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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

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

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

Precast Concrete "Z" Superstructures Used to Construct Seattle’s New Elliott Bay Seawall

New seawall structure consists of a cast-in-place support slab with custom precast concrete face panels, precast concrete Z-superstructure segments and precast sidewalk panels. - November 08, 2015 - Oldcastle Precast, Inc

Seplat CEO Austin Avuru Confirmed for WAPIC Opening as Power Industry Investment Experts Gather in Lagos This Month

The organisers of the annual West African Power Industry Convention have announced that the celebrated CEO of Seplat Petroleum Development Company, Mr Austin Avuru, will address the opening session of the event on 24 November in Lagos. - November 07, 2015 - Future Energy Nigeria

Quantum Technology Sciences Partners with Centremis Security & Hosts Intrusion Detection Demo

Quantum Technology Sciences has partnered with physical security integrator Centremis Security to offer seismic-acoustic sensor technology for surveillance and intrusion detection. The companies will host a hands-on technology demonstration on November 11, 2015 in Columbus, Texas. - November 05, 2015 - Quantum Technology Sciences

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

WAPIC to Focus on Nigeria’s Renewable Energy Potential as Clean Power Sector Comes of Age

The renewable energy market in West Africa is coming of age and with the right framework, large and small scale projects are doable. This is according to Dr Afolabi Otitoju, renewable energy expert and consultant for the ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE). During the... - October 21, 2015 - Future Energy Nigeria

Rwandan Minister of Natural Resources Dr Vincent Biruta to highlight mining investment potential at iPAD Rwanda’s Mining Forum

"The most exciting project currently happening in the Rwandan mining sector is the transformation of the industry from an artisanal-mining dominated industry to a well-planned professional and mechanized industry,” says the Hon. Dr Vincent Biruta, Rwanda’s Minister of Natural Resources. - October 16, 2015 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum

West African Power Industry Awards to Celebrate Region’s Top Professionals and Projects Again

The coveted West African Power Industry Awards boast a brand-new, respected line-up of industry judges this year and the organisers are inviting the industry to nominate their top power professionals and projects. Last year saw the hugely successful launch of the awards which were announced at a... - October 14, 2015 - Future Energy Nigeria

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

Huawei Returns as Diamond Sponsor for the West African Power Industry Convention in Lagos in November

The organisers of the West African Power Industry Convention (WAPIC) in November in Lagos have announced that Huawei will return as the exclusive diamond sponsor for the event. Huawei is a well-known global information and telecommunication giant. WAPIC is taking place at the Eko Hotel in Lagos... - October 02, 2015 - Future Energy Nigeria

CRSI's 2015 NERC CIP Peer Sharing Event

Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc. (CRSI) is hosting a three-day forum in beautiful Anaheim, CA, from November 2 through November 4; just miles from Disneyland. This event will bring together utility organizations from the various NERC Regions for a peer sharing outlet, including daily Open-Panel... - September 26, 2015 - Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc.

Global Efficient Energy Announces New EVP Sales

High Performance Team Builder, Emmitt Summers, Joins Global Efficient Energy - September 23, 2015 - Global Efficient Energy

Symbion Power Returns as Diamond Sponsor for iPAD Rwanda in Kigali in November

The organisers of the iPAD Rwanda Power & Infrastructure Investment Forum in November in Kigali have announced that Symbion Power will return as the exclusive diamond sponsor for the event. Symbion Power is a well-known international power developer of electrical infrastructure projects and... - September 23, 2015 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum

Pocket-Probe Digital Extended Range Pyrometer (Operates from -30 °C to 160 °C)

Pocket-Probe Digital Extended Range Pyrometer is ideal for temperature testing in industries that must operate in cold temperatures – Utility, Gas, and other industries where extreme conditions exist. - September 22, 2015 - Electronic Development Labs, Inc. (EDL)

Miller Bros Solar Participates in 2015 Southern Solar Summit Panel Discussion

Selected as one of four panel participants, MBS leader provides expert input on optimizing solar energy through proper O&M management - September 18, 2015 - Miller Bros Solar

Xylem Announces Partnership with Rentricity for Hydroelectric Energy Generation

New technology turns waste energy from water pressure into electricity. - September 15, 2015 - Rentricity Inc.

