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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
SolarCraft Installs Solar Power for St. James Catholic Church of Petaluma - North Bay Church Saves Thousands with Solar Electricity
Sonoma and Novato-based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 26 kW solar panel system at St. James Church of Petaluma, CA. Designed and built by SolarCraft, the North Bay Church’s system will reduce their carbon footprint and offset almost 100% of their PG&E usage. - November 18, 2016 - SolarCraft
Energy ONE Solar is Now Introducing Creative Solar Panels for the World
Energy ONE Solar in Kansas City now introduces creative and innovative solar panels for homeowners to encourage harnessing the power of the Sun. - November 18, 2016 - EnergyOne LLC
TGI Solar Files Annual Report on Form 10-K for Fiscal Year Ended July 31, 2016
TGI Solar Power Group Inc. (TSPG), a diversified technology company today announced that it has filed its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 31, 2016. TGI recently announced that has filed its initial Form 10 Registration Statement ("Form 10") with the U.S. Securities and... - November 17, 2016 - TGI Solar Power Group Inc
Solar FlexRack Completes Independent Technical Assessment of TD Turnkey Solar Tracker to Underpin Its Bankability
Solar FlexRack™, a division of Northern States Metals and an innovative leader in photovoltaic mounting and tracking solutions, announced today that Black & Veatch has performed a bankability study of its TDPTM Turnkey Tracker. The technical report covers the tracker’s design,... - November 17, 2016 - Solar FlexRack
Solar FlexRack’s Director is Presenting at the Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA) Midwest Gateway to Solar Conference
Solar FlexRack™, a division of Northern States Metals and an innovative leader in photovoltaic mounting and tracking solutions, announced today that Sasha Honsl, Solar FlexRack’s Director of Business Development, will present Tuesday, November 15th on the racking panel session at MnSEIA... - November 12, 2016 - Solar FlexRack
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
Bentek Sells More Than 50MW of Second Generation Arc-Fault Combiners (AF2)
Bentek Corporation, a leading manufacturer of products for the commercial and utility PV solar market announced today that it has received UL 1699B certification for its new, ground-mount, PV Arc Fault Circuit Interruption (AFCI) string combiner box, AF2. With orders in excess of 50MW shipping in... - November 09, 2016 - Bentek Corporation
greeNEWit Co-Founder Jason Jannati Joins Leadership Howard County's Class of 2017
Jannati joins the more than 1,000 leaders in business, government, education and the nonprofit sector that have graduated from Leadership Howard County's programs and taken their place as community leaders guiding the future. - November 09, 2016 - greeNEWit
Colorado's EcoMark Solar Launches Commercial Division
Businesses along the Front Range that want to save money on energy costs have a new option. Colorado’s EcoMark Solar, recently named as one of the nation’s top residential solar contractors, now helps businesses and government offices with the design, installation and financing of solar... - November 05, 2016 - EcoMark Solar
SolarCraft Installs Solar Power at EnviroCare International; NorthBay Environmental Firm Eliminates their Power Bill with Solar
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a 66.4 kW solar panel installation at EnviroCare International in American Canyon, CA. The solar panel system will provide 100% of their power needs, eliminating their power bill and saving the company tens of thousands of dollars every year for decades to come. - November 03, 2016 - SolarCraft
DeLange Named GenPro Chief Operating Officer
GenPro Energy Solutions announced that electric industry veteran Lee DeLange has joined the company as chief operating officer. - November 03, 2016 - GenPro Energy Solutions
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
BAM Superior Solutions to Deliver 170kW Commercial Solar Power System for Sedona Public Library
BAM Superior Solutions (http://www.bamsuperiorsolutions.com) announced today plans for a 170 kilowatt Commercial Solar Power System to provide electricity for the nonprofit Sedona Public Library. The renewable energy system consists of solar arrays installed on the roof of the Library as well as on... - October 28, 2016 - BAM Superior Solutions
greeNEWit Partners with EduSerc to Launch Green STEM Residency Program (GSRP) in Maryland
The two collaborated to design a Young Innovators Green STEM Residency Program for schools where engineers, corporate professionals and mentors deliver a year-long industry enrichment program on STEM concepts to solve environmental problems. - October 27, 2016 - greeNEWit
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.
