Lenzing Successfully Completing The Conversion And Upgrade Of Its Indonesian Site

PURWAKARTA, Indonesia — August 31, 2023 — The Lenzing Group, a global provider of specialty fibers for the textile and nonwoven industries, has made significant technical improvements to its Purwakarta site (PT. South Pacific Viscose). Lenzing has invested more than 100 million euros since 2021 to convert existing production capacity to specialty viscose. With the imminent completion of the investment, Lenzing is in a better position to serve the strongly growing demand for specialty fibers.

Lenzing is striving for certification according to the standard of the internationally recognized EU Ecolabel1. The product portfolio would thus include LENZING™ ECOVERO™ branded fibers for textiles and VEOCEL branded fibers for nonwoven applications. In the course of these substantial investments, Lenzing has set the goal of significantly reducing emissions at the site. Moreover, the site started to obtain renewable grid electricity and promotes a changeover to biomass in line with Lenzing’s goals of reducing carbon emissions per ton of product by 50 percent by 2030 and achieving carbon-neutral production by 2050.

“Demand for specialty fibers with low environmental impacts continues to grow structurally. We see enormous growth potential in Asia in particular. Through our investments in Indonesia and also at other Lenzing sites worldwide, we are in a better position to serve this growing demand. At the same time, we continue working tirelessly to make the industries in which we operate even more sustainable and to drive the transformation of the textile business model from linear to circular,” says Stephan Sielaff, CEO of the Lenzing Group.

Boosting growth in specialty fibers

Anthropogenic climate change is one of the most pressing problems of our time, with both the global textile and the nonwoven industry being among the major contributors. LENZING ECOVERO viscose fibers (for textiles) and VEOCEL specialty viscose (for nonwovens) demonstrably cause significantly less greenhouse gas emissions and water pollution than generic viscose.

Posted: August 31, 2023

Source: The Lenzing Group

Iconic Apparel Brands Ann Taylor, LOFT And Talbots Come Together As KnitWell Group

NEW YORK CITY — August 30, 2023 — Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm specializing in consumer, distribution, and retail-related investments, today announced the formation of KnitWell Group (KnitWell), a new holding company comprising industry-leading apparel brands Ann Taylor, LOFT, and Talbots. Together, these brands generate more than $3 billion in annual sales. The company will also continue to provide oversight and shared services to Lane Bryant, a leading plus-size women’s apparel brand. Together, these brands position KnitWell as one of the largest specialty apparel companies in the United States.

KnitWell’s name reflects the company’s core belief that each strong brand is distinctive, but when put together they are a powerhouse retail organization dedicated to meeting customers where they are in their journey.

Lizanne Kindler, current CEO of Talbots, will lead KnitWell Group as executive chair and CEO. She is joined in the office of the executive chair by a seasoned team of retail executives, and further supported by senior leaders at each of the brands — all of whom are dedicated to the unique needs of their customers.

“KnitWell is a collection of powerful brands that, in aggregate, have been providing customers with the fashions they want for nearly 300 years,” Kindler said. “Brands are propelled by a deep and meaningful connection with the customers they serve, and that is where we start and end each day. With that as our North Star, we know that this new structure will support our efforts to unite brands and people by providing greater resources and capabilities, economies of scale, and enhanced value. We are excited about the opportunities ahead and grateful for our more than 30,000 associates for being part of this next chapter.”

Stefan Kaluzny, managing director of Sycamore Partners, added, “Lizanne and the team have done an incredible job over the last decade reviving and growing these iconic American brands, first Talbots and most recently Ann Taylor and LOFT. The consistent and focused approach, which  leverages the replicable playbook this team has developed, is laying the foundation of success not only for the brands currently part of the KnitWell portfolio, but also for potential future brands. We look forward to our continued partnership with Lizanne and the entire team.”

Posted: August 30, 2023

Source: Sycamore Partners; KnitWell Group

Promotional Supplier Gemline Partners With Aware™ To Guarantee Textile Traceability

LAWRENCE, Mass. — August 30, 2023 — Gemline, a promotional products supplier, partners with the award winning Aware™, a global textile traceability solution for the fashion and textile industry. The goal is to leverage the sustainability and transparency levels for its products for its clients. First roll out with the tech of Aware will start with MiiR, a B-corp and Climate Neutral certified company, and the collection will be available starting in August.

