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SHPSA-650A103F08, a +/-650V, 1,000 Amps Solid State Switching Apparatus (SHPSA) for Various Power Tests Delivered to MET Laboratories, Inc. Santa Clara, CA USA
On June 30, 2018, Electronic Design & Research shipped out a more powerful SHPSA that generates up to 2,500 Amps /650V or 300kW (average) and 1.6MW pulses, assembled in a 19"W x 39"L x 72"H rack cabinet. A controller configures several SPST-NO switches as a single SPCO switch. A discharging capacitor array (SDCA-08) or V-battery is capable of discharging 2,500 Amps in 200ns and less. - July 25, 2018 - Electronic Design & Research
Daniel S. Konieczny Promoted to CEO, Direct Technology
One of Sacramento’s Fastest Growing Companies Gets a New Chief as Former CEO Rick Nelson Moves to Board of TA Group. - July 23, 2018 - TA Group
"Exploring the Block" Announces 6 New Clients Appearing on the "Blockchain Game Changers" Series
“Exploring the Block” announces 6 New Clients plus returning star Docademic (MTC) to Appear on the "Blockchain Game Changers" Series. “Exploring the Block” is excited to announce the following companies have signed on for upcoming nationwide interview series: Send... - July 23, 2018 - New to the Street
TSI Announces the Annual EnergyTech Conference & Expo - October 22-25 at IX Center
EnergyTech is announcing the 2018 Conference & Exposition event, with support from NASA and INCOSE, to be held in October jointly with Information Security Summit (ISS) at the Cleveland IX Center. In collaboration with InfraGard, IEEE, SAE, AIAA, ESD and CES, the event will feature 4 days of conference sessions, workshops, and Exhibits focused on Energy, Electric Grid, Transportation Electrification, and Critical Infrastructure. Special emphasis will be on Microgrids and Security concerns. - July 23, 2018 - Telepath Systems, Inc.
esVolta Selected for 75 MW / 300 MWh Hummingbird Energy Storage Project in Northern California
esVolta, a developer and owner of utility-scale energy storage projects across North America, has been selected by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) to build an energy storage system in Santa Clara County, California. Under the proposal, which is pending approval by the California Public... - July 23, 2018 - esVolta
Energy Blockchain Panel Hosted by Power2Peer Draws Crowd to UMass Boston
Energy professionals, blockchain enthusiasts, and market insiders filled the Venture Development Center at UMass Boston on Thursday, where a panel of experts moderated by Dr. Nish Sonwalkar fielded questions on the potential disruption of the energy industry by budding blockchain technologies. - July 20, 2018 - Power2Peer
SolarCraft Completes Solar Install at New Sonoma Academy Zero Net Energy Building - North Bay School Pushes the Green and Healthy Envelope
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft has completed a 143.3 Solar Electric System at Sonoma Academy’s newly constructed Janet Durgin Guild & Commons building. The building is the first of its kind in the North Bay, an environmental and human health model based primarily upon the Living Building Challenge criteria: to create structures that not only minimize a building’s impact on the environment but help repair it. - July 19, 2018 - SolarCraft
Bentek Expands Cable Harness Overmolding Solutions
Bentek has expanded its overmolded cable harness solutions for PV projects using both thin film First Solar Series 4 and Series 6 PV panels and PV projects using Crystalline PV panels. “Bentek’s FastLink expanded overmolded solutions allow project designers to optimize their cable... - July 19, 2018 - Bentek Corporation
Pivvot™, Backed by New Mountain Capital, Set to Re-Imagine and Simplify Data Management for Critical Infrastructure Asset Companies
Software provided by Pivvot offers intelligent asset management built for operations and asset integrity excellence, allowing you to minimize business disruptions and maximize investments. - July 18, 2018 - Pivvot
Solidiance's Latest White Paper Explores Indonesia's Electric Vehicle Market
Although Indonesia’s current penetration for electric vehicles is still far behind the government’s target, there is hope for EV to further grow in the future. In this white paper, Solidiance identifies several key areas that could provide business opportunities in supporting the growth of e-motorcycle and e-car penetration in Indonesia. - July 15, 2018 - YCP Solidiance
Wildcat Discovery Technologies Announces New Multi-Year Research Collaboration with Tianmu Lake Advanced Energy Storage Technology Research Institute (TIES)
