Energy policy

LG Pledges Transition To 100 Percent Renewable Energy By 2050

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

SEOUL, South Korea, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics Inc. made public its commitment to transition completely to renewable energy by 2050 as a key component of its sustainability strategy.

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  • SEOUL, South Korea, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics Inc. made public its commitment to transition completely to renewable energy by 2050 as a key component of its sustainability strategy.
  • The transformation will be implemented region by region starting in North America where every office and manufacturing site will be powered by renewable energy within the year.
  • LG manufacturing facilities outside of Korea are on target to convert 50 percent of their electricity needs to renewable energy in the next four years.
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    "Our commitment to creating a better life for all can best be actualized by LG transition to renewable energy and achieving carbon neutrality," said Park Pyung-gu, senior vice president at LG Electronics Safety & Environment Division.

Natel Energy Announces $20M Series B to Further Deploy Modern, Renewable Hydropower

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

"Natel's Restoration Hydro Turbine is the most cost-effective and environmentally safe solution for fully unlocking the power of additional sustainable hydropower generation.

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  • "Natel's Restoration Hydro Turbine is the most cost-effective and environmentally safe solution for fully unlocking the power of additional sustainable hydropower generation.
  • Additionally, the company's digital solutions help the existing hydro fleet optimize production, creating a powerful combination of technology to enable a truly 100% renewable grid."
  • The Monroe Hydro Project in Madras, Oregon is a first-of-its-kind design making use of an existing irrigation canal and Natel's new, fish safe turbine technology to generate reliable, renewable energy.
  • With the installation of the commercially released 1 MW class D190 RHT, the site now contributes 100% renewable energy to the local grid.

National Grid Joint Venture Secures $150 Million Portfolio Revolving Facility to Advance Multiple U.S. Renewable Energy Projects

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

This novel facility will bundle several renewable energy projects together to provide economies of scale and operational efficiencies.

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  • This novel facility will bundle several renewable energy projects together to provide economies of scale and operational efficiencies.
  • "Adding more renewable energy to the grid is just one of the many ways in which National Grid is supporting the transition towards a cleaner energy landscape," said Alexandra Lewis, Group Treasurer of National Grid plc.
  • National Grid Renewables develops, owns and operates large-scale renewable energy projects across the U.S., including solar, wind and battery storage.
  • National Grid Renewables, part of the non-regulated National Grid Ventures division of National Grid, develops, owns and operates large-scale renewable energy assets across the United States, including solar, wind and battery storage.

Nuclear Electricity Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 for the $2762 Billion industry - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

The "Nuclear Electricity Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact and Recovery to 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Nuclear Electricity Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact and Recovery to 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Nuclear Electricity Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 provides the strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the global nuclear electricity market as it emerges from the COVID-19 shut down.
  • The nuclear electricity market consists of sales of nuclear electric power and related services that convert nuclear energy into electrical energy.
  • The nuclear electricity industry includes establishments that operate nuclear power plants which use uranium as a fuel to generate electricity.

Insights on the Energy Drink Global Market to 2026 - Featuring Red Bull, Pepsi and Nestle Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

To analyze the historical growth in the market size of the Global Energy Drink Market from 2016 to 2020.

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  • To analyze the historical growth in the market size of the Global Energy Drink Market from 2016 to 2020.
  • To estimate and forecast the market size of the Global Energy Drink Market from 2021E to 2026F and growth rate until 2026F.
  • To identify and analyze the profile of leading players operating in the Global Energy Drink Market.
  • To identify key sustainable strategies adopted by market players in the Global Energy Drink Market.

Canada-U.S. Sign New Cooperative Research and Development Agreement on Energy Efficiency

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

The tool is widely used by government, industry and professionals alike to deliver energy savings programs and sustainability initiatives.

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  • The tool is widely used by government, industry and professionals alike to deliver energy savings programs and sustainability initiatives.
  • Energy performance can also be compared with similar buildings to inform decisions on energy efficiency upgrades and improvements.
  • According to the International Energy Agency, energy efficiency measures could get the world one-third of the way toward its Paris2030 targets and help us reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
  • The Honourable Seamus O'Regan Jr.
    "Improving energy efficiency in buildings is essential to achieving our ambitious climate targets.

Price Chopper/Market 32 Saves Over 5M kWh Through Efficiency Project by Fairbanks Energy Services in Five Connecticut Stores

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Fairbanks Energy Services , a division of Mantis Innovation and a full-service design/build energy efficiency firm, announced today the completion of a comprehensive energy efficiency project designed and engineered for Price Chopper/Market 32 .

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  • Fairbanks Energy Services , a division of Mantis Innovation and a full-service design/build energy efficiency firm, announced today the completion of a comprehensive energy efficiency project designed and engineered for Price Chopper/Market 32 .
  • Fairbanks Energy Services designed a three-measure project for these five stores, based around HVAC , refrigeration and LED lighting improvements.
  • We were excited to tackle this project with Price Chopper/Market 32 due to the opportunity to support essential infrastructure and provide large kWh and cost deductions through strategic energy efficiency solutions, said Ross Fairbanks, Chief Operating Officer of Fairbanks Energy Services.
  • Fairbanks Energy Services, the efficiency solutions division of Mantis Innovation, is a national, full-service design/build energy efficiency firm dedicated to providing cost-effective retrofit solutions for our clients.

Energy Focus Wins “Top Product of the Year” Award for EnFocus™ Suncycle™ Human-Centric Lighting Platform from Environment + Energy Leader

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

This is the second consecutive year that Energy Focus has received this elite award for its EnFocus lighting control platform.

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  • This is the second consecutive year that Energy Focus has received this elite award for its EnFocus lighting control platform.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210720005144/en/
    Environment + Energy Leader "Top Product 2021" Award for EnFocus and Suncycle LED lighting solutions (Graphic: Business Wire).
  • EnFocus lighting control systems can provide 60-90% energy savings over fluorescent or incandescent lighting systems.
  • For nearly a decade, the Environment + Energy Leader Awards have celebrated excellence in the world of environmental, sustainability and energy management.

South Pole and LevelTen Energy Join Forces to Empower Public and Private Organizations to Drive the Renewable Energy Transition and Meet Targets

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

SEATTLE, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --South Pole and LevelTen Energy have today announced a partnership to offer public and private organizations the full range of cutting-edge renewable energy solutions.

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  • SEATTLE, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --South Pole and LevelTen Energy have today announced a partnership to offer public and private organizations the full range of cutting-edge renewable energy solutions.
  • More than 470 developers participate in the LevelTen Platform, providing South Pole with access to over 1,300 projects in 21 countries across North America and Europe.
  • Research shows that renewable energy and energy efficiency alone can provide over 90% of the energy-related CO2 emission reductions that are required to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement.
  • "The partnership between South Pole and LevelTen provides large energy buyers with a turnkey advisory service to evaluate, execute and monitor a clean energy deal, powered by data."

Food Union Announces Investments in Renewable Energy Sources

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Monday, July 19, 2021

The integral importance of ESG within Food Union resulted in our investments in renewable energy resources in two of our leading entities within the group: Premia and Isbjrn Is .

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  • The integral importance of ESG within Food Union resulted in our investments in renewable energy resources in two of our leading entities within the group: Premia and Isbjrn Is .
  • Premia , a Food Union company and Estonias oldest and largest ice cream producer, has transitioned to 100% renewable energy resources, like solar, to power its operations.
  • We are thrilled to announce our investments in renewable energy sources and plan to continue bringing our customers the best ice cream possible.
  • Isbjrn Is, a Food Union company based in Norway, has also committed to using renewable energy in its operations.