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ViZn Energy Systems Enables 24/7 “Solar Nights” at Lowest Ever Published Cost
Utility scale solar and wind power “on-demand” for 33 percent less than coal - July 14, 2017 - ViZn Energy Systems
Future Energy Central Africa in Yaoundé Unites Region in Finding Solutions to Its Energy Deficit
Encouraging private and public collaboration to make energy deals happen is high on the agenda at the rebranded Future Energy Central Africa forum that is taking place from 2-3 October in Yaoundé, Cameroon this year. “We have deliberately put together a very practical programme,”... - July 14, 2017 - Future Energy Central Africa
A123 Systems Completes $5M Equity Investment in Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Wildcat Discovery Technologies, Inc., recently completed an $8M Series B funding round, led by a $5M investment from A123 Systems and their parent company Wanxiang. A123 also signed a multi-year joint development agreement with Wildcat targeting next generation materials. - July 10, 2017 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Why Uganda is the Next Energy Investment Destination
Uganda’s immense power potential and enormous energy investment opportunities will be in focus when stakeholders and decision makers meet for a strategic two-day conference and showcase during the inaugural Future Energy Uganda in Kampala from 13-14 September 2017. “The numbers in... - June 29, 2017 - Future Energy Uganda
Powin Energy Scores 52.8 MWh Energy Storage Portfolio
Will be largest energy storage rollout in Canada - June 17, 2017 - Powin Energy
Power Efficiency Corp and Evaporcool Solutions Sign a Strategic Alliance Agreement
Power Efficiency Corp and Evaporcool Solutions Sign a Strategic Alliance Agreement to expand sales of Evaporcool’s proprietary equipment in the Northeast U.S. - June 15, 2017 - Power Efficiency Corporation
Renewable Impacts Releases Its 2017 Cycling Causality Training Schedule
Announcement of training sessions covering the breakthrough topic of Power Plant Cycling Causality. - May 09, 2017 - Renewable Impacts LLC
Infinity SAV USA Nominated for the Katerva Award
Infinity SAV USA has been nominated by Katerva Award for sustainable innovations in Clean Energy. - May 05, 2017 - Infinity SAV USA
Langson Energy Selected for Kenya Project
Langson Energy, Inc. (LEI), a USA energy equipment manufacturer, was selected by Kenya Electricity Generating Limited (KenGen), producer of around 80% of the power consumed in Kenya, to conduct a green technology feasibility study for their Olkaria Geothermal Power Plant. KenGen has been searching... - May 04, 2017 - Langson Energy, Inc.
San Diego Ice Arena Solar Power Plant Produces Its One Millionth Kilo Watt Hour
Newport Power is proud to announce that the solar power plant at the San Diego Ice Arena has produced over 1,000,000 kWh. The state of the art facility designed, engineered, built, operated and maintained by Newport Power is humming along. See it live here: http://live.deckmonitoring.com/?id=san_diego_ice_arena - April 27, 2017 - Newport Power
The Institute of Asset Management Addresses Power Plant Cycling Causality
The breakthrough topic of power plant cycling causality is highlighted by a new IAM article in “Assets” magazine. - April 17, 2017 - Renewable Impacts LLC
Wildcat Discovery Technologies Raises $8M in Series B Funding Round
Fundraising round includes two new multinational strategic partners. - April 13, 2017 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Lyrics for Lucas Foundation to Host Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Playground
On April 22, 2017, the Lyrics for Lucas Foundation will be hosting a musical tribute and celebration in support of the Where Angels Play Foundation and Lucas’ gift to the Garden Friends Learning Center in Sayreville, NJ. The event will be a day of celebration and remembrance for Lucas... - April 05, 2017 - Eneractive Solutions
Tyrrell Products and Virtual Extension Cooperate to Offer Revolutionary Wireless DALI Extension to Tridium Niagara
Harnessing IoT flexibility for wireless control of thousands of DALI luminaires with the most powerful BMS platform. - March 28, 2017 - Virtual Extension