Wildcat and TIES will leverage battery materials R&D synergies to accelerate cell performance improvements. - July 12, 2018 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Infrastructure Financing, Renewable Energy, and Offshore Wind Projects to be Discussed at Benelux Infrastructure Forum 2018
SMi Reports: 6 key reasons to attend this years 17th annual Benelux Infrastructure Forum are released. - July 12, 2018 - SAE Media Group
Solar FlexRack Offers New Compatible Solar Tracker Solution for First Solar Series 6
Visit Solar FlexRack at Intersolar NA, at Booth # 9619 on Level 3, to see our latest solar trackers and mounting solutions. - July 11, 2018 - Solar FlexRack
T-REX Unlocks Energy Project Finance Capabilities Through DNV GL’s Open Industry Platform
T-REX overlays unique analytics and services onto Veracity by DNV GL's massive database of renewable energy assets, delivering unprecedented transparency to critical growth markets. - July 10, 2018 - T-REX
SolarCraft Installs Additional Solar for Meadow Club - Sun Continues to Shine on Premier Marin County Golf Course
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft announced the completion two additional solar energy installations at The Meadow Club in Fairfax, CA. The renowned Marin County Golf Course continues to increase the overall sustainability of their 90-acre course with the installation of a 235 kW DC solar photovoltaic system, reducing their operating costs by additional thousands every month and stabilizing energy expenses for decades to come. - July 09, 2018 - SolarCraft
Following £2 Billion Loan Facility Issue, Macquarie to Discuss Infrastructure and Sustainable Projects at Benelux Infrastructure Forum 2018
SMi Reports: After issuing a £2 billion loan facility earlier this month, Macquarie Group are set to provide attendees of this year’s Benelux Infrastructure Forum with key briefings on Benelux infrastructure and sustainable energy projects. - July 05, 2018 - SAE Media Group
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System at Richmond Yacht Club - Prominent Contra Costa County Yacht Club Installs Solar & Saves Thousands
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay solar installer for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 75 kW DC solar system at Richmond Yacht Club in Point Richmond, CA. The system will produce over 50% of the harbor’s projected annual energy needs, saving the... - July 03, 2018 - SolarCraft
Solar FlexRack to Exhibit at Intersolar North America July 10-12 in San Francisco
Solar FlexRack™, a division of Northern States Metals and an innovative leader in photovoltaic mounting and solar tracker solutions, will exhibit at Intersolar North America (NA) being held at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, California from July 10th to the 12th. The conference is North... - July 01, 2018 - Solar FlexRack
Energy Industry Leader Javier Cavada Named CEO and President of Highview Power
Wärtsilä executive to bring international market development expertise. - June 30, 2018 - Highview Power
Stockton Springs, Maine Cuts Electricity Bills with Solar Energy
Sundog Solar recently completed the installation of a 32-kilowatt solar system for the Town of Stockton Springs in Midcoast Maine. This project will save the town over $106,000 over the life of the solar energy system. - June 28, 2018 - Sundog Solar
Solar FlexRack Doubles Solar Tracker Sales in First Half of 2018
The Company Continues Its Growth Trend. - June 27, 2018 - Solar FlexRack
Thorwaldson Whole House Fans Announces Rooftop Fan for Mid Century Modern Homes
Homes by Eichler, Flat Roof Smith, Cliff May and others are beautifully simple structures with floor to ceiling windows and open beam ceilings. They have no attic so, until now, owners have not been able to install whole house fans that cool homes fast at nearly no power cost compared to air conditioning. - June 27, 2018 - Invisco
GES Energy Introduces ESCO Energy Model to Irish Businesses
Using the ESCO Energy Model, Irish businesses can upgrade to Green Energy Solutions with no upfront cost and make repayments solely from savings made. - June 22, 2018 - Glas Eireann Solutions
Morningstar Debuts an Innovation "Triple Play" at InterSolar Europe
The employee-owned leader in solar charging technology expands into power conversion and advanced system monitoring; also introduces a new affordable line for global customers. - June 19, 2018 - Morningstar Corporation
Symbior Solar Secures 2.7MW Solar Rooftop Installation with Kraft Heinz and Siemens in China Expanding Its Solar C&I Business in the Region
Symbior Solar has been awarded four commercial and industrial (C&I) solar PV rooftop sites, by Kraft Heinz three plants and one by Siemens, for a combined capacity of approximately 2.7MW in various locations in China. Symbior Solar is an experienced solar PV developer with over 35MW installed... - June 18, 2018 - Symbior Solar
