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EU Commission Approves First EU Law to Curb Methane Emissions

November 17, 2023

The EU Commission has approved the provisional agreement reached between the European Parliament and Council on a new EU Regulation to lower energy sector methane emissions in Europe and in global supply chains.

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DOE Allocates $3.5 Billion for Battery Manufacturing

November 17, 2023

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced up to $3.5 billion from the Infrastructure Law to boost domestic production of advanced batteries and battery materials throughout the country.

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WISE Award Nominations Due Today

November 17, 2023

It's your last chance to submit a nomination for Smart Energy Decisions’ third annual WISE Awards to celebrate Women in Smart Energy. Help us shine a light on the significant and influential achievements of women in energy and sustainability from commercial, industrial, institutional and government organizations.

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Keywords: 2024 WISE Awards

WestRock Signs Two VPPAs

November 16, 2023

WestRock, a sustainable fiber-based paper and packaging solutions company, announced it entered into two virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs).

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Tractor Supply Commits to Setting SBTi Goals

November 16, 2023

Tractor Supply Company, a rural lifestyle retailer, announced its commitment to setting science-based targets to reduce carbon emissions in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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CalPERS Establishes $100 Billion Net Zero Pledge

November 16, 2023

CalPERS announced a change to its sustainable investing strategy to accelerate moving the pension fund’s portfolio toward net zero where carbon emissions from investments are evenly balanced with carbon reductions.

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Kellanova to Set SBTi Goals

November 16, 2023

Kellanova, the global snacks company, is reaffirming its commitment to advancing sustainable and equitable access to food, building on commitments established previously by Kellogg Company.

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NYSERDA Allocates $29 Million for Projects to Lower Emissions

November 15, 2023

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced that over $29 million was awarded through Round XIII of the Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) Initiative to 15 projects.

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Quad/Graphics Improves Emissions by 45%

November 15, 2023

Quad/Graphics, Inc. announced that in 2022, Quad Packaging improved its carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions per one million pieces printed by 45%.

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Keywords: Inc., Quad/Graphics

San Antonio to Add Solar at 42 City Facilities

November 15, 2023

The San Antonio City Council approved a $30 million onsite solar project that will install rooftop, parking, and park canopy solar photovoltaic (PV) systems at 42 city facilities.

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DOE to Provide $44 Million for Clean Energy Technologies

November 15, 2023

The U.S. Department of Energy is seeking applications for the Fiscal Year 2024 Core Laboratory Infrastructure for Market Readiness Lab Call.

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The State of Decarbonization: A Closer Look at the Government Sector

November 15, 2023

In this special addendum to Smart Energy Decisions' State of Decarbonization Report, A Closer Look at the Government Sector, we dive deeper into survey results from representatives of government institutions, including cities and municipalities.

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Talos Energy Lowers Emissions by 30%

November 14, 2023

Talos Energy Inc. announced a 30% reduction in Scope 1 GHG emissions intensity ratio for 2022 compared to the 2018 baseline year and a 64% reduction in Scope 2 GHG emissions from its 2018 baseline year to 2022.

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Keywords: Talos Energy

DXC Technology Achieves SBTi Certification

November 14, 2023

DXC Technology, a technology services company, received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term emissions reduction targets.

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Keywords: DXC Technology

US, UK Partner on Fusion Projects

November 14, 2023

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (DESNZ) formed a major new strategic partnership to accelerate the demonstration and commercialization of fusion energy.

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Nucor Sets 2050 Goals

November 14, 2023

Nucor Corporation announced net-zero, science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) targets for 2050 and established a new interim target for 2030.

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Keywords: Nucor

Amazon Launches First Brownfield Solar Project

November 13, 2023

Amazon announces its first brownfield solar project, which will be built over a reclaimed coal mine site in Maryland, and its first renewable energy project in South Korea.

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Keywords: Amazon

Universal Music Group's Targets Validated by SBTi

November 13, 2023

Universal Music Group N.V., a music-based entertainment company, announced that its GHG emission reduction targets were approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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Mitsubishi Electric to Issue Green Bonds

November 13, 2023

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced it will issue green bonds for the first time.

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Neiman Marcus Seeks to Lower Emissions Through Suppliers

November 13, 2023

Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) is seeking to lower its Scope 3 emissions through supplier engagement.

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Keywords: Neiman Marcus

Supply Chain Decarbonization: A Guide to Establishing a Successful Decarbonization Program

November 13, 2023

There is an increased recognition that sustainability efforts must extend beyond a company’s direct operations. Going to where the emissions are is key to driving sustainability impact and meeting stakeholder expectations, producing tangible benefits for your business. This white paper from Edison Energy lays out a framework for success, providing a strategic approach to help break down the challenges of supply chain engagement into manageable steps and practical initiatives that will drive impact.

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Moapa Indian Reservation Deploys Solar

November 13, 2023

The Moapa Band of Paiute Indians will soon add a 275 MWdc solar project coupled with a 75 MW-5hr battery energy storage system to the Moapa Indian Reservation.

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Weekend Reads: National Solar Energy Database Unveiled; Net Zero Targets Continue to Add Up

November 11, 2023

It’s the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.

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Keywords: Weekend reads

Amkor Technology Commits to Setting SBTi Goals

November 9, 2023

Amkor Technology, Inc., a provider of semiconductor packaging and test services, announced that the company committed to setting targets to reduce GHG emissions in alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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Keywords: Amkor Technology

Smart Energy Voices Podcast: Episode 91 - Sustainability, Reliability, and Security While Managing Costs

November 9, 2023

At Smart Energy Decisions’ recent Net Zero Forum, Michelle Lancaster, Microsoft’s Director of Global Sustainability Strategy and GTM, and Chuck Hanna, Vice President of National Accounts and Solutions Sales at Constellation, gave a keynote discussing how Microsoft is working with Constellation to reduce carbon emissions and increase energy reliability – all while managing costs.

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Easterly Government Properties Lowers Emissions With Efficiency Programs

November 9, 2023

Easterly Government Properties, Inc., announced several projects to lower its emissions.

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Transwestern Enters Partnership to Explore Decarbonization

November 9, 2023

Transwestern Investment Group (TIG®) entered into a strategic partnership to explore the development and construction of solar arrays and battery storage solutions for a subset of TIG’s industrial real estate properties.

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Nordson Adds Solar, Efficiency Projects

November 9, 2023

Nordson Corporation began to execute on its climate framework strategy, including the installation of a water filtration and reuse system in Guaymas, Mexico, and onsite solar generation planning at several facilities.

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Keywords: Nordson

AstraZeneca Collaborates to Boost RNG Productivity

November 9, 2023

AstraZeneca is leveraging its global industrial-scale manufacturing and digital capabilities to boost U.S. renewable natural gas productivity.

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Cargill Reduces Emissions by 11%

November 8, 2023

Cargill, an agriculture company, lowered emissions from its operations by 10.97%, achieving its 2025 goal of reducing operations from its emissions by 10% against a 2017 baseline.

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Keywords: Cargill

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