Smart Energy Decisions News

Energy Storage - October 12, 2021

Coast Guard Training Facility Save $1.2 Million Annually with New Microgrid

The United States Coast Guard will soon be adding its first battery energy storage system to its largest west coast training facility.

October 11, 2021

Mission-Critical Emission Targets Driving Interest in RE Forum

Pent-up demand for in-person meetings among energy buyers and suppliers, driven by aggressive timeframes for purchasing renewable energy projects to meet targets is leading to strong interest in Smart Energy Decision’s upcoming Renewable Energy Forum, set for December 6-8, 2021 in person at the Hyatt Regency, Huntington Beach, California.

GHG Emissions - October 11, 2021

Iowa City Surpasses 2030 Emissions Reduction Target

Iowa City has reduced its carbon emissions by 49% since 2010, surpassing its goal to decrease emissions by 45% before 2030.

Sourcing Renewables - October 11, 2021

Midwest States Team Up on EV Infrastructure Network

Governors from Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin recently announced the launch of a regional initiative to create an electric vehicle charging network across the Midwest and collaborate on encouraging the EV transition.

GHG Emissions - October 11, 2021

ExxonMobil Expands Involvement with Scottish Carbon Capture Project

ExxonMobil announced Oct. 6 that it will be increasing its participation in a Scottish carbon capture project that has the potential to significantly reduce the emissions associated with the UK's industrial sector.

October 9, 2021

Weekend Reads: The Role of Nuclear Power in the Net Zero Movement; Britain's Struggle with the Energy Transition

It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web.

GHG Emissions - October 8, 2021

ROYAL CANIN Eyes Carbon Neutrality by 2025

ROYAL CANIN announced Oct. 5 its commitment to become certified carbon neutral by 2025, including the carbon neutral certification of its first product range by 2022.

October 8, 2021

Smart Energy Voices - Episode 48: The Power of Entrepreneurial Leadership, with Chris Castro

In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host John Failla is joined by Chris Castro, Director of Sustainability & Resilience and Co-Chair of the ‘Future-Ready’ initiative for the City of Orlando. Chris has accomplished a tremendous amount with the city in an amazingly brief time. Listen in to learn more about the thrilling work Chris is currently doing and about this fascinating personal journey in the field of sustainability.

GHG Emissions - October 8, 2021

One-Third of European Companies Have Net Zero Targets, New Report Finds

Almost one-third of the largest listed European companies have set targets to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, however only 5% are on track to meet their targets, a new study found.

Solar - October 8, 2021