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Jacksonville Air Conditioning Company Unveils New AC Rebates for Spring 2012
AllWeather Contractors, a factory-authorized Carrier dealer in Jacksonville selling air conditioning systems and offering AC installation and repair services in the greater Jacksonville Florida area, is pleased to announce new 2012 spring Cool-Cash rebates on Carrier AC systems. Florida utility AC rebates can add to consumer savings on new air conditioning system purchases, making it a great time to buy an AC system in Jacksonville. - March 21, 2012 - All Weather Contractors
IUVA Conference on Sustainable Ultraviolet Solutions for Disinfection of Public Water & Wastewater
Ultraviolet technology is being employed to disinfect water and wastewater. Attend a conference in Washington D.C. from August 12-14 to learn more about this innovative technology that saves energy and can be deployed on a microcosmic scale. - March 20, 2012 - International Ultraviolet Association
Rentricity Inc. Launches Series A Fundraising at 2012 Wall Street Green Summit in New York City
The Company Announces New Global Strategic Partnership for the First Time at March 20th Pitch - March 19, 2012 - Rentricity Inc.
Green Education Foundation (GEF) Promotes “Fix a Leak Week” with Viral Video
Fix a Leak Week is March 12 – 18, 2012 - March 17, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
GiiResearch.com: DC Building Power Market Set to Exceed $2 Billion
Although dc power is still an emerging industry, it is already providing opportunities for a number of industries and applications. - March 10, 2012 - Global Information Inc.
Radiation Tolerant Cameras and "In Containment" Video Surveillance Systems are the Focus of Nuclear Power Plant Meeting
Radiation tolerant cameras and "in containment" video surveillance systems for nuclear reactors are evaluated by nuclear power plant personnel from throughout Europe. ISEC Industrial Security AB focuses on nuclear safety and increased production time. - March 10, 2012 - ISEC Industrial Security AB
GlacialLight Exhibiting at the 2012 Taiwan International Lighting Show
GlacialLight invites all business and media partners to visit their booth #B0517A in Hall 1 at the Taiwan International Lighting Show. - March 10, 2012 - GlacialTech Inc
Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation Appoints Richard Coughlin Service Manager for the Sanford, Florida Service Center
Coughlin brings over 25 years of utility equipment service experience to the team - March 08, 2012 - Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation
Oil and Gas is One of the Fastest Growing Segments of the Energy Sector in China, Finds Netscribes
Netscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd. launches Oil and Gas Market in China 2012 report covering a market with strong growth potential. The report is part of Netscribes’ Energy & Utility Industry Series reports. - March 08, 2012 - Netscribes, Inc.
DUECO Inc. Delivers Six Lamplighter Trucks to Consumers Energy Featuring Safer, More Cost Effective Rear Mounted Design
Units to be used in streetlight maintenance serving communities throughout the Lower Peninsula of Michigan feature new DUECO Inc. design on IH chassis. - March 06, 2012 - Dueco, Inc.
Eagle Ford Shale Oil & Gas Training Classes Offered to the Public by American Right of Way Academy
ARWA - American Right of Way Academy formally known as American Right of Way Associates announced today that due to, the demands of the oil & gas companies currently drilling near of San Antonio Texas, ARWA will hold two Eagle Ford Shale Training Classes on Saturday, May 12th, 2012 at the Crowne Plaza San Antonio Airport Hotel. - March 05, 2012 - American Right of Way Associates
Consumers Energy of Michigan Takes Delivery of Utility Truck Featuring New Odyne Advanced Plug-in Hybrid System
Odyne’s Advanced Hybrid Propulsion System Reduces Fuel Consumption by up to 50%. - March 05, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Odyne Systems Delivers Five Plug-in Hybrid Work Trucks Supported by the U.S Department of Energy
Odyne Advanced Hybrid Power System for Medium and Heavy Duty Trucks Lowers Fuel Consumption and Emissions. - March 05, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Advanced Film Solutions, Inc Announces the Tampa Bay Launch of EnerLogic Clear 70 Low E Window Film for Transforming Single Pane Into Dual Pane Performance
Advanced Film Solutions, Inc. Tampa Bay & Orlando's leading aftermarket window film installation company announces the launch of EnerLogic 70, the first clear Low Emissivity window film in the industry. "EnerLogic 70 is the Gold Standard of window film," explained Mike Feldman,... - March 05, 2012 - Advanced Film Solutions
Filter Press Manufacturer Diemme Filtration Acquired by Passavant-Geiger
Passavant-Geiger, leader in environmental technology and wastewater treatment, part of the Bilfinger Berger Facility Services Group, acquired a majority stake in Diemme Filtration, a company specialized in filter press manufacturing and sludge dewatering technologies. - March 02, 2012 - Diemme Filtration
GiiResearch.com: Residential Combined Heat and Power Market to Reach $41 Billion by 2022
Residential CHP technology has the potential to reduce carbon emissions and increase efficiency in the home while, potentially, reducing consumer energy bills - February 29, 2012 - Global Information Inc.
