Smart Energy Decisions News

A global compact to accelerate the transition to a carbon-free electricity sector was launched Sept. 24 by founding members Google and SEforALL.

A new report found that 111 of the 167 companies responsible for over 80% of global industrial emissions have set a net-zero or equivalent target.

The global dairy industry came together during Climate Week to launch the Pathways to Dairy Net Zero initiative, focused on decarbonizing the sector.

Tractor Supply announced Sept. 23 that it is committed to reaching net-zero emissions across its operations by 2040.

Restaurant Brands International, the parent company of Burger King, Tim Hortons and Popeyes, announced Sept. 22 its new commitment to reduce emissions 50% by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050.

Suntory Holdings and Suntory Beverage & Food announced Sept. 14 that their emissions targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative.

Walmart announced Sept. 23 that it has closed on its $2 billion inaugural green bond offering.

Salesforce announced Sept. 21 that it has achieved net zero across its entire value chain and 100% renewable energy use in its operations.

Continuing its 2021 slate of events, Smart Energy Decisions’ Virtual Distributed Energy Forum, was another success, connecting buyers and suppliers to accelerate the adoption of DERs, which are proving to be a key in the development of net zero strategies. SED’s tradition of exclusive presentations from senior energy and sustainability was on display once again.