Energy News

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Skeleton Technologies' SkelCap Series: Ultracapacitor 2.0 Has Arrived

Skeleton Technologies, producer of the world's highest performance ultracapacitors, today announced its new SkelCap series ultracapacitor family with devices ranging from 2.47 to 12.53 kilowatts (kW). The cells represent a 300 per cent increase in power and 200 per cent increase in energy when... - June 12, 2012 - Skeleton Technologies

Sensus Defines FlexNet Next Generation Utility Communication Network

Utilities can move more data at faster speeds from disparate devices on an IP-enabled network. - June 08, 2012 - Sensus

TransAct Energy Launches Energy from Waste Strategy

After more than a year developing funding programs, finding the right team and the right technology to execute TransAct's strategy for emissions free “energy from waste,” TransAct is launching its business. TransAct Energy's version of sustainable energy is one that fits into the... - June 06, 2012 - TransAct Energy Corp.

Training Classes Offered in the Eagle Ford Shale Offered in San Antonio, Texas

American Right of Way Academy announced today that Summer Workshops are needed to keep up with the demands of the oil & gas companies currently drilling near San Antonio Texas, ARWA will hold two Eagle Ford Shale Training Workshops on Saturday, July 14th, 2012 at the Crowne Plaza San Antonio Airport Hotel. - June 05, 2012 - American Right of Way Associates

SABIC Wins Seven Coveted ACC Responsible Care® Energy Efficiency Awards, Demonstrating Its Commitment to Sustainability

On April 30, SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business was recognized by the American Chemistry Council (ACC) for its extensive world-class programs designed to improve energy efficiency, taking seven Responsible Care® Energy Efficiency Awards, including three for its Mt. Vernon, Ind.,... - June 01, 2012 - SABIC Innovative Plastics

Shoals Technologies Group Become First Balance of Systems Supplier to Receive ETL Certification to UL9703 for PV Harnesses

Shoals Technologies Group ("Shoals"), the global leader in manufacturing Balance of System components, proudly announces it has received ETL certification to UL9703 certification globally for PV Harnesses utilizing the Shoals Connect™ Interconnect. This achievement marks an... - May 31, 2012 - Shoals Technologies Group

Smart Grid Executive Forum Celebrates Third Anniversary, Eclipses 4,000 Member Mark

The McDonnell Group-sponsored LinkedIn forum continues to thrive as leading industry medium of its kind. - May 31, 2012 - The McDonnell Group

Nuclear Energy to Dominate UAE Power Sector Expansion Process

Rising electricity demand to drive development of nuclear energy sector in UAE. - May 31, 2012 - KuicK Research

"Energy Storage Technologies (EST) Set to Total $1.66bn in 2012" Says New Visiongain Report

Electricity grids are becoming increasingly unstable due to strong electricity demand growth and increasing penetration of intermittent energy generation sources. - May 30, 2012 - visiongain

Deco Lighting Wins LFI Innovation Awards® at Lightfair 2012 in Las Vegas

Deco Lighting won multiple new product awards at LIGHTFAIR® International, held at the Las Vegas Convention Center May 9-11, 2012. Selected for LFI Innovation Awards were the Deco Lighting DBM Black Mamba streetlight in the Roadway category, and the Bullet IP65 and SunBay D965-LED high bay... - May 26, 2012 - DECO Lighting

Houston Fuel Hedging & Risk Management Seminar Hosted by Mercatus Energy Advisors

Mercatus Energy Advisors is hosting a two-day fuel hedging & risk management seminar in Houston. - May 25, 2012 - Mercatus Energy Advisors

CTRL Participates in Maryland Energy Forum

CTRL will join RMI and its partners from Baltimore County, the State of Maryland, and the U.S. Department of Energy featuring six leading Maryland manufacturing companies committed to energy conservation. CTRL will be part of the engaging roundtable discussion with the Maryland Energy Administration as they discuss the financial resources available to manufacturers. - May 24, 2012 - CTRL Systems, Inc.

