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Concord Petroleum Inc. Builds an Energy Efficient Gas Station in Concord for $4 Million
TMC Financing provides SBA 504 loan for the construction of the Concord Petroleum Inc. gas station, mini-market and Popeye’s restaurant franchise Concord, CA for $4 Million. - October 07, 2014 - TMC Financing
Point Click Switch Announces All New "Utility Bill Selfie" Service
Point Click Switch is now offering new technology to help consumers with energy savings. Connecticut residents can simply upload a picture of their utility bill and the company will respond within 48 hours with the lowest available energy rates. - October 06, 2014 - Point Click Switch
JD7 Founder to Lead Aquam’s R&D
Aquam Corp is announcing that the founder of JD7 will be the head of Aquam’s research and development department, with two locations. - October 04, 2014 - Nu Flow
West African Power Industry Awards to Honour Industry’s Best and Brightest WAPIC in Lagos in November
West Africa’s leading utility and energy professionals and projects are to be honoured at the annual West African Power Industry Convention (WAPIC) that is taking place in Lagos, Nigeria from 18-19 November this year. The West African Power Industry Awards are designed to celebrate the West... - October 04, 2014 - Future Energy Nigeria
TechExecs State 88% of the Industry CIOs Pick Big Data as Their Next IT Offering
TechExecs Network and Flutura today announce the launch of a bold new campaign to teach CIOs across the United States on how to leverage and increase their understanding, awareness, insights about Big Data, and the benefits of providing Analytic-As-A-Service (AAAS) within their organizations. - October 03, 2014 - Association of TechExecs Network
Kalkitech Signs MoU with UNITEN, Malaysia
Kalkitech, a niche technology company providing communication and optimization solutions for the Smart Grid, signed MoU with Universiti Tenega Nasional (UNITEN), a wholly owned university of Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Malaysia - October 01, 2014 - Kalki Communication Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
DUECO Inc. Promotes Two and Hires Two Team Members
DUECO, Inc., a woman-owned business and the largest independently owned provider of Terex® Hi-Ranger bucket trucks, digger derricks and cranes in North America, announces the following promotions: Bobbie Slater has been promoted to the newly created role of Sales & Production Support... - September 30, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
Oaktree’s Power Opportunities Group Launches Hydroexcavation Platform Vac One Services, LLC with Acquisition of Texas ReExcavation, LC
Vac One Services, LLC formed to acquire, integrate, and grow companies in the North American hydro-excavation markets. T-Rex Services is the platform’s first acquisition. - September 29, 2014 - Vac One Services, LLC
Kurt E. Yeager Appears in Times Square, Honored by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Kurt E. Yeager, of Aptos, California, has been recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Energy. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Mr. Yeager's image was projected over Times Square, NY, on September 11, 2014. The event was set to promote PEER (see info below) and to celebrate Mr. Yeager’s accomplishments and progressive actions within his industry. - September 27, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Clark Solutions Introduces New Multi-Jet Totalizing Water Meter
MJ-SDC Water Meters are an ideal choice for a range of municipal, private and industrial water metering applications. - September 26, 2014 - Clark Solutions
STEG-IS Partners with iPAD Rwanda Power & Infrastructure Investment Forum in Kigali in November
STEG International Services (STEG-IS) has partnered as a platinum sponsor with the inaugural iPAD Rwanda Power & Infrastructure Investment Forum that will take place from 3-4 November in Kigali, Rwanda. The forum will gather investors, project developers, finance houses, construction and... - September 26, 2014 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum
TDS Turbine Services to Oversee Aero-Derivative Technology for El Paso Electric
Technical Diagnostic Services (TDS), an industry leader for turbine services is pleased to announce its partnership with El Paso Electric to provide service to their new power facility that will provide power to 160,000 households. - September 24, 2014 - Technical Diagnostic Services
Taking the East African Power Industry Convention to the Next Level
“The 16th East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) that took place in Nairobi in September has proven that it is still the most important gathering for quality discussions on where the power sector in the region is going. We look forward to taking the event to the next level next year... - September 24, 2014 - Future Energy East Africa