BVG Associates Further Strengthens Team
Technology, asset management and commercial expert Neil Douglas joins the BVGA team. - March 17, 2017 - BVG Associates
Lake Cable Winning with Customized CableM8 Distribution System for Security Industry, All-in-One Product Comes to ISC West
Lake Cable, a 4th generation wire and cable manufacturer, has built a powerful solution for cable distribution with its new CableM8 system. Now Lake Cable’s groundbreaking product is getting a fresh spin with customization exclusively for the security market. - March 15, 2017 - Lake Cable
San Diego Solar Company Semper Solaris Sets Records for SunPower Awards
Semper Solaris wins the Residential National Top Producer of the Year and the Residential National Dealer of the Year from SunPower. - March 13, 2017 - Semper Solaris
ESA Renewables Announces Construction of New Solar Farm in South Carolina
The new solar project will occupy 88 acres off Atomic Road in Beech Island and generate approximately 23,100 megawatt hours annually. - March 10, 2017 - ESA Renewables
Wildcat Discovery Technologies Receives Three Patents for the Discovery of Electrolytes that Improve Low and High Temperature Performance
Optimized for start/stop vehicle applications, Wildcat’s new electrolytes reduce cell impedance at low temperature and also minimize impedance growth at high temperatures. - March 06, 2017 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Brightstar Solar Recognized for Providing Jobs and Clean Energy in Massachusetts
The Solar Power World Top 500 Solar Contractors List includes Marlborough-based solar firm, which employs 8 local professionals. - March 05, 2017 - Brightstar Solar
Solar Power in Los Angeles and Southern California is About to Change
Southern California Solar Customers Face Upcoming Changes in Energy Rates. - March 03, 2017 - Semper Solaris
Flagship African Energy Events EAPIC and WAPIC Transition to Future Energy to Address Continent’s Power Potential
Some of Africa’s most iconic regional power events in East, West and Central Africa, including EAPIC and WAPIC, have been renamed to Future Energy, reflecting the optimism and potential of the energy and power sectors on the continent. “Energy is fundamental to economic development of... - February 25, 2017 - Future Energy East Africa
Global Renewables Investments Signs Its First PPA In Iran for a 10 MW Solar Project
On January 29th 2017 Global Renewables Investments together with their local joint venture partner SheedSun Co attended an official ceremony at SUNA headquarters at the Ministry of Energy to sign their first Power Purchase Agreement, the culmination of months of work, negotiation and collaboration. - February 04, 2017 - Global Renewables Investments B.V.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Hosted by Sky Management Services to Celebrate Operation of Solar Rooftop Project
To commemorate the commercial operation of a 1.5MW solar rooftop installation in Wall Township, NJ. - January 18, 2017 - Eneractive Solutions
GSS Chinese Battery Manufacturer Releases the New Version 4 Solar Power Bank with Extra Solar Panels
Chinese battery manufacturer Good Sunshine Tech launched a new version IV solar charger, at GSS convension on December 25th, 2016. The solar-powered charger is portable and compatible with a lot of mobile devices like, smartphones, iPads, MP4, camera, GoPros, Portable speakers, GPS systems and... - January 17, 2017 - Good Sunshine Electronic Tech
Hannah Solar Government Services Helps the Department of Veteran Affairs Reach Their Renewable Energy Goals
Charleston, SC- Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Hannah Solar Government Services (HSGS) has been awarded contracts by the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) to install a 167.96 DC kilowatt solar photovoltaic (PV) parking canopy at the VA Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Center in... - January 05, 2017 - Hannah Solar Government Services
Ghana Produces Big Winners at the West African Power Industry Awards in Lagos This Week
