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Solar FlexRack Announces Webinar: Insider’s Secrets to Reducing Project Costs Through Racking Services and Solutions
The webinar will be presented on Solar Power World on May 19th, 2016 in partnership with Bombard Renewable Energy. - May 11, 2016 - Solar FlexRack
V5 Systems Deploys Wireless Outdoor Security in Ten Locations for the Super Bowl
V5 Systems, Inc. (“V5”) (www.v5systems.us), a leader in innovating wireless, on edge, intelligent security and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) computing solutions, extended the security surveillance for the Super Bowl 2016 with their Portable Security Units (PSU). During the... - May 10, 2016 - V5 Systems
Commercial Site Design is Attending Solar Power Southeast Conference 2016
Commercial Site Design, a Raleigh-based civil engineering firm with experience in designing solar farms, attends Solar Power Southeast Conference. - May 06, 2016 - Commercial Site Design
A Program That's Changing the Way We Buy Homes
Many consumers looking to purchase a home are unaware of a new solar program that allows them to bundle solar into their mortgage during their home purchase. The program, “Solar Ready Homes,” allows qualified borrowers to exceed their loan limit by up to 20 percent for the purpose of... - May 05, 2016 - Solar Ready Homes
Solar Industry Gets Down to Business at the 2016 Midwest Solar Expo
The 3rd Annual Midwest Solar Expo is returning to the Twin Cities May 17-19, 2016 at the DoubleTree by Hilton St. Paul Downtown. - May 05, 2016 - Midwest Solar Expo
V5 Systems Wins Award for Best in Video Surveillance Hardware and Accessories in 2016 SIA New Product Showcase
V5 Systems, Inc. (“V5”) (www.v5systems.us), a leader in innovating wireless, on edge, intelligent security and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) computing solutions, confirms receipt of best new product in the category of Video Surveillance Hardware and Accessories by the Security... - May 02, 2016 - V5 Systems
Introducing LEARIE: Energy Savings & Incentive Calculator
LED Solutions is pleased to announce that LEARIE – An online incentive calculator and energy audit tool for LED retrofits – is now live on their website. Check it out: http://ledsolutions.ca/learie/ - April 27, 2016 - LED Solutions
April 22: Local Officials to Celebrate Earth Day at Major Solar Installation
Recently installed and “flipping the switch” this Friday, St. Pete-based, national millwork fabrication facility can now run on net-zero power - April 22, 2016 - Mesh Fabrication
GREEN CREATIVE Releases DLC Qualified HID Replacement Universal Voltage Lamps
GREEN CREATIVE, the commercial grade LED lighting manufacturer proudly announces the launch of its HID LED 45W and HID LED 27W universal voltage lamps. - April 22, 2016 - GREEN CREATIVE
Finalists Announced in African Utility Week’s Innovation Hub for Energy and Water Industry
Aquaponic farming, a geyser switch and other water and energy savings gadgets and software are amongst the winning innovations and inventions that will be showcased at the Innovation Hub taking place during the upcoming African Utility Week in Cape Town from 17-19 May. Fifteen SMEs, start-ups and... - April 22, 2016 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
San Diego Intellectual Property Management and Consulting Firm Established by Seasoned Patent Agent
WALLACH IP Management and Consulting announced a new business venture focused on professional patent protection services. Founder Dr. Brenda Wallach, who has nearly twenty years' experience advising cutting-edge companies, is filling a critical need for companies that must protect their intellectual property and do so at a reasonable cost. The firm specializes in the areas of biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, therapeutics, renewable biofuels and medical devices. - April 21, 2016 - WALLACH IP Management and Consulting
Registration Opens for Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Geothermal Resources Council Annual Meeting
Popular networking event for the geothermal energy industry in Sacramento, California. - April 20, 2016 - Geothermal Resources Council
Final Countdown for Largest Ever Geothermal Conference in Iceland
Iceland Geothermal Conference is promising an exciting set of events, presentations, field trips and social occasions. Bringing together more than 600 participants from more than 50 countries, it will be Iceland’s largest geothermal event ever. - April 20, 2016 - ThinkGeoEnergy
Littleton-Based Storion Energy Joins Largest-Ever U.S. Business Delegation to 2016 Hannover Messe
Storion Energy today announced it is part of the largest-ever U.S. delegation to Hannover Messe, the world’s foremost trade fair for industrial technology, taking place April 25-29, in Hannover, Germany. For the first time in the Fair’s history, the United States will be the Partner... - April 16, 2016 - ITN Energy Systems, Inc.