International Ultraviolet Association (IUVA) Hosts Americas Regional Conference in White Plains, New York, October 26-28, 2014
The International Ultraviolet Association is hosting the Americas Regional Conference in White Plains, New York, October 2628, 2014. Keynote Presenters are Marvin DeVries, President of Trojan Technologies and Paul Rush, Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Protection, New York City. - September 18, 2014 - International Ultraviolet Association
WINAICO Leads the World on Reliability by Securing Intensified Hail Stone Test as Per IEC 61215, the Most Stringent Hail Impact Test Offered by TÜV Rheinland
WINAICO is one of the first PV Manufacturers in the world to secure IEC 61215 with its modules withstanding the impact of 35 mm hail stones travelling at over 27.2 m/s as tested by TÜV Rheinland, offering its customers greater system reliability in extreme weather conditions. - September 15, 2014 - WINAICO USA
Tony Elumelu to Discuss Opportunities in the Power Industry at WAPIC in Lagos in November
Well-known global business leader and chairman of Heirs Holdings Tony Elumelu says the group “has the ambition to generate at least a quarter of Nigeria’s power consumption needs in the next five years.” Heirs Holdings’ interests in the power sector include Transcorp Ughelli... - September 12, 2014 - Future Energy Nigeria
Silicon Carbide Products, Inc. Celebrates 20 Years in Business
Silicon Carbide Products, Inc. (SCP) announces their 20 year anniversary and the roll out of a new corporate branding. - September 06, 2014 - Silicon Carbide Products, Inc.
Global4PL is Certified Under Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism - C-TPAT - Program
Global4PL Supply Chain Services, a leading supply chain solutions and customs brokerage provider, obtained the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) certification from U.S. Customs & Border Protection for its customs brokerage division. C-TPAT is a joint government-business... - September 04, 2014 - Global4PL
Nigerian Business Giant Tony Elumelu to Open Annual West African Power Industry Convention in Lagos in November
Well-known global business leader, financier, entrepreneur, investment guru and philanthropist Tony Elumelu is heading up a high-level list of power experts who will address this year’s West African Power Industry Convention (WAPIC) from 18-19 November. During the 11th edition of this long... - August 29, 2014 - Future Energy Nigeria
High Expectations for EAPIC as Hundreds of Energy Experts Meet in Nairobi Next Week to Discuss, Debate and Learn
More than a thousand people will gather for the annual East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) in Nairobi from 3-4 September as the region prepares for massive investments in the power sector. Not only will the event bring together the region’s leading power utilities, investors,... - August 29, 2014 - Future Energy East Africa
Exclusive Strathmore’s Who’s Who Global Podcast with Dr. Gilbert Gordon
Strathmore’s Who’s Who is pleased to announce the worldwide release of their exclusive podcast with the renowned Dr. Gilbert Gordon. - August 27, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Slate Rock Safety Certified as a Women-Owned Enterprise by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council
Slate Rock Safety, LLC, an ecommerce retailer and distributor of safety apparel specializing in flame resistant (FR) clothing, received national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). - August 26, 2014 - Slate Rock Safety
ACWUA Associates with BE Summits at GCC Power & Water Forum
The Arab Countries Water Utilities Association “ACWUA” has approved its cooperation with BE Summits, a publicly listed business information company that hosts upper level executive business congresses and forums, for GCC Power and Water Forum which will be held in Hotel Park Hyatt, Dubai on 1st and 2nd September’14. - August 26, 2014 - BE Summits
Australia’s Ergon Energy Chooses Pulse Energy to Engage Commercial Customers
Pulse Energy, the global leader in energy intelligence for utilities’ commercial customer, now works with leading utilities across three continents, marking positive global expansion. - August 25, 2014 - Pulse Energy
GPI’s New Product Saves Gas Distribution Company Over $700,000
Locally owned GPI Inc. announced today a huge savings opportunity for a Central Plains gas distributor with their product called the Tracer Snap©. The Central Plains gas distribution service company has over 2 plus million subscribers and is always searching for ways to cut down the operating... - August 23, 2014 - GPI.RSC
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Kurt E. Yeager with Special Times Square Appearance