Traceability in promotional industry

The current state of traceability in the promotional industry is in its beginning stages, and there’s a growing need for sustainable practices. Aware steps in to assist companies on this traceability journey, ensuring validated claims are presented through a digital product passport, based on primary data.

Gemline strongly believes there is always a better way to do business and make a positive impact. The company’s headquarters uses solar panels to generate 45 percent of its energy and is a zero landfill facility, a member of the UPS Carbon Neutral Program, and received a bronze medal from EcoVadis in 2022. Additionally, Gemline is focused on offering responsible products that are free of chemicals that endanger people and the planet, and products that use recycled or renewable materials, and promote reuse. The company is committed to the goal of a PVC-free product line by 2025.

“Gemline places a strong emphasis on substantiating the claims we make regarding the sustainability of our products,” said Frank Carpenito, president and CEO of Gemline. “The utilization of Aware’s state-of-the-art technology represents a groundbreaking advancement in enhancing textile transparency within our supply chain and sets a new precedent in the United States. We take immense pride in being pioneers to introduce this groundbreaking technology to the market and living up to our Betterway™ corporate social responsibility promise to create a positive and meaningful impact on both people and the planet.”

Partnership with Aware™

The award winning technology is a phygital-physical and digital-traceability solution that is based on primary data from the maker. The scannable tracer is embedded in the fiber at source and as well has its digital twin on a public blockchain,  where data is added by makers of the product, making fraud pointless. Aware traceability solution, which creates a Digital Product Passport (DPP), won the Avantex Fashion Pitch Grand Prize 2023 at Texworld Evolution Paris.

Aware physical tracer was embedded in the recycled polyester by Gemline. To Koen Warmerdam, co-founder and brand director: “Our partnership with Gemline, a company that has sustainability at its core, as Aware, is something we are thrilled about. Consumers want to understand where their products come from, but it does not stop there. They want total transparency. And that’s what we can give them with our technology. The whole supply chain becomes transparent and the information is super reliable because we get the info from the primary source.”

Gemline’s first roll out with Aware™ for MiiR® Olympus 2.0 Collection

The newly redesigned MiiR® Olympus 2.0 collection features six modern bag styles ranging from backpacks to a messenger bag, sling bag and organizers, all built with recycled materials containing AWARE textile traceability technology. This collection was designed with ultimate functionality in mind. It features ultra durable coated fabrics that help shield against the elements, making them perfect for everyday adventures from travel to commuting, and beyond.

MiiR is committed to prioritizing business practices and strategies that preserve the long-term viability of people and the planet. It offsets 100 percent of their annual carbon footprint through their Climate Neutral certification and utilize PCR (post-consumer recycled) materials throughout their products. MiiR grants a portion of their yearly topline revenue to nonprofit organizations whose work empowers communities while stewarding the planet . The company is also a B-Corp, 1 percent for the Planet member, Climate Neutral Certified, and is Certified Evergreen®.

Gemline’s collection with Aware technology includes: MiiR Olympus 2.0 15L Laptop Backpack, MiiR Olympus 2.0 1L Tech Organizer, MiiR Olympus 2.0 3L Zippered Pouch, MiiR Olympus 2.0 2L Sling Bag, MiiR Olympus 2.0 8L Messenger Bag and MiiR Olympus 2.0 25L Laptop Backpack. The products will be available from August.

Posted: August 30, 2023

Source: Gemline

National Cotton Council (NCC) Responds To Waters Of The U.S. (WOTUS) Rule

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — August 30, 2023 — In response to Tuesday’s announcement by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) of a final Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule, the National Cotton Council (NCC) released the following statement:

“We are concerned that the EPA is continuing to expand their jurisdictional authority with this latest rule. Their revisions do not appropriately comply with the recent Supreme Court decision which sought to bring clarity and simplicity to a complicated regulatory regime,” said NCC Chairman Shawn Holladay, a Texas producer. “Furthermore, the EPA published this final rule without allowing for public notice and comment which could have shed light on areas of concern and strengthened the final result. This action may end up in the courts, once again leaving regulators and growers in a confused state regarding legally appropriate ways to protect our nation’s waters.”

Posted: August 30, 2023

Source: National Cotton Council (NCC)

Dimension-Polyant Expands cleenTEC® – Certified X-Pac® Fabric Collection

PUTNAM, Conn.  — August 30, 2023 — Dimension-Polyant — a sailcloth producer and manufacturer of X-Pac® lightweight, durable, and waterproof laminates developed for packs and bags — has added its popular X-Pac VX line to its sustainable fabric collection, certified cradle-to-gate climate neutral and carry the company’s cleenTEC® seal.