Turkish Geothermal Sector Surging Ahead in Global Rankings
The incredible growth of Turkey’s geothermal sector will be featured at IGC Türkiye, the Congress in the Heart of the Geothermal Industry in Turkey, with partners Ormat and Exergy and an exciting EBRD workshop preceding the event. - April 16, 2016 - ThinkGeoEnergy
Houston Getting the Most Advanced Solar Panels with EnergyONE Solar
Leading South Central solar company, EnergyONE Solar is offering the most advanced and best American-made solar panels for Houston homes and businesses at highly affordable rates with full warranty & maintenance support. - April 15, 2016 - Energy ONE Solar
Veichi Unveils SI10 Solar Pumping Controller
Veichi Electric announces quality solar pump inverter to the global market. - April 14, 2016 - Veichi Electric
JM Solar & Electrical Larne, County Antrim Launch New Responsive Website Offering Renewable Energy Services
JM Solar & Electrical have launched their new Responsive Website which highlights the Solar Panel Installation, Electrical and Buildings Services they provide. As a small family company JM Solar give their customers undivided attention. - April 14, 2016 - JM Solar & Electrical
Langson Energy’s Steam Machine Uses Waste Saturated Steam Pressure to Make Green Power
Langson Energy Inc. awed over 100 onlookers who saw how they use waste saturated steam pressure to make green electricity at an ethanol plant in SD. This is the first time this award-winning company’s latest green steam technology has been installed in the US. Langson’s low cost, scalable clean energy production units are significant to the global energy landscape because traditional turbines have difficulties with saturated steam, but the Steam Machine seamlessly converts it to clean power. - April 13, 2016 - Langson Energy, Inc.
GlacialTech Announces New Heatpipe-Cooled 100 Watt LED Floodlight Knock-Down Kit
Igloo SS100HP: Flexible Kit with Enhanced Cooling Slashes Lighting Costs. - April 13, 2016 - GlacialTech Inc
UK Marine Energy Conference Launch
The UK Marine Energy Conference 2016 focuses on accelerating wave and tidal energy as viable energy alternatives, whilst maintaining the UK’s position at the forefront of marine energy development. Through a combination of conference discussions and networking the event will provide a platform for stakeholders to discuss key debates and direct the industry towards a successful and sustainable future. - April 08, 2016 - Charles Maxwell
ABB India and Welspun Energy Advance India’s Solar Power Ambition
ABB in India and Welspun Energy, have together installed about 700 MW of solar photovoltaic projects across several states in India like Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. This includes a key project of 52 MW for Maharashtra State Generation Company at Baramati,... - April 08, 2016 - Welspun Renewables
Distributed Generation Solar Energy Returns to Costa Rica
Solar energy in Costa Rica has been stalled for more than a year. This week the pricing for applications and net metering has been announced by Coopeguanacaste, one of the companies that supplies electricity in Costa Rica. Solar power will move forward with a larger share of the renewable energy portfolio of Costa Rica. With abundant sunshine, it will be a great compliment to wind power, hydro, and geothermal power. - April 07, 2016 - Solar Costa Rica
GREEN CREATIVE Releases All New PLS HYB and BYP LED Lamps
GREEN CREATIVE, the commercial grade LED lighting manufacturer proudly announces the launch of its new PLS V 7W HYB, PLS 5.5W HYB, PLS 3.5W HYB, PLS 5.5W BYP and PLS 3.5W BYP lamps. - April 07, 2016 - GREEN CREATIVE
K.D. Auclair Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
K.D. Auclair of Benton City, Washington has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of consulting. About K.D. Auclair Mr. Auclair is the President and CEO of KD... - April 06, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
80% Purchase of Maine Woods Company
Scepter Holdings inc has completed a purchase agreement with Maine Woods Biomass. - April 05, 2016 - Scepter Holdings Inc.
