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Sourcing Renewables  -  October 13, 2021

The ABCs of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 10/13/2021
Source: Shell Energy
Primary Topic: Sourcing Renewables

Corporate energy users use PPAs to reduce fossil fuel reliance, curb emissions, procure RECs, meet mandates, and signal action against climate change. However, not all PPAs are equal. Contract provisions – and outcomes – vary. To help inform and accelerate corporate emissions reductions, this Shell Energy white paper explains similarities, differences, and challenges between the leading types of PPAs. 
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Energy Efficiency  -  October 8, 2021

How Energy Technology Reduces Consumption and Spend: Fleet Electrification

Type: Article
Date Published: 10/8/2021
Source: Constellation
Primary Topic: Energy Efficiency

There is a growing consensus that the electrification of transportation is an important step in meeting aggressive GHG emissions reduction goals. This report from Constellation explores how the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey is transitioning its entire fleet of buses at JFK and Newark Airports from diesel to battery electric in order to reduce its carbon footprint by 2022.
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GHG Emissions  -  October 6, 2021

Decarbonizing Supply Chains: Collaboration and Renewable Energy Strategies

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 10/5/2021
Source: Enel Green Power
Primary Topic: GHG Emissions

With organizations increasingly focusing on becoming more sustainable, supply chain decarbonization is rapidly gaining momentum. However, tackling Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions is not an easy journey. This guide from Enel Green Power discusses the main steps to reducing supply chain emissions, from data collection to implementation, including renewable energy and other procurement strategies.
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Distributed Energy Resources  -  September 29, 2021

Sustainability Strategy: Two Ways to Decarbonize Natural Gas

Type: Article
Date Published: 9/29/2021
Source: Constellation
Primary Topic: Distributed Energy Resources

Businesses that operate with natural gas and plan to achieve aggressive sustainability goals can still aim for full decarbonization or 100 percent renewable status. In this article, Constellation explains the options of offsetting gas usage through the purchase of carbon offsets or by switching to renewable natural gas (RNG) in order to reduce GHG emissions.
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Distributed Energy Resources  -  September 27, 2021

Enel Fleet Electrification Case Study

Type: Case Study
Date Published: 9/27/2021
Source: The Enel Group
Primary Topic: Distributed Energy Resources

From micromobility to heavy-duty fleets, the transition to electrify everything has begun. The Enel Group, a global utility and Fortune 100 company, seeks to achieve full decarbonization by 2050 and is in the midst of fully electrify its own fleet of 14,000 vehicles by 2030. Download Enel's case study for a first look at the results of their program, including a unique fleet solution.
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September 22, 2021

Kroger's 2021 ESG Report

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 9/22/2021
Source: The Kroger Co.

The Kroger Co. released its 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report, which encompasses topics and long-term targets in three pillars: People (Social), Planet (Environmental), and Systems (Governance).
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September 10, 2021

How to Unlock Hidden Value With Solar, Storage and EV Charging

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 9/10/2021
Source: Enel X

The power grid is changing and adding more renewable energy. To help in this transition, businesses can participate in grid programs that reward you for flexible energy use. In this eBook from Enel X, find out how businesses can earn new revenue with assets like batteries and electric vehicle (EV) charging. You’ll also learn about the available value streams, and why combining multiple assets creates more value.
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Energy Efficiency  -  September 8, 2021

Sustainability from the Ground Up: Infusing the Energy Transition into Your Company’s Work

Type: Presentation
Date Published: 9/8/2021
Source: Apex Clean Energy
Primary Topic: Energy Efficiency

Buying clean power or building a sustainable headquarters will signal to your customers—and your employees—that your company walks the talk on its values. But through smaller steps that also move the needle, as explored in this new piece from Apex Clean Energy, every corporation can play a part in the shift to a sustainable future for all.
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August 30, 2021

Insights from the 2021 Summer Edition of the Virtual Renewable Energy Forum

Type: Presentation
Date Published: 8/30/2021
Source: Smart Energy Decisions

As we look forward to bringing our community back together in person for the Renewable Energy Forum/Winter Edition in December, we present Insights from the 2021 Summer Edition of the RE Forum. Explore these session recaps for thought-provoking content and the spirit of collaboration that is a hallmark of Smart Energy Decisions events.
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Solar  -  August 11, 2021

BOSS (Black Owners of Solar Services) Policy Brief

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 8/11/2021
Source: BOSS (Black Owners of Solar Services)
Primary Topic: Solar

The mission of BOSS (Black Owners of Solar Services) is to combine and leverage the collective power of its members to lead actionable solutions for sustained access to equitable opportunities in clean energy production, distribution, and storage for Black-owned businesses. In this Policy Brief, BOSS provides an overview of national policy developments and opportunities that will galvanize a more equitable clean energy economy where Black-owned businesses are central to helping America reach its climate resilience goals.
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