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World Bank to Report Back on Progress of Its Thirsty Energy Initiative at African Utility Week in Cape Town in May
A study in South Africa that forms part of the World Bank’s Thirsty Energy Initiative has found that major inter-basin transfers support water for power in South Africa. So says Dr Diego J. Rodriguez, Senior Economist at the World Bank, and speaker at African Utility Week in Cape Town in May. - January 22, 2016 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
GBS Designated "Expert Insurance Service Provider" by AM Best Company
GBS has been accredited with the title of "Expert Insurance Service Provider" by AM Best. - January 19, 2016 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Renovated Home Becomes 1st Energy Producer
New Video "Healthy Home Healthy Planet" Tells the Story - January 14, 2016 - Healthy Home Healthy Planet
SolarCraft Becomes 100% Employee-Owned - North Bay Solar Energy Leader Sells to Employees Through ESOP
SolarCraft, a 32 year old North Bay solar energy contractor has announced that it has transitioned to a fully Employee Owned Company, (ESOP). - January 14, 2016 - SolarCraft
Southern Pipeline Services, LLC Acquires New Division
Southern Pipeline Services, LLC (“SPS”) announced that it has acquired Louisiana based Compeaux Construction, a heavy equipment civil contractor founded in 2010, specializing in heavy equipment work. The addition of this business unit expands their strong presence and capabilities for... - January 14, 2016 - Southern Pipeline Services, LLC.
Sonoma Academy Makes the Switch to Solar - Sonoma County School Goes Green, Saves Money
Sonoma Academy has switched-on a 208 kW solar power project on the north edge of its campus. The electricity produced from this system is projected to save over $1,280,000 for the academy over the next 25 years allowing that money to flow directly back into education. - January 12, 2016 - SolarCraft
CRSI’s NERC CIP Peer Sharing Event Showcases Best Practices for the NERC CIP Standards
Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc. (CRSI) is hosting a three-day forum in beautiful Anaheim, CA, from February 29 – March 2. The past five events have brought together more than 78 companies and over 360 attendees. Do not miss this opportunity to see how other industry leaders are staying ahead... - January 09, 2016 - Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc.
Schneider Electric to Provide Remote Asset Health Monitoring and Diagnostics Services to Basin Electric
Company to deliver remote monitoring services and predictive analytics for improved plant reliability and equipment performance - January 07, 2016 - Schneider Electric
William J. Boyle Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
William J. Boyle of Monson, Massachusetts was recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of energy. About William J. Boyle Mr. Boyle has over 35 years experience in the energy... - January 06, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Sandra L. Marshall Honored as Strathmore’s Who’s Who Woman of the Month January 2016
Sandra L. Marshall, of Calgary, Alberta, Canada has recently been honored as Strathmore’s Who’s Who January 2016 Woman of the Month for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Corporate Secretarial Services. - December 30, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Energetics Launches New Office in Dubai
Today Energetics Incorporated (Energetics) announced the launch of its new office in Dubai, UAE, to expand Energetics’ clean energy and energy management consulting services into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This office located in Dubai Science Park (DSP), the... - December 20, 2015 - Energetics
Cameroon’s ENEO CEO Says iPAD Cameroon Was "a Great Platform for Dialogue and Discussions"
“The iPAD Cameroon Energy & Infrastructure Forum proved to be a great platform for dialogue and discussions between the various actors in our sector,” says Mr Joel Nana Kontchou, CEO of ENEO Cameroon, the country's state utility. He adds: “I had some very interesting meetings... - December 19, 2015 - iPAD Cameroon Energy Infrastructure Forum
WAPIC Attendance Grows by 37% as West African Power Sector Looks to the Future with Growing Confidence
The continued growth in the quality and the numbers attending the West African Power Industry Convention (WAPIC) reflects the increased confidence of the region’s power sector says WAPIC programme director Natalie Bacon. - December 19, 2015 - Future Energy Nigeria
RIM Solutions Wins Six Major Research Contracts in Just Five Weeks Since Acquisition
RIM Solutions, a utility industry research and advisory firm, has won six major research contracts within the first five weeks following its acquisition by TMG Consulting in November 2015. These new clients include one investor-owned utility, one municipality and four solution providers. RIM,... - December 18, 2015 - TMG Consulting