The third edition of the hugely successful West African Power Industry Awards took place at this year’s West African Power Industry Convention (WAPIC) during a gala dinner where industry pioneers and projects were recognised and celebrated in eight different categories. - November 27, 2016 - Future Energy Nigeria
Spotlight on Regional Achievements as West African Power Industry Awards Finalists Are Announced
Genesis Energy, Aggreko, GRIDCo, Eko Disco and several innovative renewable projects are just some of the who’s who in the region’s energy industry who have made the coveted list of finalists for the upcoming West African Power Industry Awards. The third edition of the hugely... - November 19, 2016 - Future Energy Nigeria
Third Time’s a Charm for Huawei as Exclusive Diamond Sponsor for WAPIC in Lagos in November
The well-known global information and telecommunication giant, Huawei, will return as the exclusive diamond sponsor for the third time in a row for the upcoming WAPIC (West African Power Industry Convention) taking place in Lagos from 23-24 November. “We are absolutely thrilled that Huawei... - November 12, 2016 - Future Energy Nigeria
This is a Very Exciting Time for the Electricity Sector Across West Africa Says WAPIC Sponsor Lucy Electric
“Forward-looking governments in the region are proactively developing infrastructure and we anticipate continued investment in the short and medium term. As such this is a very exciting time for the electricity sector across West Africa and at Lucy Electric we hope to play a key part in helping to make this a reality,” says Rick St John, Regional Director Africa at Lucy Electric, a global secondary distribution leader in the electricity sector and a platinum sponsor at the upcoming WAPIC. - October 30, 2016 - Future Energy Nigeria
Global Renewables Investments Signs Contracts in Iran for Wind & Solar Projects
Global Renewables Investments B.V. attend ceremony for Dutch Trade Mission to Iran 23-28 October 2016. - October 26, 2016 - Global Renewables Investments B.V.
Inaugural Lyrics for Lucas Benefit Concert in Support of SUDC Research to Take Place at Starland Ballroom in New Jersey
The Lyrics for Lucas Foundation, along with the SUDC Foundation, will be hosting the inaugural Lyrics for Lucas benefit concert and silent auction at the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, NJ. The event will be taking place at 7pm on October 26, 2016, and is benefiting the SUDC Foundation. Proceeds will go towards support and research for Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC). - October 24, 2016 - Eneractive Solutions
High-Level Experts to Highlight Opportunities at iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastructure Forum
An impressive list of experts from the energy sector will address iPAD Rwanda taking place from 1-2 November in Kigali, Rwanda. - October 19, 2016 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum
WAPIC is Calling All Innovators and Inventors in the West African Power Industry
SMEs, start-ups and young innovators will be given the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase their new solutions, game changing technology and inventions for the power industry at the Innovation Hub taking place during the upcoming WAPIC (West African Power Industry Convention) in Lagos on 24... - October 15, 2016 - Future Energy Nigeria
STEG-IS Returns as Platinum Sponsor for iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastructure Forum in Kigali in November
STEG International Services (STEG-IS) has partnered for the third time as platinum sponsor with the iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastructure Forum that will take place from 1-2 November in Kigali, Rwanda. - October 08, 2016 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum
CAI’s Kusum Kavia Appointed to President’s Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa for a Two-Year Term
Kusum Kavia, President of Combustion Associates Inc. (CAI) based in Corona, California is one of 23 business executives appointed to the President’s Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa (PAC-DBIA). The announcement was made by Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker September 20, 2016, on... - October 05, 2016 - Combustion Associates Inc.
