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Solar - September 12, 2016

Panasonic ups stake in solar developer Coronal

Panasonic Corp. of North America, through one of its divisions, has increased its ownership position in solar company Coronal Group LLC, following four years of collaboration with the California-based entity.

September 10, 2016

Weekend reads: Tesla's solar woes; 76-straight days of renewables; 'rolling coal' & more

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

Energy Efficiency - September 9, 2016 - By Amy Poszywak

Amid major corporate changes, Allergan holds sharp focus on energy management, emissions reductions

Amid a major corporate merger and divestiture, at least one thing appears to have remained constant at Allergan, according to the company's director of global energy engineering.

Commercial - September 9, 2016

Adds, cuts made to Dow Jones sustainability lists

Three major additions and three major deletions from the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices were announced Sept. 8.

Energy Efficiency - September 8, 2016

Midwest grocer adopts eco-friendlier refrigerant

A Wisconsin-based chain of grocery stores recently announced plans to build a new store that will use a new refrigerant blend that promises increased energy efficiency.

September 8, 2016

Renewables, imports surpass gas use in California

This summer, California saw a significant change in its electric mix, according to new data from the U.S. Energy Information Agency.

GHG Emissions - September 7, 2016

BlackRock issues climate change warning to investors

On the heels of the U.S. and China formally joining the Paris Agreement on climate change, BlackRock on Sept. 6 urged investors to factor climate change into their portfolios or face financial losses.

Energy Efficiency - September 7, 2016

Arby's reports 15% energy use reduction since 2011

In its first-ever corporate sustainability report, Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. said it has reduced energy use at its restaurants by 15.2% from 2011 to 2016.

Sourcing Renewables - September 6, 2016

Ball signs 1st solar, wind deals in California, Ohio

Ball Corp., best known for its early production of glass jars and lids, has joined a growing number of U.S. manufacturers turning to renewable energy to help power their operations.

Energy Efficiency - September 6, 2016

Wendy's recognized for energy use reductions

Wendy's Co., along with its franchisee, Wendco Group, were recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy on Sept. 6 for significant progress in reducing energy use.

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