Nearly 67 Percent of North American Utilities Faced Significant Problems During Their Most Recent Customer Information System Procurement, New Research Reveals
RIM Solutions, a subsidiary of TMG Consulting that provides utility industry research and advisory services, announced today the results of part two of its four-part study into customer information system (CIS) replacement risks; this installment provides deep-dive analysis into... - December 16, 2015 - TMG Consulting
African Utility Week Explains How to Save Water This Holiday Season in Your Business and Home
“There are lots of things that we can do as water consumers, whether at home or in our business, to help save water,” says Evan Schiff, event director for African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa. South Africa is currently experiencing drought conditions and cities such as Cape Town... - December 16, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Trojan Utilities Triumphs with 5.5 Million Contract Win
Trojan Utilities shake hands on a three year multi-million pound deal to deliver Smart metering services to independent gas and electrical supplier OVO Energy, the only independent gas and electricity supplier recognised as the Which? Recommended Provider 2015. Initially worth around £5.5m,... - December 11, 2015 - Trojan Utilities
Smart Company Receives Support from MP
Chris Green MP for Bolton West visits rapidly expanding Bolton company Trojan Utilities to congratulate them on their commitment to innovation in smart technology. Recently elected to the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee, Chris was eager to support the Horwich-based company that... - December 11, 2015 - Trojan Utilities
The Internet of Things Gets Into Hot Water
Hydra-Quick is introducing the world's fastest and smartest hot water on-demand delivery system which is smart phone programmable. The HydraQuik system can operate as a hot water demand system, timed delivery system, temperature controlled circulating system, and can even protect your piping from freezing. - December 10, 2015 - Hydra-Quick
CartoPac International, Inc. Has Been Selected by CIO Review for the 20 Most Promising Oil & Gas Technology Solution Providers 2015
Annual list showcases the 20 Most Promising Oil & Gas Technology Solution Providers 2015; CartoPac International, Inc. makes it to CIO Review’s 20 Most Promising Oil & Gas Technology Solution Providers list for its expertise in providing solutions for the Oil & Gas Technology landscape. - December 10, 2015 - CartoPac International, Inc.
TMG Adds Seasoned Analyst to Bolster New Research Division
TMG Consulting is pleased to announce the addition of Mark Hall, the newest resource for RIM Solutions, the firm’s recently-acquired research division. RIM Solutions is TMG’s research subsidiary that brings solutions and utilities together to solve problems and seize opportunities. - December 10, 2015 - TMG Consulting
Energy Efficient Homes a Priority at Mill Creek in Geneva
Shodeen Homes Encourages Energy Efficiency Buyer Education. - December 09, 2015 - Shodeen Homes
Home Grown App is Key to Efficiency
Head of IT is appointed to deliver a technological transformation that will lead utilities firm, Trojan Utilities, into its next phase of business growth. The appointment of Jason Bogg as Head of IT will focus the company on greater effective working and ongoing improvements for both customers and... - December 09, 2015 - Trojan Utilities
African Utility Week to Show Why Electricity and Water Management Will Never be the Same Again
“There’s no doubt that renewable energy as well as smart technology are changing the way power and water utilities operate and deal with their customers. The industry is constantly challenged and presented with new opportunities and it is therefore vital for power and water... - December 09, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Re-Launching Water Demand Side Management Conference
Water Demand side Management GCC is a specialized conference addressing the implementation of performance enhancing SMART network solutions to optimize water consumption and improve water sustainability. This conference will take place on 7-8 March 2016, in Dubai, UAE. - December 08, 2015 - Advanced Conferences & Meetings
Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) Struck by the Tsunami Disaster is Now a 10 Bagger
Deger Wealth Management, founded by Dr. Erkin Olmez, under Warren Buffett's teachings of value investing made a handsome return on its investment in the tsunami struck Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) (TYO:9501) stock. After the 2011 tsunami disaster in the Pacific Ocean, TEPCO had to close the... - December 07, 2015 - Deger Varlik Yonetim
Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Inorganic Chemistry Recognized as a Lifetime Professional by The National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E.
Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Inorganic Chemistry of Oxford, Ohio has been recognized as a Lifetime Professional by the National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E. for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and chemistry. About Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Inorganic... - December 05, 2015 - N.A.M.E.
Sceptor Holdings Inc. Announces Status of South African 90MW Power Project
On September 11, 2015 (the “Closing Date”), Scepter Holdings, Inc., a Nevada corporation closed a transaction (the “Transaction”) in the form of an Asset Purchase agreement, (the “Agreement”) with Belfleur, Inc. a company organized under the laws of the State of... - December 05, 2015 - Scepter Holdings Inc.
Red Clay Consulting Successfully Implements Oracle Utilities Load Profiling & Settlement at IESO
Atlanta-based Red Clay Consulting announced today that the Ontario Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) has successfully implemented Oracle Utilities Load Profiling and Settlement to produce settlement ready data for Ontario’s wholesale electricity market. The solution uses Oracle... - December 04, 2015 - Red Clay Consulting
iPAD Rwanda Attendance Up 60% and Confirms Role in Growing Energy Market in the Region
The second edition of the iPAD Rwanda Power & Infrastructure Investment Forum that took place in November in Kigali has shown a 60% increase in attendance and according to the state power utility REG has contributed to an increased interest in the local energy market. “The conference... - December 03, 2015 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum
Save the Date - Social Media Utilities is Returning to London
SMi proudly presents the return of its 5th annual Social Media in the Utilities Sector conference taking place on the 11th – 12th April 2016 in London, UK. - December 02, 2015 - SAE Media Group
Dangote Group’s Joseph Makoju, Akon Lighting Africa and the AfDB Big Winners at WAPIC's West African Power Industry Awards in Lagos
Joseph Makoju, Honorary Advisor for the Dangote Group, was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Regional Award during the sold-out gala dinner at the West African Power Industry Awards in Lagos on Tuesday evening. Akon Lighting Africa scored a double nod of approval from the industry with two... - November 28, 2015 - Future Energy Nigeria
Honored Lifetime Member Sandra "Sandy" L. Marshall Has Been Selected as Woman of the Month of June 2016 in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Lifetime member, Sandra L. Marshall of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, has been selected as Woman of the Month of June 2016 in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals. Her accomplishments and excellence in her role as Corporate Secretary in the field of Energy has qualified her for this recognition. - November 21, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Stratistics MRC Announces Its New Report, "Biogas Upgrading Global Market Outlook - Trends, Forecast, and Opportunity Assessment"
According to Stratistics MRC, the biogas market is estimated to drive the market over next decade due to significant growth in residential and industrial applications. - November 21, 2015 - Stratistics Market Research Consulting Pvt Ltd
Stratistics MRC Announces Its New Report, "Alternative Fuels Advisor Global Market Outlook - Trends, Forecast, and Opportunity Assessment"
According to Stratistics MRC, the increase in crude oil prices, government regulations to reduce greenhouse gases emissions are major drivers for the growth of Alternative fuels advisor market. - November 21, 2015 - Stratistics Market Research Consulting Pvt Ltd
Globeleq Diamond Sponsors at iPAD Cameroon Energy & Infrastructure Forum in Yaoundé in December
Globeleq, a leading African independent power producer, is the exclusive diamond sponsor at the inaugural iPAD Cameroon Energy & Infrastructure Forum in Yaoundé from 1-2 December. Cameroon’s Minister of Energy and Water Resources, H.E. Basile Atangana Kouna, will officially open... - November 18, 2015 - iPAD Cameroon Energy Infrastructure Forum
Solar Causing Three Times the Power Plant Cycling of Wind
New research by Renewable Impacts LLC, covering CAISO power plant cycling, revealed that solar was more responsible for power plant cycling causality than wind by a factor of three. - November 16, 2015 - Renewable Impacts LLC
New Website Powered Up by Greenwood Utilities
How can I save money on my electric and water bills? How do I apply for service, or understand my usage? What are some tips for improving the efficiency of my utilities? As winter approaches, consumers seek answers to these and other questions concerning energy conservation. An excellent resource... - November 15, 2015 - U.S.NEXT
