EPA Implementing Toughest Emissions Standards for Light-Duty Fleets
The EPA is installing its most ambitions emissions standards to date for light-duty cars and trucks as the US continues to advance efficient transportation goals.
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Energy Elements Part of Senator’s Build Back Better Pushback
The Build Back Better Act, which includes billions toward energy efficiency and supply chains, faces uncertainty after a West Virginia Senator says he won't vote for the legislation.
The Pros and Cons of Carbon Offsets
Carbon offsets are one strategy in a larger decarbonization plan. With a global perspective from Inogen Alliance, a network of over 5,000 EHS and Sustainability consultants, we explain some of the benefits and limitations for companies looking to implement carbon offsets into their strategies.
A Third of UK Businesses Guilty of Inaction on Supply Chain Sustainability, Says SCALA
Businesses are responsible for two-thirds of global greenhouse gas emissions — 90% of which come from supply chains. It is not enough for businesses to reduce their direct emissions; to combat climate change, they must address their carbon footprint holistically, across the entirety of their operations.
E+E 100 Introduces: Oliver Iltisberger, President Smart Buildings Division, ABB
The Environment+Energy Leader 100 is an annual list that recognizes environment and energy management “doers.” Here, Oliver Iltisberger touches on the industry’s biggest challenges and predicts several trends for the coming year.
Large Renewable Energy Project Bringing 2.3 GW of Power Completed
The final piece of a large renewable energy project that includes both wind and solar power farms has been completed by ENGIE North America and Hannon Armstrong.
More Needs to be Done to Address Natural Emissions Impacts to Speed Carbon Reductions
Data from CarbonSpace shows carbon emissions from around the world, especially from natural and agricultural landscapes, but even as levels have fallen in the United States more can be done to address natural consequences of supply chain and industry practices.
California School District Creates Roadmap to an Electric Bus Fleet
A school district in California has developed a plan to make its entire bus fleet electric as that type of fleet transition grows in importance across the country.
GridPoint Partnering With Meritage Hospitality Group to Bring Energy Efficiency Improvements to Hundreds Of Restaurant Locations
Energy and sustainability solutions provider GridPoint announced a partnership today with Meritage Hospitality Group, one of the largest Wendy’s franchise entities, to bring energy efficiency improvements to 345 restaurant locations throughout the US via GridPoint’s energy analytics platform. The two began to collaborate in February 2021 on a five-site pilot ... Read more »
Accenture Acquires Zestgroup to Help Improve Sustainability Data
Accenture acquires Zestgroup out of the Netherlands to help build its energy transition portfolio.
Kontoor Brands Announces Plans for Water Conservation, Sustainable Cotton
American lifestyle apparel company Kontoor Brands, maker of Lee and Wrangler denim, just released its 2020 Sustainability Report detailing its progress and plans for water conservation and sustainable cotton, among other environmental measures. By deploying water-saving and recycling technologies, Kontoor has reduced water consumption by more than eight billion liters ... Read more »
World’s First Carbon Removal Plant Converting Wood Waste to Hydrogen
Climatetech company Mote is establishing its first facility to convert wood waste into hydrogen fuel while capturing, utilizing, and sequestering carbon dioxide emissions resulting from its process.