Introducing the Most Advanced Self-Powered Security Solution
V5 Systems will be unveiling their groundbreaking security solution at ISC West, the largest security tradeshow in North America. ISC West takes place April 6-9, 2016 in Las-Vegas Nevada. Attracting over 30,000 security professionals, ISC West not only features an exhibit hall, but also a full... - April 04, 2016 - V5 Systems
greeNEWit Honored by EPA as 2016 ENERGY STAR® Contractor of the Year
Leading sustainability firm, greeNEWit, recognized for helping homeowners improve energy efficiency and increase comfort in homes. - April 03, 2016 - greeNEWit
Weaker Lumber Markets and a Strengthening US Dollar Have Pushed the Global Sawlog Price Index Down Almost 22% in Two Years
Sharp reductions of sawlog prices occurred in Russia, Brazil, Central Europe and Western Canada in 2015 because of weaker currencies, less demand for lumber and reduced trade of logs, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. European sawlog prices have fallen faster than prices in most other regions of the world. - April 02, 2016 - Wood Resources International LLC
Dan Lupuleasa, President Recognized as a Professional of the Year and on the Reuter's Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Dan Lupuleasa of Portland, Oregon has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the utilities field. He was honored on the Reuter's BillBoard in Times Square in New York City... - April 01, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation at Nova Group - Napa Engineering & Construction Firm Now Powered by the Sun
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a 187 kW solar panel installation at Nova Group in Napa, CA. The solar panel system will provide over a 90% reduction in their power bills, saving the company $2 million dollars in energy fees over the next 20 years. - March 31, 2016 - SolarCraft
Best Energy Website to be Named by Web Marketing Association in 20th Annual WebAward Competition
The Best Energy Websites in the world will be named as part of their 20th annual international WebAward Competition for Web site development at www.webaward.org. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets benchmarks for 96 industries, including energy websites, based on the seven criteria of a successful web site. The deadline for energy websites to enter to be judged is May 31, 2016. - March 30, 2016 - Web Marketing Association
Marketforce to Host 8th Nuclear New Build Forum on 20th April in London
Now in its 8th year, Nuclear New Build Forum returns at a vital moment for the nuclear industry. With the exciting news at Hinkley Point C and movement forward at the other developers, there has never been a better time to assess the state of the industry and the opportunities for a bright future. - March 30, 2016 - Marketforce
First Installation Completed with Solar FlexRack's New Ballasted Solution
The first installation of Solar FlexRack's new ballasted solution has been completed by Turning Mill Energy. - March 30, 2016 - Solar FlexRack
GlacialTech Showcasing Its Latest LED Solutions at Taiwan International Lighting Show 2016
Showcase Includes New Fully-Isolated LED Drivers for Safe, Reliable Outdoor Lighting. - March 26, 2016 - GlacialTech Inc
Marketforce to Host the Nuclear Decommissioning Forum on 19th April in London
Building on the great success of last year’s event, the Nuclear Decommissioning Forum will offer a unique focus on the strategic challenges and implementation achievements across the nuclear industry. This is an unmissable chance to hear from the key figures in the sector and to gain real business insights from those working in every part of the decommissioning world. - March 25, 2016 - Marketforce
Solar Costa Rica is Ready for New Solar Program in Costa Rica
Aresep has announced net metering prices alowing solar projects to move forward after over a year with net metering projects halted. The new prices will provide income for the power companies while still making solar energy a viable investment. - March 21, 2016 - Solar Costa Rica
Green Alternative Systems Announces Expansion Into CNG and Alternative Fuel Options
A flood of scientific articles point to the dangers greenhouse gases pose to the environment, especially the emissions created by vehicles. Alternative fuel options are more popular than ever, both with the federal government and consumers. - March 19, 2016 - Green Alternative Systems
GREEN CREATIVE Releases DLC Qualified Plug and Play T5 HO DIR LED tube
GREEN CREATIVE, the commercial grade LED lighting manufacturer proudly announces the launch of its T5 24W HO DIR LED tube. - March 17, 2016 - GREEN CREATIVE
BRZL Signs LOI
BRZL - Scepter Holdings, Inc. Announces LOI with MWBE Holding Corp. - March 16, 2016 - Scepter Holdings Inc.