AllTech and GlenMartin Enter Into Strategic Cooperation Agreement to Supply Mobile Solutions Including Communication and Light Towers
Alltech and GlenMartin strategic alliance will build on the strengths of both companies. Both companies look forward to working closely together. - November 10, 2015 - GlenMartin
Madison Street Capital Arranges Credit Facility for TMAG Industries, Inc., dba Stellar Solar
Madison Street Capital (“MSC”) acted as the exclusive financial advisor in arranging a growth capital credit facility for its client, TMAG Industries, Inc., dba Stellar Solar. The credit facility was provided by Funding Circle. The transaction was announced today by Charles Botchway, CEO of MSC and the transaction team was led by MSC Senior Managing Director Barry Petersen. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. - November 05, 2015 - Madison Street Capital
Rwandan Infrastructure Minister Musoni to Open Rwanda Investment Forum That is Drawing Regional and International Interest
The iPAD Rwanda Power & Infrastructure Investment Forum in Kigali next week will welcome more than 200 high-level regional and international investors and power experts to discuss new tenders, project updates and share best practice. - November 01, 2015 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum
Point Click Switch’s Energy Comparison Tool Helps Baltimore Residents Save on Power
Point Click Switch encourages local residents and businesses to use their tool to compare energy providers’ rates and terms to ensure they’re paying a fair price for power ahead of the winter season. - October 27, 2015 - Point Click Switch
TMG Consulting Acquires RIM Solutions’ Research and Strategy Practice to Provide the Deep-Dive Intelligence That Utilities Want
TMG Consulting, a utility industry firm whose consulting services and accelerator products help align utility business goals with available technologies to secure stronger customer relationships, announced today that it has acquired the research and strategy practice of RIM Solutions. The... - October 27, 2015 - TMG Consulting
FMP Coatings Launches Thermally Activated Composite Coating for CUI Protection
Corrosion under insulation is a costly and dangerous problem affecting many facility owners. InsulCorr TACC provides a simple, easy to use repair technology for live protection. - October 23, 2015 - FMP Coatings
Abu Dhabi’s Energy Industry Leaders Convene for a Strategic Roundtable on Energy Subsidies, Technology, Innovation and R&D in the UAE
The Minister of Energy, H.E. Suhail bin Mohamed Faraj Fares Al Mazrouei, will chair the first session on the subject of energy subsidies and deregulation of fuel prices. Other leading officials participating in the debate include; Marc Mollema, Managing Director, Global Head of Energy and Resources – NBAD; and Maria Vagliasindi, GCC Energy Expert – World Bank. - October 22, 2015 - TOGY
SCIenergy Delivers 25% Energy Reduction to a New York City Commercial Building at No Cost to the Owner
$3.6 million project for 125 Maiden Lane will increase value and resiliency of NY office-condominium building. - October 13, 2015 - SCIenergy, Inc.
Coahoma EPA Lights the Way with New Website
Since its beginning, Coahoma Electric Power Association (EPA) has worked to provide low cost electricity to its consumers throughout northern Mississippi. Today, their services are even more visable with the launch of their new website www.coahomaepa.com. Optimized for all devices, the new website... - October 10, 2015 - U.S.NEXT
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System for Horicon School District - Sonoma County School Makes the Switch to Solar Power
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 59 kW solar electric system at Horicon Elementary School in Annapolis, CA, near the northern coast of Sonoma County. The new photovoltaic system will offset 99% of their utility grid demand, essentially eliminating their electric bills and saving the school district thousands in utility fees every year. - October 08, 2015 - SolarCraft
RIM Solutions Strengthens Client Services and Project Management Capabilities with Newest Hire
RIM Solutions, a rapidly growing research and marketing firm within the utility industry, is pleased to announce Madeleine Collins as the latest addition to the team. Focused on clients and projects, Collins brings continued marketing and research support to RIM’s projects by managing client... - October 08, 2015 - RIM Solutions
New Appointments to Helio Energia Board
Helio Energia Holdings SA ("Helio" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that Trevor Graham Crouch (Independent Director) and David M. Mitchell (Executive Director) and have been appointed to the Helio Energia Holdings SA Board of Directors, effective August 4, 2015. Mr... - October 06, 2015 - Helio Energias Renovaveis