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Starting on the Path to Net-Zero Emissions

Supply Chain Planning

Starting on the Path to Net-Zero Emissions

While the goal of net-zero CO2 emissions seems lofty, companies can start by making small, incremental changes

By Vincent Ryan | October 27, 2021

BP to Cut 10,000 Jobs

BP to Cut 10,000 Jobs

The oil giant plans to cut 15% of its workforce by the end of the year.

By Lauren Muskett | June 8, 2020

The Heat Is On: The Quiz

Risk Management

The Heat Is On: The Quiz

Think climate change is an esoteric topic that most CFOs need not ponder often? Think again. Brush up on your climate change knowledge with our quiz.

By CFO Staff | December 11, 2019

GE to Buy Danish Wind Blade Maker for $1.6B

GE to Buy Danish Wind Blade Maker for $1.6B

The acquisition of LM Wind Power will allow GE Renewable Energy to bring the design and production of blades for wind turbines in-house.

By Matthew Heller | October 11, 2016

IPO Values Green Energy Firm at $22 Billion

IPO Values Green Energy Firm at $22 Billion

Germany's largest initial public offering in 16 years will raise 2 billion euros for Innogy, the renewable energy business of utility RWE.

By Matthew Heller | October 10, 2016

Renewable Energy CFO Raises Capital for Cleaner Environment

Renewable Energy CFO Raises Capital for Cleaner Environment

Invenergy's finance chief helps run a complex company that invests most of its profits into new projects to clean up the business of electricity generation.

By David McCann | August 16, 2016

SunPower Takes Heat for Surprise Loss Outlook

SunPower Takes Heat for Surprise Loss Outlook

The solar panel company's stock fell 30% after it radically revised its guidance, forecasting a loss of up to $175 million this year.

By Matthew Heller | August 11, 2016

Solar Firm Sungevity to Go Public Via Merger

Solar Firm Sungevity to Go Public Via Merger

The $357 million reverse merger deal with Easterly Acquisition will give Sungevity easier access to financing as it competes with larger providers.

By Matthew Heller | June 30, 2016

SunEdison’s Buying Spree Ends in Chapter 11

SunEdison’s Buying Spree Ends in Chapter 11

The bankruptcy petition listed assets of $20.7 billion and liabilities of $16.1 billion as of Sept. 30.

By Matthew Heller | April 21, 2016

SunEdison Again Delays Filing of Annual Report

Financial Reporting

SunEdison Again Delays Filing of Annual Report

The renewable energy firm cited "material weaknesses" in its accounting caused primarily by "deficient information technology controls."

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | March 16, 2016

Apple Powers Up With Solar Energy

Apple Powers Up With Solar Energy

The computing giant's $848 million deal to buy solar power is the largest ever for a company that isn't a utility.

By Matthew Heller | February 11, 2015

Patagonia Invests in Solar Energy Fund

Patagonia Invests in Solar Energy Fund

Outdoor clothing retailer allots $13 million to help Hawaii homeowners install solar panels.

By Matthew Heller | October 17, 2014

How a Broken Energy Policy Hurts Business

How a Broken Energy Policy Hurts Business

The CFO of Union Pacific wants the next U.S. President to adopt a national energy policy that promotes business investment.

By Vincent Ryan | September 13, 2012

Renewed Concerns about Renewables

Renewed Concerns about Renewables

Key tax credits for investments in renewable-energy projects could soon begin to expire.

By Kathy Hoffelder | August 1, 2012

Finding New Ways to Cash In on Renewables

Finding New Ways to Cash In on Renewables

Corporate investors that traditionally were awarded hefty tax breaks for wind and solar financing will have to rethink their plans after credits cease.

By Kathy Hoffelder | June 5, 2012