Invisco Industrial Announces World's First 48 Inch Hybrid Rooftop Ventilator
In 2016 the Air Movement and Control Association International, Inc. (AMCA) created a new classification for rooftop ventilators - Hybrid Rooftop Ventilator. This was prompted by their recognition of the CSR Edmonds EcoPower EP900 as the first modern hybrid rooftop in history. Now Invisco Industrial has invented a higher performance hybrid by adding a powerful motor and blade. - June 11, 2018 - Invisco
SolarCraft Complete Solar Power System at Comstock Wines - Dry Creek Winery Harvests the Power of the Sun
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a 165 kW DC solar system at Comstock Wines in Healdsburg, CA. While they have been growing grapes in Dry Creek since 2002, their winery opened in 2015. The system is designed to produce 205,000 kWh annually and expected to offset 80-90% of their utility bills helping Comstock save thousands every month in electrical costs. Having a solar powered facility also reflects the values of Comstock in protecting the environment. - June 07, 2018 - SolarCraft
Sympa Solar Signs Power Purchase Agreement and Implementation Agreement for 8MWac Solar PV Power Plant with Bangladesh Power Development Board and Ministry of Power
Sympa Solar Power Limited (“Sympa Solar”) a joint-venture company of Symbior Solar (“Symbior”), a leading developer of solar PV power plants in Asia, and Paragon Group (“Paragon”), a leading industrial group in Bangladesh, announced today that they signed... - May 31, 2018 - Symbior Solar
NABCEP Approved First PV Associate Registered Training Provider in India
Iacharya Silicon Limited (ISL) based in Chennai, India becomes the first NABCEP PV Associate Provider in India. - May 31, 2018 - North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners
Cyber Security 60 Second Micro Learning Courses Released
Topic Focused Training Raises Awareness to Meet Compliance Challenges - May 29, 2018 - QUIZZICLE
Hot Spot Free Solar Panels for the US Market by SolEnergy Consulting Mick Schacke
The first hot spot free solar panels, German engineered, coming to the US market now by SolEnergy Consulting and Mick Schacke. - May 29, 2018 - SolEnergy Consulting
America Green Solar Looks to the California Horizon
America’s fastest-growing solar company is ready to open new markets in California. The only solar company with capability to operate in all 50 states as well as Puerto Rico at this time, the team at America Green Solar was thrilled to learn that solar panels are now mandatory additions to... - May 17, 2018 - SOLAREUM
CMM Ingenieria Updates Its Technology to Make Biodiesel Fuel at Low Cost in Farms and Small Business
Making biodiesel at low cost is possible with the SAVOIA BD JET batch process. Crude oil direct from screw presses and used cooked oil are used as a feedstock. - May 16, 2018 - CMM Ingenieria
CMM Ingenieria Introduces the Innovative W-2-E Plants Using No Sorted Municipal Solid Waste as Fuel
Updated and affordable technology to reach a complete disposal of the MSW "as collected in the streets," producing renewable energy from 15 to 1500kw each. No prior sorting needed. An innovative anti-pollution treatment allows to release innocuous fumes through a high stack. - May 16, 2018 - CMM Ingenieria
Anti-Gravity Technology Startup, KGE Looks at "Extreme" Hot Air Balloons
Hydrogen light pump-jets in nanotube graphene sponges and composite films proposed as first step in anti-gravity propulsion technology. - May 15, 2018 - KGE
U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration Report Highlights Ko-Solar’s Photovoltaic Noise Barriers (PVNBs) Project in Massachusetts
U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration highlights Ko-Solar’s Photovoltaic Noise Barriers (PVNBs) project in Massachusetts and emphasizes that it is the first of its kind in the Western Hemisphere. - May 11, 2018 - Ko-Solar
SolarCraft, North Bay's Solar Leader, CEO Ted Walsh and California Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom Discuss Energy, Economics & the Environment
The CEO of Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft, a leading provider of solar and clean energy solutions for homes and businesses, met with Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom to discuss challenges facing the state and North Bay region. The lunch, attended by local business and environmental leaders, was hosted by Donald Simon and Zach Wasserman of the law firm Wendell, Rosen, Black & Dean in Oakland, CA in support of Newsom’s campaign for governor. - May 10, 2018 - SolarCraft
