Cox Collaboratory launches pilot project to help ASU transition to smarter vehicle fleet
Last year, the Cox Connected Environments Collaboratory began working with ASU to help the university further its sustainability goal to become “climate positive.” This means ASU is working toward a net positive impact, a business approach that allows the university to give back to society, the environment and the economy.
Green Mountain Energy Enters Agreement to Offer Arizona 100 Percent Renewable Energy Ahead of State Deadlines
Arizonans have moved closer to having the power to choose clean, renewable energy for their homes and businesses. Green Mountain Energy (GME) has entered into a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Sawtooth DevCo, LLC to provide locally sourced renewable energy to Arizonans from new solar facilities to be located in Arizona.
In The News; Arizona: The Economic Development Power of Clean Energy
Recently published by GreenLiving, ASU LightWorks’ Bill Brandt explores the intersection of economic development and clean energy. Arizona is well-positioned for zero-carbon clean energy with more solar. The installation pace needs to be accelerated to meet corporate Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) objectives according to Chris Comacho, president and CEO of Greater Phoenix Economic Council. Innovation […]
Arizona Ranks #7 in the States With the Biggest Solar Economies
Solar panels have become normalized among landscapes, spotted everywhere from the open spaces of deserts to rooflines of dense residential areas. Installed on rooftops, covered carports, parking lots, and even closed landfills, solar accounted for 3% of America’s electricity in 2020, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). Solar energy in Arizona has created more than […]
Agreement for Nikola Leads to Long-Term Battery Supply for Zero-Emission Class 8 Semi Trucks
Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emission transportation and energy infrastructure solutions, and Proterra Inc, a leading innovator in commercial vehicle electrification technology, today announced a strategic, multi-year supply agreement to power Nikola zero-emission semi-trucks with Proterra’s industry-leading battery technology. Proterra product is expected to be incorporated in the Nikola Tre battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and Tre fuel cell electric […]
Meyer Burger, European solar company, will bring hundreds of jobs to Goodyear
A European solar industry manufacturer will open its first U.S. facility in Goodyear by the end of the year, adding about 250 jobs in the suburb west of Phoenix. That could grow to more than 500 jobs when the plant hits full capacity. Switzerland-based Meyer Burger will produce residential and commercial rooftop solar modules, as well as modules for utility-scale applications, […]