Premium Restaurant Brands Selects Energy Advantage Inc. to Conduct a Total Energy and Environmental Management Assessment Across Its Mexican Restaurants Chains

Energy Advantage Inc., a global leader in providing total energy and environmental management services, is pleased to announce Premium Restaurant Brands (PRB) has selected Energy Advantage to complete a benchmark assessment of its Mexican restaurants chains, KFC and Pizza Hut. Energy Advantage will... - May 24, 2012 - Energy Advantage Inc.

Advanced Film Solutions Exhibiting at Orlando Home Show May 25-27, 2012

Advanced Film Solutions has announced their participation at the Central Florida Home & Garden Show May 25-27, 2012 at the Orange County Convention Center. Advanced Film Solutions, Orlando will be highlighting their energy control and solar safety and security window film. Mike Feldman,... - May 19, 2012 - Advanced Film Solutions

Eos Group Announces the 2012 Release of the High Voltage Database

Eos Group, Inc. announces the 2012 update to their High Voltage Database. The High Voltage Database is designed for use with Sage Timberline Office Estimating. The database supports construction cost estimating for utilities, owners, design engineers, and contractors in the areas of electrical transmission and distribution, and heavy industrial electrical systems. - May 17, 2012 - Eos Group

Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation Adds to Rental Fleet to Support Electrical Transmission and Distribution Markets

Modern UELC Fleet Supported by Expansive National Service Organization Operating 24/7 - May 16, 2012 - Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation

Odyne Systems, LLC Participates in Nation’s First Traditional Parade Powered by Advanced Energy

Ford F-750 Chassis Featuring an Odyne Hybrid Power System Showcased in 83rd Annual Tulip Festival in Holland, Michigan, Drawing 100,000 Attendees - May 12, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC

Ceram Launches New Sustainability Service – Carbon Management Health Check

Ceram, an independent materials technology company, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Sustainability Service aimed at manufacturers, the "Carbon Management Health Check." - May 11, 2012 - Lucideon

Cornelius, North Carolina-Based StayConnect Electrical Solutions Awarded 2012 DIY Network / National Hardware Show Best New Electrical/Plumbing Product

The National Hardware Show®, which was held May 1-3 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, has long been known as the place for the home improvement industry's manufacturers to unveil their latest products and innovations to the global marketplace. It only stands to reason that the show also serves as the place for the industry to recognize manufacturers for their achievements. - May 08, 2012 - StayConnect Electrical Solutions

The GRC Awards - Seeking the Best in Global Geothermal

The 31st Annual Award winners will be announced at the GRC Annual Meeting in Reno, Nevada. - May 07, 2012 - Geothermal Resources Council

GEL’s Managing Director George Lefquist Speaks at Goldchrist Alternative Investment Conference on Topics Such as the Keystone Pipeline and Big Oil Tax Subsidies

At the Goldchrist Alternative Investment Conference Daniel Gordon, Merrill Lynch’s former head of Global Commodities Trading and George Lefquist of GEL Capital Partners differed on numerous US-related energy topics, including the Keystone Pipeline. - May 06, 2012 - GEL Capital Partners

Distributed Energy Storage Offers National Security and Consumer Benefits

White paper clarifies roles, barriers, and opportunities for distributed energy storage systems as part of a comprehensive energy policy - May 03, 2012 - DNV KEMA Energy & Sustainability

Colonial Industries Helping People with Window Replacement

Five ways for homeowners can save money on energy costs when purchasing new windows and not get ripped off in the process. - May 01, 2012 - Colonial Industries of Orlando LLC

Training Academy Offering Workshops for New Oil & Gas Agents in The Shale Plays

American Right of Way Academy announced today that more training is needed to keep up with the demands of the oil & gas companies currently drilling near San Antonio Texas, ARWA will hold two Eagle Ford Shale Training Workshops on Saturday, May 12th, 2012 at the Crowne Plaza San Antonio Airport Hotel. - April 30, 2012 - American Right of Way Associates

