In a major upgrade from its previous 50% by 2030 renewable energy target, the City of Sydney has committed to purchase 100% of its electricity from renewables, starting next year.
Idaho utility commits to supply 100% clean energy by 2045, starting with deal to buy 120MW from future solar project for US2.175¢/kWh – a potentially record-low cost in the US.
Bank Australia becomes second Australian company to sign up for 100 per cent renewable energy initiative, and calls on other business to lead transition.
Ausgrid and Reposit Power launch pilot 1MW virtual power plant linking the rooftop solar and battery storage of 233 customers across 170 NSW suburbs.
Palau to add 35MW of solar and 45MWh of storage to help transform its diesel dependent grid.
One of the world’s largest electronics and entertainment companies commits to securing 100% of electricity for business from renewables by 2040, with interim goal of 30% by 2030.
One of the world’s largest oil and gas companies reportedly seeking PPA for at least 100MW of renewable energy, potentially more than 250MW.
Each company has committed to sourcing 100% of their electricity needs for their global operations from renewable energy.
Internet giant inks deal with western US electric company Pacific Power to build more than 400MW of new solar capacity in Oregon to power Facebook’s Prineville Data Centre.
Apple creates “first-of-its-kind” investment fund, tapping greater purchasing power to expand the clean energy options available to its smaller Chinese suppliers.