CADopia Announces the Release of CADopia 18 Software for Engineers and Architects
New release provides perpetual license of a production worthy CAD software to users and frees them from the mandatory annual subscription requirement of other CAD vendors. - May 10, 2018 - CADopia
Wildcat Discovery Technologies is Expanding
Wildcat is adding experimental capacity and moving to a new and larger facility in San Diego. - May 01, 2018 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Dukosi Presents Technology Model at Urban Future Lab, New York
Last month, Dukosi joined the Scottish Development International (SDI) energy systems trade mission and learning journey in New York, USA. SDI is affiliated with the UK government, and had invited Dukosi to join a trade mission and information exchange to a series of energy events and in the... - April 26, 2018 - Dukosi Limited
Aris Energy Solutions Celebrates Its First Community Distributed Generation Project
On April 20, Aris Energy Solutions will celebrate Earth Day with a ribbon cutting ceremony on its new Community Distributed Generation system. This system, utilizing solar PV on its Mount Vernon rooftop, provides renewable energy to benefit citizens and businesses in Westchester County. The event will start at 10am and the address is 22 6th Ave., Mt. Vernon, NY. - April 20, 2018 - Aris Wind
BURN Manufacturing Receives Global Energy Award
Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) announced BURN Manufacturing, makers of the JikokoaTM and KuniokoaTM cookstoves, has been awarded this year’s Bloomberg New Energy Pioneers Award. - April 18, 2018 - BURN Manufacturing USA LLC
Morningstar Expands by Adding New Technology to Its Solar Line and New Talent to Its Team
The employee-owned leader in charge controllers recruits three industry veterans as part of its growth strategy into new solar product categories and markets. - April 17, 2018 - Morningstar Corporation
Solar FlexRack Offers New Integrated Self Powered Solution for TDP™ Solar Trackers Reducing Electrical Installation Costs
The fully bankable technology includes integrated battery and charger, DC motor actuation, stand‐alone functionality, high precision voltage and current sensing, crystalline silicon module and mounting hardware. - April 12, 2018 - Solar FlexRack
Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies Ship Containerised 200kW Fuel Cell System to South Korea, for Deployment at Ulsan Technopark
UTP in South Korea is now implementing the first phase of their foray into hydrogen power from waste hydrogen streams, improving energy independence and capturing great environmental benefits. - April 05, 2018 - Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies
Sabah Development Energy and Symbior Solar Awarded First 10MW Project in Labuan as Part of Their 50MW Joint Development in Malaysia
Sabah Development Energy Sdn Bhd (SDE), a subsidiary of Sabah Petroleum International, and Symbior Solar (Symbior), a regional solar PV developer with a focus on frontier solar PV markets, are announcing the award of the largest solar PV project in Labuan and their joint venture to develop 50MW of... - April 05, 2018 - Symbior Solar
Robotic Lawn Mower Distributor Paradise Robotics Seeks Hollywood Agent
The success of robot lawn mowing in Europe leaves many scratching their heads about why robot mowers have not taken off in the USA. One theory is that Hollywood has done such a great job of demonizing robots that a significant “fear factor” exists in the minds of consumers. Paradise Robotics intends to change this perception by seeking a Hollywood agent for its robotic lawn mower Ambrogio Robot. - April 04, 2018 - Paradise Robotics
Alexandria Realtor Goes "Green" to Address Neighborhood's Growing Interest in Healthy, Resource-Efficient Homes
Princess Realty Group’s Carol Dorsey, Associate Broker with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage has been awarded the National Association of REALTORS®' [NAR's] Green Designation. - April 04, 2018 - Carol Dorsey
America Green Solar Expands Despite Federal Support for Fossil Fuels
America Green Solar continues its commitment to clean energy amid rapidly expanding fossil fuels. During a time when clean-energy innovations are being systematically dashed, America Green Solar is emboldened that improvements will be made in the energy sector: the Los Angeles- and New York-based... - April 01, 2018 - SOLAREUM
HashCash Partners with Solar Company Energify World for Blockchain Based Vendor Payment Systems
US based Energy company is using HashCash Blockchain network HC NET to make payments to vendors in China, India and Philippines. - March 27, 2018 - Energify World