The new eco-friendly X-Pac VX collection features an innovative four- layer construction that’s rugged, flexible, 100-percent waterproof, and made with Dimension-Polyant’s patented X-PLY® fiber reinforcement made from recycled post-consumer PET. The VX fabrics are laminated with a lightweight taffeta backing, also made from 100-percent recycled post-consumer PET, to provide enhanced stitch-hold. As with all X-Pac materials, the VX fabrics are made in Dimension-Polyant’s Putnam, CT facility, which is 100 percent climate neutral.

The X-Pac VX fabrics are certified by Dimension-Polyant’s cleenTEC seal, which guarantees they are 100-percent climate neutral by including recycled or bio-based components with the added sustainable measure of having climate offsets applied directly to these specific fabrics.

“We are proud to say that nearly half of all X-Pac fabrics now carry the cleenTEC seal, which up 26 percent from 2022,” said Taylor North, head of Technical Fabrics, Dimension-Polyant US. “To make the largest impact in our carbon neutral initiative, our goal was to transition our top selling fabrics to cleenTEC – certified. It’s our commitment to continually develop sustainably made X-Pac materials, and we look forward to announcing an exciting new product introduction soon, which will raise the bar for sustainable performance laminates.”

According to Dimension-Polyant, the total volume of cleenTEC – certified fabrics sold in 2022 account for 68 percent of all X-Pac fabrics sold, reducing the carbon impact of all yardage produced by 4 percent.

While many textile manufacturers are doing what they can to make the industry greener by developing high-quality recycled, bio-based, and biodegradable fibers and fabrics — along with waterless dyes, compostable packaging among other sustainable initiatives that flow through the supply chain, it’s extremely difficulty for a company to be 100-percent climate neutral by doing these great measures alone.

“We know that despite our great efforts in making our production facilities and fabrics greener, there is always more to do, thus our carbon offset program with ClimatePartner to support tangible environmental improvement for the most at-risk places on the plant,” North said.

Dimension-Polyant will present its full collection of X-Pac® performance fabrics at Performance Days Munich, October 4-5, 2023.

Posted: August 30, 2023

Source: Dimension-Polyant

Project Updates From AATCC Research Committees

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. — August 30, 2023 — AATCC is an international standards organization, following the Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations defined by the World Trade Organization (WTO). The first of these principles is Transparency — keeping members and the industry informed of standards-related projects. The second is Openness — interested parties are welcome to participate in all aspects of the standard development process.

AATCC research committees meet at least twice per year to develop and update textile standards, plan educational events, and share information. The meetings are free, open to all, and held in a hybrid format to allow both in-person and remote participation. For those who cannot attend, AATCC publishes a status report on all open projects. The latest report is now available for view or download at www.aatcc.org/join/#committees. A few projects are also highlighted here. To get involved, register for the upcoming series of meetings at www.aatcc.org/research.

Hand, Haptics, Touch & Tactile

The way a fabric feels is critical to many end uses. AATCC committee RA89 Hand Evaluation helps translate a subjective feeling to a quantifiable test result for valid comparisons and decision making. The committee has several current projects including terminology, modifying a procedure to incorporate a wet condition and instrumental evaluation, and development of a new test method. Members of the committee are also planning a Digital Lab exploring haptics and hand.

Water Repellency for Today’s Fabrics

AATCC committee RA63 Water Resistance oversees a range of standards for evaluation water repellence and resistance of textiles. One of its iconic methods is the AATCC TM22 Spray Test. Simple, quick, and inexpensive, the test has been used to evaluate repellency for more than 80 years. But there is always room for improvement! The committee is considering options to more clearly define a “tap” and provide alternate evaluation metrics. Proposals also include suggestions for differentiating highly-repellent fabrics based on research at a member lab.

Other Projects

Research committees address everything from color to conductance. There are even committees devoted to emerging issues and correlating lab results to end use performance. Visit the AATCC website to see what’s in process and attend the upcoming meeting to suggest new projects.

Take the Lead!

