ethanol to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility.
Kraft Heinz Enters Partnership for UK Green Hydrogen
The Kraft Heinz Company has signed an agreement to study the development of a renewable green hydrogen plant at its Kitt Green manufacturing plant in Wigan, Greater Manchester.
Case Study: Federal Aviation Administration —Oklahoma City, OK
The Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC) in Oklahoma City is a Federal Aviation Administration facility that hosts over 6,300 employees with an annual operating budget of over $1 billion — and the first U.S. Department of Transportation facility to officially establish an energy management system and become 50001 Ready under the U.S. Department of Energy's program to promote sustained energy and GHG savings. Read this case study from Better Buildings for key takeaways from the program's success.
Lamborghini Seeks to Reduce Emissions by 40%
Automobili Lamborghini, a Sant’Agata Bolognese carmaker, has extended its decarbonization program to the entire value chain and seeks to lower total enterprise emissions by 40% for each vehicle by 2030.
Grant Thornton’s Targets Approved by SBTi
Grant Thornton LLP, a provider of audit and assurance, tax and advisory services, received approval for its GHG emissions reduction targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Medallia Sets 2040 Goals, Signs Wind VPPA
Medallia, Inc., a global customer and employee experience company, announced a commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2040.
Weekend Reads: Renewables' Role in Pandemic Recovery Efforts; Introducing Hydrogen Fuel Cell Aircrafts
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:
Electricity 2024: Analysis and Forecast to 2026
Global electricity demand is expected to grow at a faster rate over the next three years as the clean energy transition gathers speed, with all the additional demand forecast to be covered by technologies that produce low-emissions electricity, according to Electricity 2024, the latest edition of the IEA's annual analysis of electricity market developments and policies, providing forecasts for demand, supply and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from the sector through 2026.
Sempra Infrastructure Signs MOU to Advance Clean Energy Efforts
Sempra Infrastructure, an energy infrastructure company and subsidiary of Sempra, announced that it has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU).
GEODIS Seeks to Lower Emissions by 42%
GEODIS, a global logistics service provider, pledged to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% and reduce the carbon intensity of subcontracted transport (Scope 3) by 30% by 2030 compared to 2022.
Google Signs European PPAs, Adds 700 MW Clean Power
Google announced power purchase agreements for more than 700 megawatts of clean energy — including the largest offshore wind projects to date in The Netherlands.
Estes Adds Two Rooftop Solar Installations
Estes, a privately-owned freight carrier in North America, added two rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) installations at Estes’ terminals in Lakewood and Pine Brook, New Jersey.
Wolfson Hospital Switches to Electric Heat
Wolfson Hospital, a public medical center located near Tel Aviv in Holon, Israel, signed a definitive agreement for a seven-year $3.55 million project to receive electric process heat.
Redding Rancheria Tribe to Develop Green Hydrogen Facility
The Redding Rancheria Tribe announced that a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Tribe received a $500,000 grant from the State of California Department of Conservation to assist in the development of a green hydrogen production facility in Red Bluff, California.
Southern Glazer Improves Efficiency, Adds EVs
Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, a distributor of beverage alcohol, announced that its fleet strategy focuses on engine efficiency, supply chain strategy optimization, and a shift to electric vehicles.
OKI Receives SBTi Validation
OKI, a Japanese information and telecommunication manufacturer, received SBTi certification for its FY2030 GHG emission reduction targets.
DENSO to Improve Energy Efficiency at Michigan Plant
DENSO, a mobility supplier that develops advanced technology and components for vehicles, entered into a partnership to increase the sustainability of operations at its thermal manufacturing facility in Battle Creek, Michigan.
SKF Headed Towards 100% Renewable Electricity in US, Canada
SKF, a Swedish manufacturer and supplier of bearings, seals, lubrication systems, and maintenance and power transmission products, entered into two Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) purchase agreements in North America.
Deadline Extended for Net Zero Forum Spring
The deadline for applications for energy customers to attend Net Zero Forum Spring has been extended to Friday, February 2. A limited number of grants are still available to cover all travel, accommodations, and conference costs for qualified energy customers, providing full access to the forum’s pre-scheduled supplier meetings, educational sessions, and networking events.
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust Lowers GHG Emissions by 37%
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust, an owner of urban and resort lifestyle hotels and resorts in the U.S., announced its achievements in lowering emissions at its properties, including a 37% reduction in GHG emission intensity per square foot, compared to the baseline year.
Microsoft Adds Soil Carbon Storage Credits
Microsoft signed an agreement to receive soil carbon drawdown credits.
Universal Corporation Signs Solar PPA
Universal Corporation, a global leaf tobacco supplier, announced that the company entered into a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) to minimize GHG emissions.
