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Sourcing Renewables - March 10, 2017

Japanese Apple supplier commits to 100% renewables

Apple has taken another step toward powering its supply chain with 100% clean energy.

Sourcing Renewables - March 10, 2017

Moody's: Primary driver of renewable energy demand has shifted to corporates, other new entrants

Corporate power purchase agreements and community choice aggregators are now primary drivers of demand for renewable energy in the U.S., replacing state mandates for greener power portfolios, according to a new report from Moody's Investors Service.

March 9, 2017

MGM to install cogeneration at Massachusetts casino

The cogeneration solution for MGM Resorts International's new casino in Springfield, Mass., is expected to save the company between $300,000 and $400,000 a year on energy costs.

Solar - March 9, 2017

SEIA: Corporates behind 10% of new solar in 2016

Solar had its biggest year ever in 2016, with large corporate customers accounting for a record amount of total U.S. capacity additions, according to new data from the industry released March 7.

Regulation - March 8, 2017

Reports: Trump aims to shutter Energy Star program

Among other anticipated changes and cuts to the U.S. EPA, E&E News reported March 6 that the Trump administration is planning to "close out" the Energy Star program.

Commercial - March 8, 2017

Dunkin' recognized for energy management program

Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., the parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has been recognized by the Association of Energy Services Professionals for its creation of an energy management program in partnership with its utilities.

Regulation - March 7, 2017

New York ski resorts commit to 100% clean energy

Three New York ski resorts have pledged to operate entirely on renewable energy by 2030 under an initiative intended to support the state's clean energy standard.

Distributed Energy Resources - March 7, 2017

IKEA continues EV charging station rollout

Continuing with its sustainable energy initiatives, IKEA on March 7 announced plans to install three electric vehicle charging stations at a new store opening in Columbus, Ohio.

Solar - March 6, 2017

Target continues solar spree with 5 rooftop projects

Continuing to increase the amount of solar capacity used to power its operations, Target Corp. has announced plans to install rooftop solar projects on five of its Colorado stores.

Wind - March 6, 2017

EIA says wind reached 5.5% of US grid in 2016

Iowa, South Dakota, Kansas, Oklahoma and North Dakota all sourced more than 20% of their electricity generation from wind power during 2016, according to new data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

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