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GM secures all energy needed to achieve renewable energy goal for 2025; 25 years ahead of target set in 2016

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This is in line with the accelerated target announced in September 2021, which was 5 years ahead of the 2030 target announced in early 2021 and 25 years ahead of the initial target of 2050, set in 2016. This is the main way through which GM is achieving its renewable energy goal.

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Nissan FY 2014 global corporate activities reduce CO2 emissions by 22.6% compared to FY 2005

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made progress in reducing CO 2 emissions and improving sustainability in its global corporate activities in fiscal year 2014 while simultaneously increasing vehicle production and plant energy efficiency. Nissan is utilizing a number of proven forms of sustainable energy generation to help minimize its corporate carbon footprint.

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LeEco showcases autonomous EV concept LeSEE at Auto China 2016

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China-based internet company LeEco unveiled its LeSEE electric car concept this week at Auto China 2016—The 14th Beijing International Automobile Exhibition. Ding Lei is the Co-Founder, Global Vice Chairman, and Managing Director of SEE Plan. Earlier post.) Mr. Ding served at Shanghai Volkswagen Co. Ding received a B.S.

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Cumulative worldwide sales of Toyota hybrids surpass 10 million units; Europe outpaces N America in 2016

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Cumulative worldwide sales of Toyota Motor Corporation hybrids reached 10.05 This latest milestone of 10 million units was achieved just nine months after total sales reached 9 million units at the end of April 2016. In 2016, for the first time, Europe hybrid sales outpaced those of North America (285.9 thousand vs. 266.2

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GM Ventures invests in solar power developer Sunlogics; signs for installation of solar charging canopies, power purchase agreement

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million in Sunlogics PLC , a Michigan-based, vertically-integrated global solar energy systems provider specializing in solar project development and installation. Global solar energy use is predicted to more than double by 2016, so we believe that investing in renewable energy is a smart and strategic business decision.

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Li-ion battery maker LG Chem recognized by GM as a 2015 Supplier of the Year Winner

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LG Chem has had a long-standing partnership with GM, supplying the company with batteries for GM’s first generation Volt in 2010, as well as the 2014 Spark EV and the all new Bolt EV introduced in 2016. LG Chem’s close partnership with GM was highlighted in 2010 when LG was honored by GM with the title: Corporation of the Year.

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UPS commits to aggressive goals for more alternative vehicles, fuel and renewable power by 2025

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The goals, available in the company’s 2016 Corporate Sustainability Report , support UPS’ commitment to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from global ground operations 12% by 2025, a goal developed using a methodology approved by the Science Based Targets initiative.

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