Microgrids Can Significantly Lower Operating Costs for Water Utilities

Mon, 05/15/2017 - 11:00

Energy is one of the most significant operating costs for a water or wastewater utility. Microgrid implementation at certain water or wastewater utility sites can produce sustainable energy that provides significant long-term cost savings. A new white paper outlines these benefits, water utility microgrid design considerations and ideal facility criteria for utilities to get the most out of this innovative energy management solution.

PNC’s Environmental Performance: Infographic

Tue, 05/16/2017 - 10:30

PNC’s Performance and Innovation Group is responsible for developing and executing on the strategy to reduce the company’s energy and water consumption and carbon emissions.

Eaton Publishes a New Online Sustainability Report for 2016. We Make a Healthy Planet Work.

Thu, 05/18/2017 - 15:00

CITGO Marketer Folk Oil Raises Thousands for Local Michigan Food Bank Programs through Eighth Annual “Fight Hunger Give Hope” Campaign

Fri, 05/12/2017 - 10:05

Folk Oil Company, a local CITGO Petroleum Corporation Marketer, and its PS Food Mart Stores, surpassed last year’s fundraising efforts yet again during its eighth annual “Fight Hunger Give Hope” campaign.

Whirlpool Corporation Opens New EMEA Headquarters in Milan

Thu, 05/11/2017 - 16:30

Italian Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni dedicated the new headquarters of Whirlpool EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) in Pero (Milan) today. Whirlpool Corporation President and Chief Operating Officer Marc Bitzer, Whirlpool EMEA President and Whirlpool Corporation Executive Vice-President Esther Berrozpe Galindo, Regione Lombardia President Roberto Maroni, and the Mayor of Pero Maria Rosa Belotti attended the ceremony.

Culinary Students Learn Latest Technology at SCE’s Foodservice Tech Center

Mon, 05/15/2017 - 14:00

Adelina Montoya, 18, has always loved to cook. As a sophomore at Bonita High School in La Verne, she was part of a team that won “best entrée” in a cooking competition and her passion was solidified.

Consumers Energy Sustainability Report 2017

Fri, 05/12/2017 - 09:30

Sustainability means everything to us at Consumers Energy. It is our approach to business. The philosophy extends beyond our energy mix, power generation and distribution. It’s our way of life, and it’s evident in everything we do — from hiring and training our people, to caring for families and communities.

Final Days to Nominate Volunteers for Seattle’s 6th Annual Cox Conserves Heroes Awards Program

Mon, 05/15/2017 - 13:30

KIRO 7, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land, is accepting nominations for Seattle’s 2017 Cox Conserves Heroes program to honor local environmental volunteers.

CITGO and the Ocean Exploration Trust Welcome Science Communication Fellows for At-Sea STEM Expeditions

Thu, 05/11/2017 - 10:30

For the fourth consecutive year, CITGO Petroleum Corporation has teamed up with the Ocean Exploration Trust (OET) to provide select educators the opportunity to explore the ocean and share that experience with students back home. This year, three teachers from CITGO operational areas have been selected as OET Science Communication Fellows.

Cargill Signs CEO Letter to President Trump: Stay in Paris Climate Agreement

Wed, 05/10/2017 - 16:10

With their open letter, the CEOs weigh in as the administration considers backing out of the climate pact, which aims to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions. “Based on our vast experience doing business all over the world, we believe there is strong potential for negative trade implications if the United States exits from the Paris Agreement,” they said, making a strong stand for trade, economic growth and innovation.