AATCC research committees are a great place to learn AND to share your expertise. Consider volunteering to lead a task group, chair a committee, or take notes as secretary. All provide great leadership experience for you and ensure standards work continues to benefit the whole industry and the consumers who use textile products. To volunteer or learn more about the available roles, contact AATCC Technical Director Erika Simmons at simmonse@aatcc.org.

Posted: August 30, 2023

Source: AATCC

Pincroft: Specialists In Military Textile Printing, Unveiling Innovations At Defence And Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2023

ADLINGTON, England — August 29, 2023 — Pincroft, one of Europe’s largest commission textile dyers, printers, and finishers, with over 90 years of experience supplying armed forces and defense companies globally, has announced its inaugural participation at DSEI in London this year.

The textile manufacturer will showcase an extensive range of defence-oriented services and concepts, including its cutting-edge precision spray technology, a novel concept for nocturnal special operations, and more.

Precision that Safeguards

Pincroft presents its latest innovation, the Baldwin Texcoat G4 precision spray technology, capable of applying a wide range of finishes to textiles, including permethrin for vector protection. This groundbreaking advancement provides a significant advantage in safeguarding defence personnel during mosquito-prone duties.

Mike Collins, Pincroft’s managing director, commented: “This innovative equipment offers dual utility. The single-sided spray finishing is ideal when the full finish effectiveness is required solely on the face side of the end item, for instance, vector, fluorocarbon, and antimicrobial protection. The dual spray finish replicates the traditional padding method, while reducing the use of chemicals and water, offering a sustainable solution for our customers.”

Revolutionizing Concealment: Night Stealth Camo

Pincroft introduces “Night Stealth Camo,” a bespoke solution designed to elevate concealment during nocturnal special operations. This bespoke concept caters to the specific requirements of special forces operatives.

Recognising the primacy of infrared disruption over visual concealment during night missions, Night Stealth Camo represents a remarkable industry innovation. Although appearing black to the naked eye, the fabric reveals intricately printed camouflage patterns with infrared signatures when viewed through night vision equipment. This versatile technology suits various fabric types, including 100-percent cotton and cotton blends.

Pincroft is poised to demonstrate “Night Stealth Camo” live at DSEI. Attendees will observe the fabric seamlessly shift from black under regular vision to displaying intricate infrared camouflage patterns when observed through night vision equipment. This live exhibition at DSEI underscores Pincroft’s commitment to pushing the frontiers of concealment technology.

A Prolific Legacy

For an impressive 90 years, Pincroft has upheld a legacy of excellence in delivering camouflage printing services to global armed forces. Armed with state-of-the-art rotary printing facilities, Pincroft excels in crafting camouflage patterns that seamlessly integrate infrared reflectivity (IRR), upholding colour, shade, and performance integrity. Boasting an extensive collection of over 50 designs and the capacity to craft custom camouflage patterns, Pincroft offers an all-encompassing solution to camouflage needs. Their proficient in-house team of colourists excels in meeting intricate IRR specifications and formulating tailor-made wavelength designs spanning from 600nm to 1200nm. Supported by advanced testing facilities and decades of colourist expertise, Pincroft accurately manipulates reflectance values to meet stringent standards, ensuring unwavering quality consistency.

Posted: August 30, 2023

Source: Pincroft

Standard Textile Welcomes New Executive Vice President Of Global Growth & Strategy, Jonathan Simon

CINCINNATI — August 29, 2023 — Standard Textile Co. Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Simon as its new executive vice president of Global Growth & Strategy. Simon will play a key role in guiding the company’s vision and overseeing the development and implementation of global growth strategies and initiatives. Simon’s deep global industry experience will offer a broad perspective, setting the stage for an exciting phase of growth and success for the company.

“We are thrilled Jon is joining Standard Textile,” said Gary Heiman, chairman and CEO of Standard Textile. “I have known Jon for over twenty years and have been impressed by his humble leadership, innovative mindset, and relentless focus on future growth. Jon is a proven leader with the vision to expand the success we have built over the past 83 years and take us into a new phase of growth and innovation.”

Simon brings significant global experience in corporate strategy, manufacturing, product development, and sales and marketing in the industrial and retail textile industries. In his most recent role as CEO of 1888 Mills, Simon provided inspired leadership for all aspects of the company’s operations while working with the executive board to establish short and long-term goals and related plans and policies. Simon retired as CEO of 1888 Mills in December of 2020 to serve on its board. Simon’s impressive track record of driving revenue and market share growth, as well as his ability to build and foster meaningful and trusting relationships, has set him apart as a leader in the industry.