Uganda and Ethiopia Big Winners at East African Power Industry Awards in Nairobi This Week
Uganda scored a double victory at the East African Power Industry Awards with the country not only winning the Special Recognition Award for outstanding leadership in the sector, but also scooping up the Award for Excellence in Power Transmission or Distribution for the second year in a row. Taking... - September 24, 2016 - Future Energy East Africa
iPAD Rwanda Assists Kigali Government and National Utility REG to "Develop Sector Efficiently and Effectively"
The third edition of the iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastructure Forum returns to Kigali in November with the continued strong, official support of the state power utility REG, the Rwandan Ministry of Infrastructure as well as the Rwandan Development Board. The Rwandan Minister of Infrastructure, the... - September 17, 2016 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum
EAPIC in Nairobi: Inspiring, High-Level and Practical Sessions Make It the Place to be Next Week for Regional Energy Solutions
An opening session with six East African regional energy ministries represented, an inspiring “Women in African Power” lunch, a unique gathering of Future Leaders in Energy and a free exhibition with technical workshops are just some of the highlights of the 18th edition of the East... - September 16, 2016 - Future Energy East Africa
Wildcat Discovery Technologies Granted Three Patents on Conversion Electrode Material
Wildcat’s discovery is the world’s first rechargeable demonstration of copper fluoride and offers the potential to more than double the energy of today’s batteries. - September 12, 2016 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Spotlight on Regional Achievements as East African Power Industry Awards Finalists Are Announced
Kenya Power, Eskom Uganda, the Nile Basin Initiative, Songas and Ethiopian Electric Power are just some of the region’s leading lights in the power industry that are finalists in this year’s East African Power Industry Awards that will take place during the East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) on 21 September at the Hilton Hotel in Nairobi. - September 10, 2016 - Future Energy East Africa
Innovative, Interactive WAPIC Programme in Lagos in November Reflects Nigeria’s Dynamic Energy Industry
WAPIC, a long-running, regional conference and exhibition, will return to Lagos in November with an innovative and interactive programme that reflects the dynamic energy landscape of the region and will once again attract some 2000 power professionals, high-level experts and industry stalwarts at the 13th edition of the event. - September 08, 2016 - Future Energy Nigeria
CNBC Africa to Broadcast EAPIC Ministerial Opening Session in Nairobi in September
Leading television news channel CNBC Africa will broadcast the ministerial opening session of the East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) that is taking place on 21 September in Nairobi. The energy ministries from six East African countries: Kenya, Somaliland, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania,... - September 02, 2016 - Future Energy East Africa
Connect-Air Upgrades the Installer Experience at The NECA Show in Boston
Connect-Air, an expert in the manufacturing and design of HVAC and building automation control cables, is excited to showcase an innovation in cable distribution that can rapidly enhance the productivity of electrical contractors during installs. Through the company’s partnership with Lake Cable, contractors attending this year’s National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) Show in Boston will be able to get an up close view of the CableM8, an all-in-one cable distribution system. - August 31, 2016 - Lake Cable
Global Wind Power Market Order Intake Up 15% Since 2015
MAKE's Global Wind Power Market Outlook Update Q3/2016 argues that policy clarity in several key global markets since June has impacted growth projections both positively and negatively in those markets. However, the adjustments will balance out over the 10-year outlook, with a net upgrade of less than 600MW. - August 26, 2016 - MAKE
Clean Footprint Recognized for Providing Jobs and Clean Energy in Maryland, Massachusetts, and Florida
The Solar Power World Top 500 Solar Contractors List includes Cape Canaveral-based solar firm, which scaled to the rank of #107 in 2016 from #477 in 2015. - August 12, 2016 - Clean Footprint
Six East African Energy Ministries to Address EAPIC in Nairobi in September
The energy ministries from six East African countries: Kenya, Somaliland, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, including two ministers, are confirmed to address the opening address at the East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) on 21 September in Nairobi. - August 10, 2016 - Future Energy East Africa
HOMER International Microgrid Conference Keynote Speaker Announced: Audrey Zibelman, Chair of New York State Public Service Commission
HOMER Energy announced that Audrey Zibelman, Chair of the New York State Public Service Commission, will be the keynote speaker at the HOMER International Microgrid Conference 2016 in New York City. The conference will feature two days of high-quality presentations on the state of the art in microgrid deployments and planning, with a strong focus on the practical challenges and solutions in microgrids today. - July 22, 2016 - HOMER Energy, LLC
Solar Induced CAISO Power Plant Cycling Up 400%
New research by Renewable Impacts LLC, covering CAISO power plant cycling, revealed that solar induced cycling of fossil fueled plants increased 400% between 2011 and 2013. - July 06, 2016 - Renewable Impacts LLC
Strong Focus on Geothermal at EAPIC in Nairobi in September
During the EAPIC conference in Nairobi in September there will be a strong focus on geothermal, including sessions on geothermal business models for the region. - June 30, 2016 - Future Energy East Africa