Energy News
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Wildcat Discovery Technologies Awarded DOE Grant to Develop Improved Materials for Solid State Batteries
Wildcat Discovery Technologies has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy as a recipient of a $1,223,833 grant for the discovery of materials for an all-solid battery. - September 10, 2019 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Powerful, Cloud-Based Commissioning and Energy Audit App Released by Singh360
Built-in Refrigerant and Moist Air Property Charts with Trade Collaboration - September 09, 2019 - Singh360
Gantner Environment Introduces Sales and Service Partner in Thailand
Today, Gantner Instruments is pleased to announce that Logic Power Co., Ltd. will support them as a sales and service partner in Thailand. “Gantner Instruments is, for more than 3 years, together with Victor Boonyasnguan from Logic Power Co., Ltd., supporting them with industrial Solar and... - September 06, 2019 - Gantner Instruments GmbH
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System at Merrimak Capital Company; Novato Business Leader Goes Solar, Lowers Operating Costs & Carbon Footprint
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay solar installer for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 52.2 kW DC solar system at Merrimak Capital Company LLC in Novato, CA. The solar panels were installed as a way to save energy, reduce their carbon footprint and lower their operating costs by over $1,400 every month. - September 04, 2019 - SolarCraft
Michael Latham, PE Joined Bingham & Taylor
Mike Latham, PE joined Bingham & Taylor as Director of Product Engineering and Design. - September 04, 2019 - Bingham & Taylor
Mavericks Provides Reliable, Renewable Energy & Microgrid Financing for the Cannabis & Hemp Industry
Mavericks Renewable Energy, Inc. has secured financing to provide reliable, renewable energy including microgrids for the emerging cannabis and hemp industry. This will allow growers to realize higher yields at lower costs. Cannabis, hemp and Controlled Environment Agriculture is the nation's... - September 01, 2019 - Mavericks Renewable Energy
Sound Payments Shows Commitment to Setting Standards for the Petroleum Industry
Company Hosts Petroleum Non-Profit Conexxus in Jacksonville for their Forecourt Device Controller Committee meeting, Working to Set Standards that Provides More Options for Station Owners - August 30, 2019 - Sound Payments
SIO Offers High-Pressure Ball Valves for Safe Storage of Energy in Natural Gas Industries
SIO, a leading industrial valve manufacturer in China, now manufactures high-pressure ball valves that are useful in natural gas applications. The demand for energy worldwide is increasing and the pressure to meet such demand has become more challenging. Fortunately, the natural environment... - August 29, 2019 - SIOvalve
SolarCraft Appoints New Chief Executive Officer - The North Bay’s Leading Clean Energy Provider Strengthens Leadership Team
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft, the North Bay’s largest and most enduring solar and clean energy provider, announced today the appointment of Galen Torneby as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Torneby has deep expertise in the solar industry and brings decades of experience in the broader energy and construction fields to his new role, having previously served as Chief Operating Officer at SolarCraft. - August 26, 2019 - SolarCraft
Local HVAC Expert Offers Money-Saving Tips to Keep Cooler
A/C Expertek recommends that home owners have an HVAC tune-up yearly. - August 24, 2019 - A/C Expertek
Institute of Hazardous Materials Management Launches Media Service
The Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM) has certified over 16,000 hazardous materials and dangerous goods professionals in the last 35 years. Based on the extraordinary capabilities of these professionals, IHMM seeks to assist the news media with expert commentary any time a hazardous materials incident occurs. - August 23, 2019 - Institute of Hazardous Materials Management
Greenshine New Energy Saves Fortuna's Beautification Efforts While Providing a Robust New Lighting Solution
A New Solar Lighting System Has Improved the City in Amazing Ways - August 15, 2019 - Greenshine
Indeck “O” Series 75,000 PPH Boiler Provides Saturated Steam for Equipment Testing at US Naval Base
An Indeck 75,000 PPH steam boiler was recently used to complete equipment certification and testing for an east coast naval base. - August 14, 2019 - Indeck Power Equipment Company
African Utility Week’s Industry Awards and African Power & Energy Elites Join Forces to Celebrate Continent’s Energy Pioneers
