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Distributed Energy Resources  -  September 9, 2020

Bundling Competitive Supply and Distributed Energy Resources

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 9/9/2020
Source: NRG
Primary Topic: Distributed Energy Resources

When making energy decisions, many Texas businesses think about competitive supply and distributed energy resources (DERs) separately. And until now, the approach made sense. But it may no longer be the most practical or cost-effective game plan. This white paper produced by NRG introduces a new approach, a cohesive and flexible energy strategy that bundles and coordinates your competitive supply and DERs.
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Wind  -  September 2, 2020

Today’s Leaders. Tomorrow’s Heroes.: Meet Sprint/T-Mobile’s Amy Bond

Type: Article
Date Published: 9/1/2020
Primary Topic: Wind

Amy Bond, Energy and Sustainability Program Manager for Sprint (now part of T-Mobile), starts every day committed to “doing the work that matters.” It’s that day-to-day work – meetings, nurturing relationships, etc. – that allows her to share the benefits of clean energy and inspire others. Watch Amy’s story, part of a video series from Duke Energy Renewables, to see how her tenacity and positive energy is helping Sprint achieve its sustainability goals.
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Microgrids  -  August 31, 2020

A Microgrid For Your Business is More Important Now Than Ever. Find out why.

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 8/31/2020
Source: Bloom Energy
Primary Topic: Microgrids

In this era of COVID and climate change, local energy resilience is emerging as a critical aspect of disaster preparedness - spurring a surge in microgrid interest for businesses and communities alike. In this white paper from Bloom Energy, learn why reliable, localized power should be at the core of self-reliance for any business.  
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Sourcing Renewables  -  August 28, 2020

Is the Virtual Power Purchase Agreement the best path to achieving your sustainability goals?

Type: Article
Date Published: 8/24/2020
Source: Enel Green Power
Primary Topic: Sourcing Renewables

Organizations working to design a renewable energy strategy and achieve corporate sustainability goals are faced with several options with varying degrees of effort, impact, and cost. In this white paper from Enel Green Power, you’ll learn more about the four paths to renewables and what the key considerations are for engaging in a virtual power purchase agreement.
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GHG Emissions  -  August 26, 2020

Walmart 2020 Environmental, Social and Governance Report

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 8/26/2020
Source: Walmart
Primary Topic: GHG Emissions

Walmart's 2020 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report provides information on key ESG metrics and initiatives for the company's fiscal year ending January 31, 2020.
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Wind  -  August 24, 2020

Shape-shifting: Why a turbine’s shape is your most important asset

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 8/24/2020
Source: Vestas, Steelhead
Primary Topic: Wind

In today’s highly competitive and wind-saturated markets, some turbines have an overlooked advantage potentially worth over $10 million on a standard wind belt project. In this white paper, Vestas explains how the shape of a turbine’s production—how much energy it produces at which wind speeds—can drastically impact the average price of the electricity it generates.
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August 19, 2020

Apple's 2020 Environmental Progress Report

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 8/19/2020
Source: Apple

Apple has unveiled its plan to become carbon neutral across its entire business, manufacturing supply chain, and product life cycle by 2030. In its 2020 Environmental Progress report, the company details its 10-year Climate Roadmap.
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GHG Emissions  -  August 12, 2020

Pathways to Net Zero Emissions

Type: White Paper
Date Published: 8/6/2020
Source: 3Degrees
Primary Topic: GHG Emissions

Considering a net zero target for your organization? In this white paper from 3Degrees, learn more about net zero and why it’s important, the variety of options available to address Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, and the actions that companies can take to get started immediately.
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August 10, 2020

Case Study: Superior Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) System Proven to Reduce Coronavirus

Type: Case Study
Date Published: 8/10/2020
Source: BioStar Renewables

The onset of COVID-19 has upended businesses, educational institutions, stadiums, etc., challenging all indoor community spaces to rethink how best to reengage with their respective audiences. In this case study from BioStar Renewables, learn how key technologies are ensuring safe, clean, interior air, delivered to its educational customers and others, all at a true value.
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Sourcing Renewables  -  July 27, 2020

SED Profiles in Partnership: McDonald's Super-Sizes a Commitment to Sustainability

Type: Case Study
Date Published: 7/27/2020
Source: McDonald's, Apex Clean Energy
Primary Topic: Sourcing Renewables

McDonald's recently signed a VPPA for 220 MW from Aviator Wind West - the country's largest single-phase, single-site wind project - developed by Apex Clean Energy in Texas. Read this case study to learn how this super-size deal began at the Smart Energy Decisions Innovation Summit.
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