Commercial

Ipsos, a French market research and data company, announced that the Science Based Targets initiative validated the company’s science-based GHG emissions reductions targets.

GEODIS, a global logistics provider, announced that the SBTi has approved its near-term science-based emission reduction target.

In this episode of Plugged In, host Chuck Hanna talks with Chris Pennington, Director of Energy and Sustainability for Iron Mountain Data Centers, about the company's ambitious decarbonization efforts and commitment to 24/7 carbon-free energy. They dive into the challenges and solutions of tracking and achieving hourly energy matching, the changing landscape of clean energy products, and the importance of granular data in setting sustainability goals. Chris also shares insights on the growing intersection of environmental and business performance, offering valuable lessons for organizations at all stages of their sustainability journey.

Cement in concrete is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions but is also integral to the data centers behind Meta's technologies and programs. As the company focuses on reducing its emissions and achieving net zero emissions across its value chain in 2030, it is exploring new approaches to data center design to minimize environmental impact.

Delta Airlines entered into a new partnership to increase the use of sustainable airline fuel and improve the efficiency of its flights.

Aspo Plc joined the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and committed to set a near-term company-wide science-based emission reduction target.

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

General Motors announced plans to further accelerate EV infrastructure growth in the U.S by installing hundreds of ultra-fast charging ports at strategic locations across the country.

Global nuclear engineering company Assystem announced that its short-term GHG emissions reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

President Joe Biden announced a new climate target for the United States: a reduction of 61-66% in 2035 from 2005 levels in net GHG emissions.