“From my first interaction with Gary, it was apparent that we both were passionate about our industry and respective companies,” Simon said. “I have a deep respect and admiration for Standard Textile’s history of success, their industry leading innovation and expertise, and commitment to finding and developing talent. I am honored to join Gary, Alex, and the Standard Textile team on our journey of growth and innovation.”

“Jon’s global outlook and end-to-end industry expertise will strengthen Standard Textile in unprecedented ways,” said Alex Heiman, president of Standard Textile. “Above and beyond that, his creativity, customer-centricity, and integrity are an extraordinary fit for our One Standard culture. We couldn’t be more excited for him to join the team.”

Posted August 29, 2023

Source: Standard Textile

 

Toray Receives The Boeing Supplier Of The Year Alliance Award

TACOMA, Wash. — August 29, 2023 — Toray Composite Materials America, Inc. proudly announces it is the recipient of the Boeing Supplier of the Year Alliance Award, a leadership-nominated award given to supplier companies that support and propel Boeing’s strategic objectives through risk-sharing and enduring partnerships. Receiving the Supplier of the Year Alliance Award represents Toray’s commitment to performance excellence in quality, cost, and delivery. Furthermore, it demonstrates the successful collaborative relationship between the two companies on strategic programs.

Toray CMA was honored alongside other Supplier of the Year (SoY) winners on August 23, 2023, in Championsgate, Florida. Boeing’s Supplier of the Year Award program is an industry-leading recognition program that recognizes Boeing suppliers for driving a stable, predictable production system that contributes to the company’s safety, quality, sustainability and delivery commitments to customers.

“It is an honor for Toray to receive the Supplier of the Year award again. Receiving it is a testament to our disciplined engineering approach and passion for excellence. It drives us to relentlessly pursue ways to improve so we can meet the needs of our customers,” according to Andy Sakata, senior vice president of Sales and Marketing. “We’re thankful to Boeing for recognizing the efforts of various teams that have worked with them over the past decades.”

Toray began supplying Boeing when it first qualified TORAYCA™ T300 carbon fiber for commercial application on the Boeing 737. Since then, Toray CMA has provided high-performance intermediate modulus carbon fiber and highly toughened, primary structure carbon fiber composite prepreg on various programs.

“The Supplier of the Year winners were proactive, transparent and reliable in a challenging environment,” said William Ampofo, vice president of Parts & Distribution Services and Supply Chain for Boeing Global Services and chair of Boeing’s Supply Chain Operations Council. “Over the past year, their collaboration and commitment to safety and quality was the gold standard to help us drive stability in our supply chain and consistently deliver for our customers.”

Posted: August 29, 2023

Source: Toray Composite Materials America, Inc.

Duke Energy Honors Eight Organizations With 2023 Power Partner Awards — Milliken & Company Among Honored

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — August 29, 2023 — Duke Energy has chosen eight organizations to receive its 2023 Power Partner Award.

The annual program founded in 1992 honors businesses and other organizations that have demonstrated excellence in sustainability, safety, service, and problem solving.

“We value our large commercial, industrial and government customers and encourage them to strive for organizational excellence,” said Chris Edge, Duke Energy vice president of large business customers. “All the winners awarded this year have innovated in ways that benefit their employees, stakeholders and greater community.”

The 2023 Power Partner award-winning organizations are:

Alamance-Burlington School System
Burlington, N.C.

Category: Sustainability Excellence

The Alamance-Burlington School System (ABSS) is a school district covering Alamance County and the city of Burlington, N.C., with an enrollment of approximately 23,000 students. The school system is committed to participation in Duke Energy’s Energy Efficiency (EE) Design Assistance programs for new facilities and has enrolled facilities in extensive retrofitting projects resulting in valuable energy savings.

Milliken & Company
Spartanburg, S.C.

Category: Sustainability Excellence

Milliken & Company, an industrial manufacturer of textiles, floor coverings and chemicals, works closely with Duke Energy to develop economically viable solutions to meet their desired 2025 sustainability goals. Milliken’s Magnolia/Allen plant in Blacksburg, S.C., opted into Duke Energy’s EE programs, using its custom performance incentives to eliminate coal as an on-site fuel source and to significantly reduce air pollutant emissions. Also, as part of Duke Energy’s net metering program, Milliken installed two solar arrays at their Roger Milliken Center (RMC) Global Headquarters.

