For the first time, the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) has published an Activity Report which emphasizes the essential role of refrigeration at the heart of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Johnson Controls released the findings of its annual Energy Efficiency Indicator survey, which found that more than half of organizations plan to increase investment in energy efficiency, renewable energy and smart building technology next year, comparable with investment trends after the 2010 recession.
Dairy cooperative Arla Foods has, for the first time, created transparency over the energy consumed in cottage cheese production at its Falkenberg (Sweden) location. This involves the use of the Baumer Flex-Flow sensor, which is able to measure the temperature of the medium as well as the flow rate. The cost reductions this could achieve in the future quickly made this a worthwhile investment.
The GEO will foster an entrepreneurial ecosysytem in tandem with focused research, so that new tools can make it to market efficiently and industry can start making progress quickly.
December 12, 2019
The Austin Technology Incubator (ATI), Austin, Texas, is a partner in a new $1 million initiative to spur geothermal innovation and commercialization that could lead to vast new sources of clean, CO2-free energy.
The cloud-based services will enable food retailers to reduce food loss and energy consumption and optimize overall store performance.
November 19, 2019
Danfoss, Baltimore, Md., entered into a collaboration with Microsoft Corp., Redmond, Wash., to bring domain expertise in refrigeration and HVAC to the cloud.
The global energy as a service market is projected to reach $86.9 billion by 2024, up from an estimated $52 billion in 2019, at a CAGR of 10.8%.
July 31, 2019
The global energy as a service market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.8% from 2019-2024, according to a study released by Report Linker, New York.
With a goal of diverting 50% of its restaurant waste from landfills by 2020, Chipotle conducted detailed waste audits to better understand its waste patterns.
April 30, 2019
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Newport Beach, Calif., announced the publication of its 2018 Sustainability Report, covering everything from animal welfare, local produce and philanthropy to employee benefits, energy reduction and recycling.
Axiom uses its refrigeration battery platform to provide energy bill management and grid services.
March 22, 2019
Axiom Exergy, Richmond, Calif., is working with Leap, San Francisco, to unlock grid services revenue for three Whole Foods Market facilities in Northern California.
The new containers require less energy, are equipped with greenhouse-friendly refrigerants and boast insulation materials that lead to a reduced emission footprint.
October 22, 2018
Chiquita Brands International, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., announced plans to reduce energy consumption of its more than 15,000 40-foot container fleet.