Smart Energy Decisions News

November 7, 2016

BMW, GM, Nissan team up to push EV deployment

The White House, in partnership with 28 utilities, automakers and other companies, on Nov. 3 announced plans to build 48 electric vehicle charging corridors along highways across the U.S.

GHG Emissions - November 5, 2016

Weekend reads: Trump's energy department; solar war's cash burn; Dakota pipeline protest & more

Kick-back with these must-read energy stories from around the web.

Sourcing Renewables - November 4, 2016

Wal-Mart narrows renewable energy goals for 2025

Ten years after Wal-Mart rolled out three broad environmental sustainability, including a commitment to powering its operations with 100% renewable energy, the company included some specific timetables in a Nov. 4 announcement.

GHG Emissions - November 4, 2016

Big oil firms launch $1B fund to reduce emissions

Ten of the world's largest oil and gas companies on Nov. 4 announced the creation of a joint fund aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with oil and gas production.

Energy Efficiency - November 4, 2016

Detroit offers businesses $7k for efficiency upgrades

The city of Detroit and the electric utility that serves it, DTE Electric Co., have teamed up to make the business case for installing energy saving equipment even more convincing for local businesses.

Energy Efficiency - November 3, 2016

KKR recognizes portfolio company for efficiency

Part of the global investment firm's efforts to support environmental initiatives at its portfolio companies, KKR on Nov. 2 announced the winner of its first internal "eco awards" program.

Energy Efficiency - November 2, 2016

Massive efficiency retrofit expected to save $1M in energy costs for New England auto parts plant

After undertaking a massive energy efficiency retrofit, a New Hampshire automotive parts plant is expecting savings of more than $1.1 million per year in energy costs.

Sourcing Renewables - November 2, 2016

Electrolux sets 50% renewable energy target

Home appliance manufacturer AB has pledged to increase the share of renewable energy used in its operations to 50%.

Sourcing Renewables - November 1, 2016

Amazon Web Services signs 4th US wind PPA

Amazon Web Services has signed a power purchase agreement for capacity from a new 189-MW wind farm being developed in Ohio.

Demand Management - November 1, 2016 - By Amy Poszywak

Executives: Coalescence of market factors beg new corporate energy management strategies

At the convergence of technology advancements and an increasing level of interest in corporate sustainability, many of world's largest businesses have taken a closer eye at their energy management strategies than ever before.

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