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Microgrids - June 15, 2022

Microsoft Invests in California Microgrid

Microsoft announced that it has plans to develop California’s largest microgrid that is fully supported by renewable natural gas (RNG) to provide its San Jose, California data center with back-up power to ensure continuous operations.

June 15, 2022 - By Better Buildings

Catholic University of America Preps Students for a Changing Climate

Better Buildings Challenge partner The Catholic University of America (CUA) isn’t just increasing energy efficiency: they’re also working to foster next generation of the buildings and decarbonization workforce. In this column, the Better Buildings Beat Team describes bringingtogether speakers from government, industry, universities, and nonprofits to cultivate connections among students, professionals, and university members.

GHG Emissions - June 15, 2022

Emerson Sets 2045 Goals

Emerson, a technology and software solutions company, announced its sustainability strategy to achieve net zero GHG Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions by 2045.

June 15, 2022

Dow Updates Emission Progress

Dow Inc.’s strategy to decarbonize and grow, included plans to build a net-zero carbon emissions, integrated ethylene cracker and derivatives site in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta.

GHG Emissions - June 15, 2022

Alamos Gold Targets 30% GHG Reduction

Alamos Gold Inc. announced its target of a 30% reduction in GHG emissions by 2030 from the 2020/2021 average baseline year. This target includes Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions. This is a significant milestone in Alamos’ sustainability journey and

GHG Emissions - June 14, 2022

Aramark Sets 2030 Goals, Signs Pledge

Aramark,a U.S.-based food service provider, announced it is the first contract catering company in the U.S. to sign World Resources Institute’s (WRI) Cool Food Pledge.

GHG Emissions - June 14, 2022

Helios Technologies Sets 2050 Goal

Helios Technologies, Inc. , an engineered motion control and electronic controls technology company, announced it has set a long-term commitment to achieve net zero GHG by 2050 for its operated assets.

Finance - June 14, 2022

KLA Closes $1.5 Billion Sustainability-Linked Credit Facility

KLA Corporation announced the closing of an inaugural $1.5 billion sustainability-linked revolving credit facility.

GHG Emissions - June 14, 2022

UnitedHealth Group Sets 2035 Goal

UnitedHealth Group plans to achieve operational net-zero emissions by 2035, a 60% reduction in scope 1 and scope 2 emissions by 2030, invest and source 100% of electricity demand with renewable sources by 2030.

June 13, 2022 - By Alison Colwell and Lindsay Ward, Okta

Okta’s Learnings About Climate Equity

Recognizing the importance of weaving equity and impact into its business and climate strategy, technology company Okta met with climate justice, social enterprise, environmental organizations, and funders as part of a “listening and learning” tour. In this column, Okta's Alison Colman and Lindsay Ward share their learnings to help other companies on their sustainability and climate equity journeys.