Energy Management Articles
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.
Crown Holdings Signs VPPA in Spain
Crown Holdings, Inc. entered into a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
PUMA Reduces Emissions 24%
Sports company PUMA reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 24% in 2023 compared to 2022, despite strong sales growth.
2024 Net Zero Forum Spring Wrap-up
Net Zero Forum Spring once again gathered Smart Energy Decisions’ community of energy customers, solution providers and industry experts to deliver qualified connections, up-to-date information, and real-world inspiration to energy, sustainability and facility professionals pursuing emissions reduction targets.
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.
Volvo Group Enters Into JV to Lower Long-Haul Transport Emissions
The Volvo Group signed an agreement to establish a joint venture to lower CO2 emissions from long-haul transport.
Members of European Parliament Adopt Plans to Decarbonize Buildings
Members of the European Parliament adopted plans that were already agreed upon with the European Council to help lower energy consumption and GHG emissions from the buildings sector.
Bloomberg Philanthropies Commits $200 Million for Sustainable Cities
Bloomberg Philanthropies announced Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities, a three-year initiative to increase 25 cities’ efforts to leverage federal funding to proactively build low-carbon, resilient and economically thriving communities.
City of Paramount Adds Solar, EV Charging
The City of Paramount signed a $12 million energy savings contract to add electric vehicle fleet charging stations and photovoltaic systems across the City in addition to water conservation.
Microsoft Adds 408-MW Solar Project in Texas
Microsoft signed a long-term power purchase agreement for the full capacity of the 408 MWac Ash Creek Solar project in Hill County, Texas.
DOE Invests $425 Million to Decarbonize in Former Coal Communities
The U.S. Department of Energy announced $425 million in funding to reduce industrial emissions and advance clean energy manufacturing essential to the U.S. energy supply chain.
Globe's Net Zero Targets Validated by SBTi
Globe, a telecom company based in the Philippines, received the Science Based Targets initiative's validation and approval of its near-term and net-zero science-based greenhouse gas emission reduction targets.
ASSA ABLOY Lowers Emissions by 23%
ASSA ABLOY, a global company in access solutions, lowered its absolute carbon emissions in Scopes 1 and 2 by 23% in 2023 against the 2019 baseline and its water intensity by 51%.
Beyond Checking the Box – How to Create Business Value with Embedded Sustainability
Almost one-third (30%) of executives say they have made significant progress in executing their sustainability strategy – up from 10% a year ago – but turning ambitions into impact remains a challenge, according to a study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, "Beyond Checking the Box – How to Create Business Value with Embedded Sustainability."
Weekend Reads: Making Sense of the New SEC Rule; Solar Shakespeare
It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.
BorgWarner Enters Partnership to Lower Supply Chain Emissions
BorgWarner entered into a strategic partnership to measure and lower its supply chain carbon footprint in order to meet its goal of reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions 25% by 2030.
Nutrien Completes GHG Phase 1 Abatement Program
Nutrien, a provider of crop inputs and services, completed its GHG Phase I abatement program, which included a number of nitrous oxide abatement projects and energy and emission efficiency upgrades.
Get to Know SED's 2024 WISE Award Winners
Smart Energy Decisions presented the third annual WISE (Women in Smart Energy) Awards at our recent Net Zero Forum. As part of International Women’s Day, we want to share details on these winners and raise the profile of the important work being done by women in energy and sustainability.
IMC Purchases Fuel Cell Electric Trucks
IMC, a marine drayage company, unveiled its fleet of 50 hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks.
SWISS, Lufthansa Group Sign Carbon Removal Agreement
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) and the Lufthansa Group entered into a partnership to jointly increase the scale-up of high-quality carbon removal.
Stellantis to Decarbonize Tech in South America
Stellantis announced an investment plan for the South American region totaling €5.6 billion (R$30 billion) from 2025 to 2030 to support the launch of over 40 new products along with the development of new Bio-Hybrid technologies and decarbonization technologies across the automotive supply chain.
Jefferies Financial Discloses Emissions, Buys RECs
Jefferies Financial Group, Inc. disclosed its Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and measured seven categories of Scope 3 emissions.