Ceram to Hold Breakfast Workshop - "ISO 50001 - Implementing an Energy Management System - Why and How?" - 18 May 2012

To launch the new ISO 50001 service, Ceram will be holding a free Breakfast Workshop "ISO 50001 – Implementing an Energy Management System – Why and How?" on Friday 18 May at its headquarters in Penkhull, Stoke-on-Trent. - April 27, 2012 - Lucideon

Milwaukee County Event Officially Welcomed Four Work Trucks Powered by Odyne Plug-In Hybrid Systems Into Their Fleet

Just in time for Earth Day, new hybrid signal and street lighting maintenance vehicles will reduce emissions, lower fuel costs and create quiet environments. - April 26, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC

DUECO, Inc. and Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation Earn We Energies Star Award for Supplier Excellence

Award Signifies Excellence in Customer Satisfaction, Cost Reduction, Safety, Innovation and Supplier and Workforce Diversity - April 25, 2012 - Dueco, Inc.

Hart Rank Announces Parseous Systems and Availability of Patented Cognitive Radios for SCADA, Positive Train Control, Oil /Pipeline, Rural Farm and Military Applications

Hart Rank announces Parseous Systems and its patented technology line of cognitive radio products. The FCC approved, true plug-and-play technology that requires no towers, spectrum licenses or monthly fees; delivers up to 30 miles distance per radio; operates in mobile environments; and is immune to interference. The products are manufactured in the U.S. Key users are power companies for SCADA, rail for Positive Train Control (PTC), oil and pipeline, rural farm operations and military. - April 25, 2012 - Parseous Systems, LLC

Opus Energy Believes Smart Meters Will be the Next Big Industry Innovation

A survey conducted by independent business-to-business UK power supplier, Opus Energy, suggests that British SMEs are aware of the benefits of having smart meters placed in their premises. The survey results support the organisation’s ambitious target to install 40,000 smart meters at its customers’ sites by the end of 2012. - April 25, 2012 - Opus Energy Ltd

DMG Productions Announces New Episodes on Wind Power as Part of Their Shades of Green Television Program

This educational and informative series will take viewers behind the scenes of an industry set to transform America. - April 20, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC

Eagle Ford Shale Training Academy Offering Training to the Public

American Right of Way Academy announced today that due to, the demands of the oil & gas companies currently drilling near San Antonio Texas, ARWA will hold two more Eagle Ford Shale Training Classes on Saturday, May 12th, 2012 at the Crowne Plaza San Antonio Airport Hotel. - April 16, 2012 - American Right of Way Associates

First Offshore Lidar Platform Goes Live in Asia

The first Offshore Risk Quantification Analysis (ORQA) platform went live in Asia this month after Scottish-based renewable energy consultancy, SgurrEnergy, part of Wood Group, successfully completed the installation on behalf of Hong Kong Electric Company (HEC). ORQA boasts the latest technology... - April 16, 2012 - SgurrEnergy

Intellisource Energy, Nigeria & ECI, USA Provides Dedicated Power to Nigerian Companies

Intellisource Energy has finalized arrangements to provide dedicated power for private companies in Nigeria. These arrangements include building a large power plant with substantial surplus capacity to assure adequate and reliable supply and maintenance coverage. Intellisource Energy is supported... - April 13, 2012 - Intellisource Energy Ltd

Patrik J. Krick is Appointed CEO of Fuecotech Inc.

Industry Expert Tapped as the CEO of Leading Fuel Saving Innovation Company - April 07, 2012 - Helpful Technologies, Inc.

Sensus Gains Exclusive U.S. License for Innovative Consumer Energy Management Technology from Navetas

Non-intrusive load monitoring technology helps utility customers manage consumption of energy. - April 06, 2012 - Sensus

Jeffrey Epstein, Science Philanthropist, Organizes a Global Doomsday Conference

Jeffrey Epstein, science philanthropist, organizes a global Doomsday conference to identify the greatest threats to the Earth. - April 05, 2012 - The Jeffrey Epstein Foundation

Rentricity Inc. Presents "Clean Energy with Integrated Monitoring for Water Utilities" to Delegates at the 2012 New England Water Works Association Spring Conference

Al Spinell, Rentricity’s Co-Founder will participate at the New England Water Works Association Spring Conference being held in Massachusetts. The New England AWWA Section event is being held on April 4- 5 at the DCU Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. Mr. Spinell will highlight... - April 03, 2012 - Rentricity Inc.