Record Breaking Year of Growth for East African Power Industry Convention in Nairobi

The 17th edition of the East African Power Industry Convention or EAPIC that took place in Nairobi last month more than doubled its attendance numbers and proved again why it is the longest running power show in the region. “We offered several new features to EAPIC this year, including a new... - September 12, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa

Schneider Electric Delivers Avantis Asset Health and Performance Monitoring Software at EDF Norte Fluminense Power Plant

One of the world’s leading utilities expands use of Avantis® PRiSM predictive asset analytics software to Brazil plant for improved operations and maintenance. - September 03, 2015 - Schneider Electric

Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Power Endorses the West African Power Industry Convention as Forum Returns to Lagos in November

Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Power has enthusiastically endorsed the West African Power Industry Convention (WAPIC), taking place at the Eko Hotel in Lagos from 24-25 November. Nigeria’s Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Power, Ambassador Dr Godknows B. Igali, says, “The... - September 02, 2015 - Future Energy Nigeria

A-Round Initial Closing and Pricing for Helio Energia Announced

Helio Energia Holdings SA, and its Brazilian affiliate, Helio Projetos em Energia Renovavel Ltda ("Helio" or the "Company"), a Brazilian solar services provider that develops and finances solar systems for commercial and industrial customers, is pleased to announce it has... - August 31, 2015 - Helio Energias Renovaveis

KenGen Scores Double Win at the East African Power Industry Awards in Nairobi

The Kenya Electricity Generating Company or KenGen scored a double win at the inaugural East African Power Industry Awards in Nairobi on Thursday evening when the utility won the Outstanding Clean Power Award and also took top place in the Excellence in Power Generation category. Other popular... - August 30, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa

Large, High-Level South African Electro-Technical Delegation at EAPIC Energy Forum in Nairobi This Week

The South African Electrotechnical Export Council (SAEEC) will be leading a delegation of 25 companies to the East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) in Nairobi this week. This is more than double the number of companies that the SAEEC led to EAPIC last year and was made possible by the... - August 27, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa

Formation of Brazilian Solar Company Announced - Helio Energia Holdings SA

Helio Energia Holdings SA, and its Brazilian affiliate, Helio Projetos em Energia Renovavel Ltda ("Helio" or the "Company"), a Brazilian solar services provider that develops and finances solar systems for commercial and industrial customers, is pleased to announce the formation... - August 21, 2015 - Helio Energias Renovaveis

Gulf Bay Consulting Applauds Indian Government Decisions Regarding Biodiesel

With the rapid growth of global biodiesel consumption, emerging market countries like India are paving the way for higher usage of sustainable fuels. According to a recent report published by Economic Times, India is set to allow 100% Biodiesel for vehicles. This decision will pave the way for the... - August 20, 2015 - Gulf Bay Consulting, LLC

Finalists Announced for East African Power Industry Awards in Nairobi

Former Kenyan Permanent Secretary for Energy and Petroleum, Patrick Nyoike, the Ugandan Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Irene Nafuna-Muloni, the Turkana Lake Wind Project in Kenya and Rwanda’s Agahozo Shalom Youth Village are just some of the top achieving finalists in this... - August 13, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa

Clean Solar Ranks High on the 2015 Solar Power World Top US Solar Contractors List

Clean Solar ranked in the Solar Power World Top Solar Contractors list for another year and 2nd for most MW installed for Bay Area residential installers. - August 09, 2015 - Clean Solar

South Sudan’s Minister of Electricity, Dams, Irrigation & Water Resources, Hon. Jemma Nunu Kumba, to Deliver Keynote at EAPIC in Nairobi

“As a new nation, South Sudan will be proud to demonstrate to this upcoming regional conference of East African Power Industry that we have abundant energy resources which can be tapped for the common good and development” – so says the Hon. Jemma Nunu Kumba, Minister of... - August 09, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa

High-Level Government and Industry Support Again for Rwanda Investment Forum in Kigali in November

“The Rwandan government is serious about attracting investors and keen to create an environment that is conducive to stimulating new infrastructure projects in the country,” says Emmanuelle Nicholls, event director of the upcoming iPAD Rwanda Power & Infrastructure Investment Forum... - July 30, 2015 - iPAD Rwanda Energy Infrastucture Forum

East Africa’s Top Utility Projects and Power Professionals Honoured at EAPIC in Nairobi in August

Leading projects and people in the East African power industry will be honoured at the inaugural East African Power Industry Awards taking place as part of the upcoming East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) on 27 August in Nairobi. - July 26, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa

Greco Solar Introduces Integrated Solar LED Lights

Greco Green Energy Co., Ltd. (the Company) announced that it is going to introduce an innovative high-tech solar powered LED light to the market, the ‘all-in-one integrated solar LED light’. The company’s all-in-one integrated solar LED lights, ranging from 5 watt to 60 watt, are... - July 24, 2015 - Greco Green Energy Co.,Ltd.

Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc. Announces New Senior Technical Advisor Appointment

Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc. (CRSI), the premier security consulting firm that specializes in protecting the nation’s critical energy infrastructure, has announced the appointment of Mr. P. Boyd Nation, CISSP, MS, MBA, to the position of Senior Technical Advisor. - July 19, 2015 - Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc.

Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc. Announces Promotion of Harford Field, III to Manager - Consulting Services

Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc. (CRSI), a wholly-owned subsidiary and premier security consulting firm of Corporate Enterprise Security, Inc., has announced the promotion of Harford Field, III, CPP, PSP, CHS-IV to Manager - Consulting Services to lead its team of NERC compliance and security consulting experts. - July 19, 2015 - Corporate Risk Solutions, Inc.

MIAT College of Technology to Host Spirit Airlines Computer Simulated Aircraft Maintenance Training Lab

Spirit Airlines, in partnership with MIAT College of Technology, announced plans to construct Next Generation Aircraft Computer Based Training (CBT) maintenance simulation laboratory on the MIAT Canton, Michigan campus which is located near the Detroit Metro Airport (DTW). - July 16, 2015 - MIAT College of Technology

EAPIC's Clean Power East Africa to Show Region’s Renewable Energy Potential in Nairobi in August

“Project developers, funders, support organisations and others are not interacting enough to reap the synergies possible in the clean power market in East Africa,” says Wim Jonker Klunne, renewable energy expert and the conference chairman of the inaugural Clean Power East Africa... - July 16, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa

OneLift RC509 Pump Station Used to Maximize Holding Capacity at Spooky Nook Sports Complex Hotel and Restaurant Expansion

Oldcastle Precast provided their OneLift RC611 pump station, with a 25-foot depth and storage capacity of 468-gallons per vertical foot, to accommodate the hotel expansion requirements of needing to maximize holding capacity in a small area of land next to the hotel portion of the complex. - July 13, 2015 - Oldcastle Precast, Inc

TDS Launches Equipment Exchange Network

Bringing Buyers & Sellers of Electrical Test Equipment Together - June 26, 2015 - Technical Diagnostic Services

Rentricity to Push Further Into Irrigation In-Pipe Hydro Market

Richmond Irrigation Company of Utah to develop Flow-to-Wire system to improve energy efficiency. - June 15, 2015 - Rentricity Inc.

Wildcat Discovery Technologies Introduces SuperFilm™ Electrolyte Technology

Wildcat's new SuperFilm™ electrolyte solutions enable increased lithium-ion cycle life, coulombic efficiency and thermal stability. - June 08, 2015 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies

Vasari Energy Announces $2.2 Million Deal to Supply Solar PV Panels for 3.5 MW Project

California-based Vasari Energy will supply more than 12,000 high-efficiency 305 watt solar PV modules to Northeast site location. - June 07, 2015 - Vasari Energy

Bellevue Youth Theatre Replacement Project Uses Curved Precast Beams to Create Domed Roof Structure

Precast concrete and cast-in-place theatre facility was designed by Becker Architects and constructed by Pease Construction, the general contractor. Pease Construction awarded the precast contract to Oldcastle Precast-Spokane. - June 05, 2015 - Oldcastle Precast, Inc

Geronimo Energy Sells Portfolio of Wind and Solar Energy Projects to BHE Renewables

Projects located in Nebraska, Minnesota and Illinois total over 650 megawatts of clean energy. - May 24, 2015 - Geronimo Energy

EAPIC Returns to Nairobi with New Venue, New Awards But the Same Regional Power Focus

The annual East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) returns to Nairobi in August this year at a bigger venue, launching a new awards programme, offering a special conference track dedicated to clean energy, but still offering the same, high-level, regional power focus. The 17th edition of the... - May 22, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa

Morning Passes Available to See Deepak Chopra Speak at Philanthropic Tradeshow in Atlantic City

Keynote-Only Morning Passes are now available for Deepak Chopra’s Opening Keynote Address “The Soul of Leadership: Unlocking Your Potential for Greatness as a Visionary Leader in Transforming Landscapes” to take place at the Tropicana Casino & Resort. - May 22, 2015 - Eneractive Solutions

Lake Cable Unleashes Broadcast Cable “Stealth Force” on NAB Show

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