"Imperative That the Financial Stability of the Sector is Addressed to Support Investment," says Globeleq in Run-Up to iPAD Cameroon
“It is imperative that the financial stability of the sector is addressed to support and encourage private investment in Cameroon” – this is according to Jean-Louis Ekra, board member of Globeleq, a successful private investor in the country’s power sector and returning... - October 26, 2016 - iPAD Cameroon Energy Infrastructure Forum
TGI Solar Updates and Developments
TGI Solar Power Group Inc. (TSPG) a diversified technology company recently announced that has filed its initial Form 10 Registration Statement ("Form 10") with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") and currently working on its Annual report 10K. TGI intends to... - October 22, 2016 - TGI Solar Power Group Inc
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
Agilyx Introduces Commercial Pyrolysis Technology That Chemically Recycles Waste Polystyrene at APEC High-Level Meeting
Agilyx Corporation based in Tigard, OR presented a new commercial chemical recycling technology that returns polystyrene waste to its highest value at the APEC High-Level Meeting on Overcoming Barriers to Financing Waste Management Systems to Prevent Marine Litter. The Agilyx system is modular, scalable (10, 25, and 50TPD), and nets up to a 50% reduction of greenhouse gases over traditional styrene manufacturing. - October 13, 2016 - Agilyx
Solar FlexRack Racking Solution is Installed in Iowa’s Largest Utility-Scale Solar Electric Project
This solar project utilized the most cost-effective, best-in-class solar racking solution, the G3 Flexed Tilt system. - October 13, 2016 - Solar FlexRack
iPAD Cameroon Returns to Yaoundé as the Energy Sector Gains Momentum
Cameroon’s Minister of Energy and Water Resources, H.E. Basile Atangana Kouna, will deliver the opening keynote address of the iPAD Cameroon Energy Infrastructure Forum, which is returning to Yaoundé from 10-11 November. At last year’s inaugural event, Mr Joel Nana Kontchou, CEO... - October 13, 2016 - iPAD Cameroon Energy Infrastructure Forum
Two Solar FlexRack Projects Receive Project of the Year Nominations in Solar Builder Magazine
Voting for the Parhump Solar Project and the North Putnam Schools Project ends Friday, September 30th. - September 30, 2016 - Solar FlexRack
EcoMark Solar Named as Top Solar Contractor by Solar Power World
Colorado-based company ranked number 73 of the Top Solar Residential Contractors. - September 30, 2016 - EcoMark Solar
Oil Mixes with Solar on Main Street - Kent County Saves Program Launch
Kent County Saves’ unique plan is designed to help the community in Rhode Island hedge against rising utility costs by owning their own renewable energy system and getting paid for it, not only through local and federal solar incentives, but $500-$2,500 in additional Oil Fuel Credits for home heating. - September 29, 2016 - WattSun Solar
ORCA InCISIVE: Demand Response for Electric Vehicle Charging and Discharging Stations
ORCA InCISIVE technology adds Demand Response capability to Andromeda Power’s Electric Vehicle chargers connecting them to Power Utilities. - September 29, 2016 - Andromeda Power, LLC
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
Ecolectro’s New Technology Increases Fuel Cell Membrane Production 15X
Ecolectro decreases the cost of fuel cells and electroayzers through chemistry. - September 16, 2016 - Ecolectro
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
ATI Modular Signs Agreement
ATI Modular Signs an Agreement with Yongan China to Construct a US Designed and Equipped Modular Facilities Plant. - September 15, 2016 - ATI Modular Technology Corp.
