Energy Management Articles
Silicon Valley Power Adds BESS
Electric municipal utility Silicon Valley Power (SVP) will add a battery energy storage system (BESS) of up to 50 megawatts (MW) to enable additional local area capacity for electrical system reliability and flexibility.
US Steel Explores Expansion of Low-Carbon Products
United States Steel Corporation could lower its emissions by expanding its low-carbon and specialized products.
Envista Reduces Emissions by 20%
Envista Holdings Corporation announced a reduction in its GHG emissions (Scope 1 and 2) of 20% on an absolute basis and 22% on an intensity basis.
Toyota, SDG&E Collaborate on V2G Research
Toyota Motor North America (Toyota) entered into a collaboration for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) research for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) using a Toyota bZ4X.
IFCO Lowers Emissions by 12%
IFCO, a provider of reusable packaging containers (RPCs) for fresh products, achieved a 12% reduction in overall Scope 3 emissions.
Virginia State University Enters Into Battery Partnership
Virginia State University (VSU) and Dominion Energy Virginia entered into a partnership to develop a battery storage project that would provide backup power to VSU's Multi-Purpose Center (MPC).
2023 Better Buildings Progress Report
Each year, DOE releases an annual report with key findings, updates, and metrics from the Better Buildings Initiative. Year over year, Better Climate Challenge and Better Buildings Challenge partners are pursuing ambitious GHG, energy, water, and waste reduction goals, and sharing their proven solutions with the marketplace.
Fountain, Colorado Now Offsets 100% Municipal Electrical Use
The City of Fountain, Colorado added a solar array project which now allows the city to offset 100% of the electricity used to power municipal facilities and streetlights.
Weekend Reads: Storing Carbon for 1,000 Years; A Regional Guide to Climate Change
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
SHL Medical Receives Approval From SBTi
SHL Medical, a provider of advanced drug delivery solutions, received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for the company's near-term emissions targets.
Ceres Report: US Carbon Emissions Fell Slightly in 2022
The U.S. power sector recorded a marginal reduction of less than 1% in carbon emissions in 2022, according to an analysis of air emissions for the country's top 100 power producers.
DOE Allocates $3.5 Billion for Battery Manufacturing
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.
WISE Award Nominations Due Today
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.
EU Commission Approves First EU Law to Curb Methane Emissions
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.
WestRock Signs Two VPPAs
WestRock, a sustainable fiber-based paper and packaging solutions company, announced it entered into two virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs).
Kellanova to Set SBTi Goals
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.
Tractor Supply Commits to Setting SBTi Goals
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).
CalPERS Establishes $100 Billion Net Zero Pledge
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.
Quad/Graphics Improves Emissions by 45%
Quad/Graphics, Inc. announced that in 2022, Quad Packaging improved its carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions per one million pieces printed by 45%.
The State of Decarbonization: A Closer Look at the Government Sector
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.
DOE to Provide $44 Million for Clean Energy Technologies
The U.S. Department of Energy is seeking applications for the Fiscal Year 2024 Core Laboratory Infrastructure for Market Readiness Lab Call.
NYSERDA Allocates $29 Million for Projects to Lower Emissions
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.
San Antonio to Add Solar at 42 City Facilities
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.
US, UK Partner on Fusion Projects
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.
Talos Energy Lowers Emissions by 30%
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.
DXC Technology Achieves SBTi Certification
DXC Technology, a technology services company, received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term emissions reduction targets.
Nucor Sets 2050 Goals
Nucor Corporation announced net-zero, science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) targets for 2050 and established a new interim target for 2030.
Amazon Launches First Brownfield Solar Project
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.
Universal Music Group's Targets Validated by SBTi
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).
Neiman Marcus Seeks to Lower Emissions Through Suppliers
Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) is seeking to lower its Scope 3 emissions through supplier engagement.