Public Fears of Nuclear Power in the Uranium Mining Industry, in March's Issue of Energy Digital

This month, Energy Digital takes a second look at the uranium market and the importance of nuclear energy. Despite what many may think about nuclear power - in light of Fukushima's nuclear reactor meltdown incident earlier this year - it remains an integral part of the world's power supply. - April 03, 2012 - WDM Group

Magnolia Solar’s Nanotechnology Rivals the Costs and Efficiency of Traditional Solar Market Technology, in the March Issue of Energy Digital

This month, Energy Digital interviews Magnolia Solar's CEO Dr. Ashok Sood on the company's breakthrough technology that employs nanotechnology to increase the efficiencies of traditional silicone-based solar cells. With a brief overview of the current solar landscape, Sood explains how Magnolia's... - April 03, 2012 - WDM Group

The Top Five Greenest, Most Sustainable Metropolises in the World Announced in the March Edition of Construction Digital

In the March issue, Construction Digital surveys five of the world’s greenest and smartest cities as they tally up the top eco-minded metropolises. With climate change saturating conversations about urban planning and development, growing cities the world over are looking for inspiration... - April 03, 2012 - WDM Group

RCS Nuclear Raises Students' Awareness of Engineering

National Engineers Week activities encourage Charlotte, NC area elementary and high school students to consider receiving a higher education and a career in engineering. - April 01, 2012 - RCS Corporation

Fast Paced Video Highlights Key Advantages of the Odyne Advanced Plug-In Hybrid System for Medium and Heavy Duty Trucks

Several new units showcased on this new 3 minute video posted to Odyne website. - March 31, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC

The Big Crude: Logistics of How Oil Companies Get Us Where We’re Going, in the March Issue of Supply Chain Digital

Ever wondered how the gas gets from the earth to the pump? We’ve got our best private eye on the case, and he’ll tell you about how crude oil is sought out, extracted, processed, and transported – with a little help from the American Petroleum Institute. “The nametag on the... - March 30, 2012 - WDM Group

Thermal Remediation Equipment Added to Propane Exceptional Product Program

Temp-Air’s Thermal Remediation EBB-40KW LP Trailer bed bug heat treatment equipment package has been chosen to be a part of the Propane Education and Research Council’s (PERC) Exceptional Product Program – a program designed to encourage businesses to adopt new propane-fueled... - March 29, 2012 - TEMP-AIR

Off-the-Grid Construction, Innovative Tips for Social Media Marketing, and the World’s Top Five Eco-Minded Metropolises, in This Edition of Construction Digital

The March issue of Construction Digital is now available online for industry professionals. This month, Construction Digital takes a look at off-the-grid homes and businesses that are unplugging from centralized utilities and embracing self-sustainability – without sacrificing modern... - March 28, 2012 - WDM Group

Solar Market Loses Public Support, Nuclear Industry Picks Up Despite Fukushima Disaster, and Tensions with Iran Threaten the Future of US Oil Industry, in Energy Digital

The latest issue of Energy Digital is free online for business Executives in the energy industry. - March 27, 2012 - WDM Group

Announcing the Second Edition of the Piping System Fundamentals Book

Engineered Software, Inc. today announced the release of the second edition of its book, Piping System Fundamentals: A Complete Guide to Gaining A Clear Picture of Fluid Piping Systems. The second edition was co-written by CEO and Chief Engineer of Engineered Software, Ray T. Hardee, P.E., and Jeffrey L. Sines, Training Manager and Engineer for Engineered Software. - March 22, 2012 - Engineered Software, Inc.