Fred Dryer, Legendary Los Angeles Rams Defensive End, Tackles New Role as Solar Optimum Spokesman
Award-Winning Southern California Solar Provider and Installer Announces Its New Company Spokesperson - September 15, 2016 - Solar Optimum
Yaskawa – Solectria Solar to Showcase Industry Leading PVI 50TL and PVI 60TL Inverters at Solar Power International
Yaskawa - Solectria Solar, the leading U.S. commercial PV inverter manufacturer, will exhibit at Solar Power International, September 13-15, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada in Booth #1717 and will showcase its PVI 50TL and PVI 60TL inverters that were introduced earlier this year. These inverters were... - September 14, 2016 - Yaskawa - Solectria Solar
ATI Modular Signs Agreement with Jiangnan China
ATI Modular Signs an Agreement with Jiangnan China to Construct a US Designed and Equipped Modular Facilities Plant. - September 13, 2016 - ATI Modular Technology Corp.
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
Morningstar Introduces New Ethernet MeterBus Converter™
Morningstar is pleased to announce the introduction of its new Ethernet MeterBus Converter (EMC-1). This device enables IP based network connectivity to any Morningstar product that features an existing MeterBus port (RJ-11). - September 12, 2016 - Morningstar Corporation
Announcing Prototyping the Future - October 28-29, 2016
Announcing Conference focusing on how the Smart Cities revolution is fundamentally transforming the communities in which we all live, work, and play. - September 10, 2016 - UIX Global
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
Bentek Introduces Commercial Balance of System Product Line Additions at SPI 2016 in Las Vegas
Bentek, with over 30 years of design and manufacturing experience in a broad range of both AC and DC OEM power distribution products for the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar PV marketplaces, announces it will display several new Balance of System products in booth #1223 at the Solar... - September 09, 2016 - Bentek Corporation
New Wind Technology to Power the Developing World
Aris Wind presents at United Nations. - September 08, 2016 - Aris Wind
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
SolarCraft Completes Solar Panel Install at Marin Tennis Club - San Rafael Tennis Club Goes Solar and Saves Money
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a 50.7 kW DC solar panel installation at the Marin Tennis Club in San Rafael, CA. The new system offsets their utility bill by 93%, and now powers the Club with clean, sustainable solar energy, saving them thousands in energy fees every year. - August 25, 2016 - SolarCraft
NEOSUN Energy and Oklin Announce Joint Moroccan Solar Venture
NEOSUN Energy and Oklin International are teaming up to combat two of the world’s most pressing environmental issues: overcrowded landfills and climate change. Through an innovative combination of solar energy and composting technology, NEOSUN Energy projects promise to deliver nutrient-rich... - August 19, 2016 - NEOSUN Energy
US Lighting Group’s High-Efficiency BH4 Bulb is Now Listed on the LED Lighting Facts Website
US Lighting Group is pleased to announce that their high-efficacy BH4 LED bulb was recently approved to be listed on the Department of Energy’s LED Lighting Facts website. This website showcases LED lighting products that have proven to be efficient, high-quality, and long-lasting. - August 19, 2016 - US Lighting Group
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. Has Delivered a Hypochlorous Acid Water Ionizer to Taiwanese Firm
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. has completed an ECA-1 Hypochlorous Acid generator sale to Muise Lab, Ltd., Xinbei City, Taiwan. The Hypochlorous acid production equipment will be used to demonstrate Green technologies for Medical, Agriculture, and Food Service industries. - August 18, 2016 - Florida Biodiesel, Inc.
Solar FlexRack to Exhibit at Solar Power International 2016
Solar FlexRack’s latest products will be on display at Solar Power International 2016 in the North Hall, Booth #923. - August 13, 2016 - Solar FlexRack
greeNEWit Joins Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (MDHCD) as an Approved Energy Auditor
Recently named the U.S. Department of Energy’s 2016 ENERGY STAR® Contractor of the Year, greeNEWit is available to start providing multifamily energy audits and retrofits for affordable rental housing. - August 13, 2016 - greeNEWit
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation for Congregation Beth Shalom; The Sun Shines on Napa Valley Synagogue
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 35 kW solar panel system at Congregation Beth Shalom in Napa, CA. Designed and built by SolarCraft, the Napa Synagogue’s photovoltaic system will reduce their carbon footprint while saving thousands in utility costs in the years to come. - August 12, 2016 - SolarCraft