Kurt E. Yeager, of Aptos, California, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Energy. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Mr. Yeager‘s image will be projected over Times Square, New York, on September 11, 2014. - August 20, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Professor Gilbert Gordon Being Honored by America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals with Special Times Square Appearance on Friday, August 22, 2014
Professor Gilbert Gordon of Oxford, Ohio is recognized for his achievements and accomplishments in the field of Water Research. He will be featured in Times Square, New York City on Friday, August 22, 2014. - August 20, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
iPAD Rwanda Forum to Provide Investment Platform for Africa’s Next Best Business Opportunity
“Rwanda is open for business: there are enormous investment opportunities in the country’s power and infrastructure sectors and the Kigali government has proven that it can provide a stable and investor-friendly business climate,” says Emmanuelle Nicholls, event director of the upcoming iPAD Rwanda Power & Infrastructure Investment Forum. - August 20, 2014 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum
Advanced Film Solutions, Tampa Exhibiting Energy Security Window Film at Florida's Largest Home Show, August 29-September 1, 2014, Florida State Fairgrounds
Tampa Bay's premier window film installation company, Advanced Film Solutions has announced that they will be exhibiting August 29th through September 1, 2014, at Tampa Bay Florida's Largest Home Show. This four day event is an incredible opportunity for Tampa homeowners to checkout the latest thin film coating technologies designed to lower home energy costs, earn TECO Rebates and strengthen glass against burglary. - August 19, 2014 - Advanced Film Solutions
Kalkitech Wins "India’s Small Giants Award"
Kalki Communication Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (Kalkitech), a technology company providing communication & optimization solutions for Smart Grid was recognised with the prestigious "India’s Small Giants Award" placing it among India’s Top 40 SMEs. - August 19, 2014 - Kalki Communication Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Volo’s First Customer Launches High-Speed Internet Access Service in Northern Uganda in Less Than 12 Weeks
New ISP Zoom Wireless uses Volo’s software integration and expert network design to deliver affordable high-speed services to business and residences in Gulu. - August 18, 2014 - EveryLayer
Free Technical Workshops at EAPIC Expo in Nairobi Offer Practical Solutions and Training for Power Professionals
Two days of free practical workshops on energy efficiency, plant maintenance and clean energy solutions for the utility and large power users sector are offered during the upcoming East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) that is taking place from 3-4 September at the Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi. - August 15, 2014 - Future Energy East Africa
EPP Sponsors the 2014 NJEPA Conference for 12th Straight Year
Emergency Preparedness Partnerships (EPP) is proud to announce its endorsement of the 2014 NJEPA Conference. This is the twelfth year in a row that EPP has sponsored this event, which offers comprehensive educational content delivered via training sessions, lectures, panel discussions, and breakout sessions. - August 13, 2014 - Emergency Preparedness Partnerships
EPP’s Caffrey Receives Merit Award from Atlantic City Electric
Michael Caffrey, Vice President of Operations for Emergency Preparedness Partnerships (EPP) has been presented with Atlantic City Electric’s eighth annual Merit of Excellence Award for Commitment to Public Safety, which is given to individuals or organizations that have demonstrated a strong... - August 13, 2014 - Emergency Preparedness Partnerships
Cape Town Events Company Spintelligent Continues Its Growth and Expansion with Record Revenue Increase
Spintelligent, the leading Cape Town-based trade exhibition and conference organiser, has continued its unabated growth and expansion in events and partnerships in the power, mining, agriculture and education sectors during the first half of the business year. - August 13, 2014 - Spintelligent
Odyne’s Joe Dalum Presents an Understanding of Fleet PHEV Options for Medium and Heavy-Duty Trucks at Plug-in 2014
Presentation Helps Answer the Question: Is a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle System a Good Fit for Your Truck Fleet? - August 07, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Connecticut Coalition Against Millstone Comments on the DEEP Commissioner's Selection of Director of Radiation
A longtime worker at the Millstone Nuclear Power Station is the new head of radiation protection for the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, the Connecticut Coalition Against Millstone announced today. - August 04, 2014 - Connecticut Coalition Against Millstone
Macintosh Electric is Helping New York Plan and Prepare for the Next Big Storm