The African Power & Energy Elites publication and the African Power, Energy & Water Industry Awards have aligned for their 2020 editions with a single nomination and selection process across a set of complementary categories. - August 11, 2019 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System at Christ the King School - Another East Bay Church Goes Solar with Diocese of Oakland Solar Program
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay solar installer for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 148.5 kW DC solar system at Christ the King Catholic School in Pleasant Hill, CA. The system is designed to provide over 66.57% of their school’s annual electrical needs for the facilities. The solar panels were installed as a way to save energy and protect the environment, reducing their operating costs by thousands every month and lower their carbon footprint. - August 09, 2019 - SolarCraft
B.A.P Heating & Cooling Sets the Standard for Tankless Water Heaters in Guelph, Ontario
HVAC services company, B.A.P Heating is offering first-class tankless water heater installation, repair, and replacement in Guelph, ON and surrounding areas. - August 03, 2019 - B.A.P Heating and Air Conditioning
B.A.P Heating & Cooling: Buy and Rent a Furnace Program Underway in Guelph, Ontario
HVAC services company, B.A.P Heating is innovating once again by offering you the ability to easily rent a furnace in Guelph, Ontario, and surrounding areas. - August 03, 2019 - B.A.P Heating and Air Conditioning
B.A.P Heating & Cooling Services Now Helps You with Oil to Gas Conversion in Guelph, Ontario
HVAC services company B.A.P Heating is offering top-tier oil to gas conversion in Guelph, ON and surrounding areas. - August 03, 2019 - B.A.P Heating and Air Conditioning
FreeVolt and Apparent, Inc. Partner to Enable Consumers to Generate, Use, and Sell Energy
The most efficient solar panel in the world is being combined with the most intelligent energy storage and management system in the world to change the way people buy and sell energy. - August 01, 2019 - FreeVolt USA
Stunning New Artwork by Josef Kote on Display at Ocean Galleries; August 9-11
Josef Kote returns to Ocean Galleries with his “Letting Go: Serenity Found” exhibition Friday, August 9 to Sunday, August 11, 2019. Meet the artist at receptions 7-10 PM Fri, Aug 9 and Sat, Aug 10, and 1-4 PM Sun, Aug 11. Internationally renowned, Kote’s trademark style includes bold brushwork and sweeping strokes of vibrant color. His new collection of art includes many of his paintings with nautical themes, including numerous new ones created specifically for the Stone Harbor exhibition. - July 31, 2019 - Ocean Galleries
A Strategic Alliance Between InoBat and Wildcat Discovery Technologies Set to Revolutionize Electro-Mobility in Europe
In the very near future, Slovakia should see the construction of a 100MWh battery production line, the costs of which are estimated at EUR100m. This initiative comes as the result of a strategic alliance agreement signed today between InoBat and Wildcat Discovery Technologies. For the first time, Wildcat’s renowned R&D platform enhanced with AI capabilities will be brought to Europe and combined in a unique full-scale production line. - July 29, 2019 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Gantner Environment Provides Monitoring and Control for 130MW Solar Project in Belarus
www.gantner-environment.com - Gantner Instruments Environment Solutions is pleased to announce that the company was chosen as supplier for the complete monitoring system for the largest PV Power Plant in Belarus with a planned capacity of 130MW. The solar park in Cherikov district, located in the... - July 27, 2019 - Gantner Instruments GmbH
Clearon Launches Disruptive Technology for Commercial Pools
Clearon Corp. (“Clearon”), a leading specialty chemical manufacturer headquartered in South Charleston, West Virginia, announced today the launch of AquaFinesse Pool Tabs, an environmentally friendly biofilm removal technology. AquaFinesse Pool Tabs boasts not only cleaner, softer water... - July 22, 2019 - Clearon Corp.
Joseph Peebles Does It Again
Triple Crown Winner in this year's Masters Outdoor National Track & Field Championship; At Iowa State Univeristy in Ames, Iowa Joseph Peebles wins 3 Gold and 2 Silver track and field Championship medals. - July 19, 2019 - The Peebco Energy Group
Blockchain Start-up RENBDO Ready to Launch Pre-ICO
Eco Smart Energies Ltd ( www.renbdo.io ) is pleased to reveal that the company is now ready to start the pre-ICO campaign for their upcoming project RENDBO or Renewable Energy Network Based on Decentralized Organization. The goal of this campaign is to secure funds for the installation of as many... - July 17, 2019 - Eco Smart Energies Ltd.