Evonik
Tippecanoe, Ind.

Category: Safety Partnership

Evonik, a German based chemical company, partnered with Duke Energy to strengthen the safety culture at its Tippecanoe Laboratory site. Through this partnership, Evonik and the Duke Energy Lafayette Distribution Operations Team performed “Safety Days,” a series of live-line demonstrations designed to communicate everyday best safety practices to Evonik employees. Evonik also worked with Duke Energy to install warning signage underneath on-site high voltage lines and sought consultation on safe vegetation clearing practices.

Catawba College
Salisbury, N.C.

Category: Sustainability Excellence

Catawba College, a longtime customer of Duke Energy, was recently recognized for becoming the first campus in North Carolina and the Southeast to achieve carbon neutrality. Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions (DESS) assisted Catawba College with the development of a sustainability plan that got them to this goal. In addition, the college used DESS resources to upgrade their campus electric system and implement a campus-wide metering system to track their energy usage.  Working together with Duke Energy, the college was able to achieve their 2030 goal of carbon neutrality seven years ahead of schedule.

Duke University
Durham, N.C.

Category: Sustainability Excellence

Duke University has established the Duke Climate Commitment, a university-wide initiative to address climate change. To advance this initiative, the university is a participant in Duke Energy’s Green Source Advantage (GSA) Program, which enabled the construction of three solar arrays totaling 100.9 MW of renewable generation. In addition, the university has installed net-metered solar arrays, totaling approximately 876 kW of clean energy.

Purdue Research Foundation
West Lafayette, Ind.

Category: Service Excellence

Purdue Research Foundation (PRF) has two major development sites within Duke Energy Indiana’s service territory, Purdue Research Park and Discovery Park District. Both sites are creating jobs and bringing capital investment to the West Lafayette, IN community. Three projects have broken ground at these sites in 2023: the Rolls-Royce High Altitude Test Facility, Rolls-Royce Hybrid Electric Test Facility, and Ascension St. Vincent Hospital campus. Duke Energy Indiana and PRF have partnered closely to develop a long-term planning strategy to accommodate future growth at these facilities.

FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotech USA
Holly Springs, N.C.

Category: Solution Innovation

In March 2021, FujiFilm Diosynth announced that Holly Springs, N.C. had been selected for their new cell production site. By 2025, FujiFilm will invest $2 billion into the site and surrounding community, creating 725 skilled jobs that pay an average of $100,000. Duke Energy will serve the 16 MW campus, which will be the largest culture bio-pharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) in North America. The facility will enable FujiFilm to produce transformative medicine to meet market demand. FujiFilm has also partnered with Duke Energy to provide backup generation to the site through a 15-year Premier Power agreement. Further, the design and construction of the campus will align with Fujifilm’s Sustainable Value Plan.

Toray Resin Company
Shelbyville, Ind.

Category: Sustainability Excellence

Toray Resin Company, an international plastics manufacturer, partnered with Duke Energy to construct a solar energy facility capable of producing up to 900 kilowatts of power at its campus in Shelbyville, Ind. Toray Resin Company signed up to be the first participant in Duke Energy Indiana’s solar services pilot program, which aims to make it easier for businesses, schools and nonprofits to incorporate clean, renewable energy sources into their energy mix. Under the program, Duke Energy owns, operates and maintains the Blue River Solar Facility on Toray Resin’s campus for a monthly service fee. The program provides Toray Resin with the advantages of clean energy while minimizing upfront costs and maintenance obligations. Construction on the 8-acre, ground-mounted solar project began in October 2021, and it was brought into service in 2023.

Duke Energy

Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. Its electric utilities serve 8.2 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 50,000 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas unit serves 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. The company employs 27,600 people.

Duke Energy is executing an aggressive clean energy transition to achieve its goals of net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050. The company has interim carbon emission targets of at least 50% reduction from electric generation by 2030, 50% for Scope 2 and certain Scope 3 upstream and downstream emissions by 2035, and 80% from electric generation by 2040. In addition, the company is investing in major electric grid enhancements and energy storage, and exploring zero-emission power generation technologies such as hydrogen and advanced nuclear.

Duke Energy was named to Fortune’s 2023 “World’s Most Admired Companies” list and Forbes’ “World’s Best Employers” list. More information is available at duke-energy.com.

Posted: August 29, 2023

Source: Duke Energy

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