Macintosh Electric Corp knows all too well impact of a hurricane and the destruction it leaves behind. In late October 2012 the category 3 Hurricane Sandy tore right into New York City and Westchester County, leaving countless homes and businesses flooded, damaged and without power, with the cities of Yonkers, and New Rochelle feeling much of the impact. - August 03, 2014 - Macintosh Electric
Siemens Partners with the East African Power Industry Convention in Kenya in September
Siemens has partnered as a platinum sponsor with the 16th annual East African Power Industry Convention or EAPIC that is taking place from 3-4 September in Nairobi, Kenya. The conference and expo will gather more than 1000 attendees along with exhibitors showcasing the latest technologies, products... - August 01, 2014 - Future Energy East Africa
DUECO Inc. Names Chad Henkel Design Application Engineer
DUECO, Inc., the largest privately owned provider of Terex Utilities and Terex® Hi-Ranger bucket trucks, digger derricks, cranes, and material handlers in the country, has announced the appointment of Chad Henkel as Design Application Engineer, supporting customer orders in 17 states for... - July 31, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
Elaine F. McConkey Honored as Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Elaine F. McConkey, of Waldorf, Maryland, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her exceptional accomplishments in the Utility field. - July 31, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
GREEN CREATIVE PAR38 19W 277V is the First and Only Universal Voltage ENERGY STAR Qualified PAR38 LED Lamp
GREEN CREATIVE, the commercial grade LED lighting manufacturer is proud to announce the ENERGY STAR qualification of its PAR38 19W 277V universal voltage lamp. This marks the first ever universal voltage PAR38 LED lamp to receive ENERGY STAR qualification. Adding to GREEN CREATIVE’s catalog... - July 31, 2014 - GREEN CREATIVE
DUECO Inc. Names Timothy Fatla Design Application Engineer
DUECO, Inc., the largest privately owned provider of Terex Utilities and Terex® Hi-Ranger bucket trucks, digger derricks, cranes, and material handlers in the country, has announced the appointment of Tim Fatla as Design Application Engineer, supporting customer orders in 17 states for utility... - July 30, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
DUECO Inc. Names Timothy Urbas Design Application Engineer
DUECO, Inc., the largest privately owned provider of Terex Utilities and Terex® Hi-Ranger bucket trucks, digger derricks, cranes, and material handlers in the country, has announced the appointment of Timothy Urbas as Design Application Engineer, supporting customer orders in 17 states for... - July 29, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
Mountain Water Moves to Mo-Town
Keeper of the Mountains Foundation President Paul Corbit Brown announced today that he and KOTM board member Bill DePaulo will leave Charleston Tuesday afternoon, driving a 27-foot tractor-trailer rig laden with 1080 gallons of water, destined for the inner city of Detroit on Wednesday AM. The... - July 28, 2014 - Keeper Of The Mountains Foundation
Rentricity NSF Certified Technology Ready for Clean Energy Markets
New product offering will provide safer water quality standard equipment that recovers wasted energy in pressurized water pipes. - July 22, 2014 - Rentricity Inc.
Kalkitech to Participate in CIGRE – 2014 at Paris, France
Kalki Communication Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (Kalkitech), a technology company providing communication & optimization solutions for Smart Grid, is participating at CIGRE, a leading event for Power Systems, in Paris, France between 24 & 29 August, 2014. - July 19, 2014 - Kalki Communication Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
DUECO Inc. Hires Josh Bakaturski as Road Service Mechanic for Illinois
DUECO, Inc., the largest privately owned provider of Terex Utilities and Terex® Hi-Ranger bucket trucks, digger derricks, cranes, and material handlers in the country, has announced the appointment of Josh Bakaturski as Road Service Mechanic, supporting customer needs in Illinois. Bakaturski... - July 17, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
DUECO Inc. Names Bob Yevak, Territory Manager
DUECO, Inc., the largest privately owned provider of Terex® Hi-Ranger bucket trucks, digger derricks and cranes in North America, has appointed Bob Yevak Territory Manager with responsibility to support DUECO customers in Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, the 5 boroughs of New York City, and... - July 16, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
Novinium Launches New Website
Novinium, the world’s leading technology cable-rejuvenation solutions provider unveiled its redesigned website www.novinium.com to further build upon Novinium’s leadership position in the underground cable rejuvenation marketplace. - July 16, 2014 - Novinium