Novara GeoSolutions Recognizes the Key Partners Involved in Its Comprehensive Framework of Services & Software Solutions to Support the Pipeline & Utilities Industries
The Novara 360° Framework provides a comprehensive, practical, automated and cost-effective approach to compliance management tailored to an operator’s specific size and complexity. - July 17, 2019 - Novara GeoSolutions
Ohio Businessman and Philanthropist Stephen Hightower Organizes and Partners with Kroger to Provide Vital Necessities for Tornado Victims
On May 28th, 2019 tornadoes ripped through the greater Dayton area leaving a trail of widespread damage. More than 60 homes were completely destroyed, not to mention over 60,000 residents left without electricity. Additionally, the storms caused catastrophic damage to the city’s water... - July 14, 2019 - Stephen L. Hightower
New Data Shows Massachusetts Consumers Are Seeing the Benefits of the State’s Retail Electric Supply Industry
Retail Electric Suppliers Could Have Saved Customers Millions in the First Half of 2019 - July 12, 2019 - RESA
1,000 Fuel Cell Electric Heavy Vehicles for Cleaner Port Operations - Powered by Horizon
Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies has announced the signing of an MOU to supply 1,000 units of 100kW and higher automotive fuel cell systems for heavy duty trucks within three years, with the first units to be delivered in the second half of 2019. This represents one of the largest deployments of fuel... - July 11, 2019 - Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies
Clearon Launches ClearControl® CMIT in the US Market
Clearon Corp. (“Clearon”), a leading specialty chemical manufacturer headquartered in South Charleston, West Virginia, announced today the launch of ClearControl® CMIT 14% and 1.5% (5-chloro-2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one, also known as CMIT), both industrial biocides. This most... - July 09, 2019 - Clearon Corp.
Nordic Temperature Control, Inc. Announces Expansion of Their Residential HVAC Services and Launch of a New Website
Nordic Temperature Control, an HVAC-R Contractor in Burlington, WA expands its residential heating and cooling service throughout Skagit Valley, along with launching a newly designed website. - June 26, 2019 - Nordic Temperature Control
Wildcat Discovery Technologies Receives Second Patent for Silicon Anode Electrolytes
Wildcat’s successful US Department of Energy project yields a second patent for electrolytes that outperform fluoroethylene carbonate-based solutions on silicon anodes. - June 25, 2019 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
FMD Distribution and Service Welcomes Kevin Fields - Kevin Will Serve as Vice President of Technical Services
FMD Distribution and Service hires Kevin Fields as Vice President of Technical Services for the Houston office. - June 19, 2019 - FMD Distribution and Service
Shackelford Law Firm Showcases New Team of Attorneys at Houston Office Location
Mid-sized Texas Law Firm Expands to 57 Lawyers Throughout Six Locations. - June 13, 2019 - Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP
Cates Consulting Group Works with Trauma Victims Like Those Affected by Durham Gas Explosion
Cates Consulting Group's thoughts and prayers are with the victims that were involved in the catastrophic gas explosion in Durham, North Carolina. In April 2019, two people were killed and 25 injured. Of the people injured, six were in critical condition and one was transported to a burn center. - June 11, 2019 - Cates Consulting Group
GlacialLight Announces New Natural Sunlight of GL-TSL30-NL Series
GlacialLight, the LED lighting division of GlacialTech Inc., announces the natural sunlight GL-TSL30-NL series. Besides the track lighting model, the new lighting fixture also comes in surface mount and pendant rod variants with dimming for greater lighting flexibility. With a CRI of 97, as well as... - June 08, 2019 - GlacialTech Inc.