Scepter Holdings, Inc. Announces LOI with MWBE Holding Corp
MWBE Holding Corp. is currently under Contract with Maine Woods Biomass Exports, LLC. to acquire 80% of the membership interest in Maine Woods Biomass Exports, LLC. Maine Woods Biomass Exports LLC (MWBE) is a US based Biomass - Wood Chip producer located in Searsport Maine, with a goal of expanding their current operation and developing and building a multifunctional wood chip processing, manufacturing, and log drying facility using Phytosanitation heat treatment. - March 15, 2016 - Scepter Holdings Inc.
The Gas to Health Initiative Announces the Launch of Its New Website
The Nigerian health charity Gas to Health Initiative officially announces the launch of its updated website. - March 08, 2016 - Gas to Health Initiative
greeNEWit of Columbia, Maryland Named U.S. Chamber Blue Ribbon Small Business Award Winner
greeNEWit Named a Top Business in America by U.S. Chamber - March 05, 2016 - greeNEWit
Moran Transportation Corporation Buys 10 New Natural Gas Trucks
Moran Transportation Corporation announced today that it has purchased an additional 10 natural gas straight trucks for use throughout their LTL network. The new alternative fuel trucks further expand Moran’s green initiatives and provide Moran with lower cost of energy and a reduction on... - March 04, 2016 - Moran Transportation Corporation
Moran Transportation Corporation Invests in Electric Spotter - Reduces Carbon Foot Print
Company officials say that the new electric truck will have an immediate and substantial effect on reducing their carbon foot print. The new unit is expected to reduce their daily energy consumption for this spotting unit by more than 80%. - March 04, 2016 - Moran Transportation Corporation
Welspun Renewables’ Builds-up Its Investments in Punjab, Expands Solar Portfolio
The latest 4 MW (AC)capacity is in addition to the 32 MW (AC) capacity that was commissioned last year. IPP will be cumulatively generating 54.37 million units of clean energy annually, and will offset 1,481,525 tonnes of CO2 emissions over the next 25 years in the state. - March 04, 2016 - Welspun Renewables
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System for Cloverdale Unified School District - Sonoma County School Reduces Utility Bill and Saves Money
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of solar panels on at Washington Middle School in the Cloverdale Unified School District (CUSD), Cloverdale, CA. The new 102 kW photovoltaic system will reduce their utility grid demand while saving the school district thousands in energy fees every year. - March 03, 2016 - SolarCraft
GlacialLight Announces 150 Watt LED Floodlight with Over 16,000 Lumens - GL-FL150
Highly Efficient 111 Lumen per Watt Fixture Replaces 400W Metal Halide Lamps - March 03, 2016 - GlacialTech Inc
Achieving KSA’s Energy Efficiency Goals
RetrofitTech KSA 2016 will discuss the upcoming opportunities, strategies and challenges for retrofitting and refurbishing of existing buildings to reduce electricity and water usage. - February 26, 2016 - Advanced Conferences & Meetings
Sun Fund Americas Signs Solar PPA in Jamaica
Sun Fund Americas, SRL, a renewable energy development company headquartered in Liberia, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, and concentrating on the Caribbean and Central American markets has signed a 20mw Solar Power Purchase Agreement in the island nation of Jamaica. The project represents an investment of $50 million. - February 25, 2016 - Sun Fund Americas