ION PRO Services Places Equipment in Midland, Texas
ION PRO Services locates equipment in Midland, Texas. ION PRO Services has announced that the company has placed Hot Tapping and Line Stop equipment in Midland, Texas to offer improved response times for customers in the region. Deon Botes, ION PRO Services President commented, “We see... - June 06, 2019 - ION PRO Services, LLC
Nominations for the Global Power & Energy Elites Are Now Open
The upcoming 2020 edition of the Global Power & Energy Elites aims to once again celebrate groundbreaking people and projects in the industry. - June 06, 2019 - Global Power & Energy Elites
Diesel Decarbonization Brings Transformative Opportunities for Next-Generation Biodiesel Feedstocks and Technologies
New study, Renewable Diesel 2030 finds next generation feedstocks and technologies are big winners in diesel decarbonization initiatives for low carbon fuels. - June 03, 2019 - Emerging Markets Online
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Systems at Holy Spirit Church & School - East Bay Church & School Go Solar with Diocese of Oakland Solar Program
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay solar installer for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 68.6 kW DC solar system at Holy Spirit Church and an 89.6 kW DC solar system on the adjoining Holy Spirit School in Fremont, CA. - May 24, 2019 - SolarCraft
Horizon Fuel Cell Announces Breakthrough in Automotive Fuel Cells
Ultra-thin bipolar plates from Horizon deliver high power density, and offer exciting cost-reduction potential in PEM fuel cells. - May 24, 2019 - Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies
Primary Vision Debuts New Video Detailing Their Innovative Frac Spread Count
Primary Vision, a leading distributor of data on hydraulic fracturing activity in the United States, has debuted a new visual detailing their Frac Spread Count system, which provides valuable insights and analytics for oil and gas industry professionals and investors – watch here. The latest... - May 22, 2019 - Primary Vision
SolarCraft Hires New Chief Operating Officer - Galen Torneby Will Head Up Operations for North Bay’s Leading Solar Provider
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft, the North Bay’s largest solar and clean energy provider, announced today that Galen Torneby has joined the company as Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Torneby has extensive construction management and technical experience in the energy industry, including more than 10 years in operational leadership roles at several of world’s leading renewable energy companies. - May 22, 2019 - SolarCraft
Beyond Brundtland Launches Report on Sustainability of the Western Balkans Energy Sector That Pledged €1.1 BN for UN Sustainable Development Goals
Beyond Brundtland has unveiled the Energy Industry Sustainability - Western Balkans 2019 report, the first region-wide survey of energy industry alignment with 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The survey previewed 8 countries in the region (Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Slovenia) as well as 28 energy companies from the region. Fourteen companies were found to have made pledges towards the UN SDGs. - May 22, 2019 - Beyond Brundtland
Indeck’s Ken Altman and Aaron Naylor Bring Unique Perspectives and Nearly 60 Years of Experience to Indeck’s Reimagined Equipment Management and Service Teams
Indeck is pleased to announce the advancement of Aaron Naylor and Ken Altman to the positions of Service Manager and Equipment Operations Manager, respectively. Both men are stepping into these new roles as part of Indeck’s recent expansion of their Equipment Management and Service... - May 18, 2019 - Indeck Power Equipment Company
Walmart Executed Agreements for 46 Solar Projects Across the US with C2 Energy Capital
C2 Energy Capital, LLC announced today that it executed 46 Power Purchase Agreements and leases with Walmart Inc. to provide solar power at the retailer’s operations in five states. These agreements represent a tangible commitment by Walmart to achieve the retailer’s goal to have 50... - May 14, 2019 - C2 Energy Capital, LLC
New Data Shows Connecticut Consumers Are Seeing the Benefits of the State’s Retail Electric Supply Industry
New research shows Connecticut residential energy customers are seeing the benefits of the state’s competitive retail energy market – receiving greater savings options and increased customer service. The Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA), the nation’s leading trade... - May 13, 2019 - RESA
Loan Agreement Signed by Legion Finance Trade Limited and Triskata International
The Legion Finance Trade Limited Group; signed a loan agreement in the aggregate amount of up to 897 million Euro with Triskata International for installation of 680MW of power plant. - May 09, 2019 - Legion Finance Trade Limited
Samuel Puleo, Head of Leoco Financial LLC, Re-Brands Company as Puleo Energy to Offer Power and Natural Gas Supply Services to Clients in Eastern PA and New York City
Leoco Financial LLC was founded in 2012 by Sam Puleo as a boutique energy consulting firm. The company currently manages 500+ utility accounts and over $5 million in annual energy expenditure. - May 07, 2019 - Puleo Energy
Optima ECM Consulting Announces Joint Success Story with MSD
Optima ECM Consulting today announced MSD has successfully implemented an optimized Invoice to Pay solution as part of their journey towards an Intelligent Enterprise. - May 07, 2019 - Optima ECM Consulting