Powercom Launches WAMBO - Next Generation End to End Smart Water Metering Solution, with Advanced Functionality Helping Water Utilities to Unlock Full Smart Grid Benefits
The smart grid water platform provides utilities with a clear, low risk route to realize all the benefits of upgrading to a smart grid system. - February 29, 2012 - Powercom
As Gulf Coast States Recharge After 2011 Drought, Planning Continues
2011 saw record-breaking drought conditions in much of the Gulf Coast. At the height of the drought, nearly 88 percent of Texas was experiencing exceptional drought conditions according to the National Drought Mitigation Center. In general, gulf states have improved markedly in recent weeks. About... - February 28, 2012 - Water Details LLC
Maryland’s Choptank Electric is the First Electric Cooperative in the U.S. to Take Delivery of a Work Truck Featuring an Odyne Advanced Hybrid Power System
Hybrid System Delivery, Partially Funded by a DOE Grant, Reduces Fuel Consumption by up to 50% - February 27, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC
African Utility Week to Address Main Challenges Facing Big Industry in South Africa
Rising energy prices and an ever-increasing pressure to conform to international environmental and climate change demands are some of the main challenges facing big industry in South Africa, according to Barry Bredenkamp, senior manager: Energy Efficiency at the South African National Energy... - February 26, 2012 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Eos Group Announces Debut of Eos Navigator
Eos Group, Inc. announces the long awaited pre-release of Eos Navigator, its next generation preconstruction software solution. Eos Navigator will be available later this year, representing the cornerstone of Eos’ next generation technology. Eos Navigator addresses enterprise preconstruction... - February 25, 2012 - Eos Group
Odyne Systems, LLC to Showcase Plug-In Hybrid System for Medium and Heavy Duty Trucks in Booth 5360 at the NTEA Show
Odyne’s Advanced Hybrid Propulsion System Reduces Fuel Consumption by Up to 50% - February 24, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Robert Powell, The Economist Analyst, Discusses Iran's War of Words: Threats on the Strait of Hormuz Featured in February’s Issue of Energy Digital
This month, Energy Digital discusses the current situation in the Straight of Hormuz in an interview with Senior Editor of The Economist Intelligence Unit and Middle East analyst for The Economist Robert Powell. With Iran's recent threats to block the Strait of Hormuz - the world's most important... - February 23, 2012 - WDM Group
The Hydrogen House Weathers the Storm Amidst an Ailing Economy in February’s Energy Digital
This month, Energy Digital's former editor, John Shimkus, contributes an article on the world's first regulation approved Hydrogen House. Despite a failed economy and even a hurricane, the new technology pulls through, proving that hydrogen is the future of energy. In the past, generating hydrogen... - February 23, 2012 - WDM Group
Sensus Provides AMI Communications Infrastructure for Grand Cayman Utility
FlexNet wireless communications system offers higher protection against tropical storms and seamless interoperability with pre-pay billing application for a Caribbean utility - February 23, 2012 - Sensus
Tension in Iran as the Future of Oil is Put at Risk, While the New Year Brings in New Promise for the Fate of Alternative Fuels and Energy in February's Energy Digital
The latest issue of Energy Digital is free online for business Executives in the energy industry. - February 22, 2012 - WDM Group
Texas Gulf Energy, Inc. Approved by Far Eastern National Oil Company to Provide Energy Services
Global NuTech, Inc. (OTCQX:BOCL), DBA Texas Gulf Energy, has been approved by a Far Eastern National Oil Company to provide energy services within its government owned refinery and chemical facilities. Texas Gulf Energy is now eligible to participate as a service provider to this government owned,... - February 21, 2012 - Texas Gulf Energy Incorporated
Mazuma Capital Funds Heavy Machinery Transactions for U.S. Central Appalachian Thermal Coal Producer
Mazuma Capital, a leading national direct lender, today announced that it has funded over $12.5 million dollars for a U.S. high quality thermal coal producer. The coal producer sought several funding sources that had expertise in funding newer companies. They had many challenges present in the... - February 17, 2012 - Mazuma Capital
Dr. Energy Saver South Shore Joins Largest Energy Savings Network in Country
Dr. Energy Saver South Shore is the most recent addition to the country-wide Dr. Energy Saver network. - February 16, 2012 - Dr. Energy Saver South Shore
Eskom’s Brian Dames to Deliver Opening Address at African Utility Week in May
Eskom has confirmed that its CEO Brian Dames will deliver the opening address at the annual African Utility Week conference and exhibition on 22 May in Johannesburg. The event, which runs from 21-24 May at the Nasrec Expo Centre, which will once again gather together some 5000 power and utility... - February 16, 2012 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
American Based Porsche Showroom Complements Its High-End Automobiles with GlacialLight LED Lights
A Porsche showroom applies the high performance and perfected engineering principles of their automobiles to their indoor lighting. - February 14, 2012 - GlacialTech Inc
GlacialLight Announces New Dimmable Addition to the Capella LED Down Light Series - an All-in-One Bulb and Fixture Now with Dimmable Features
GlacialLight's popular Capella LED Down Light Series is now available with dimmable solutions. - February 14, 2012 - GlacialTech Inc
Pannone Lopes Devereaux & West Lawyers Complete Transaction for National Water Resource Management Company Acquisition
PLDW municipal infrastructure and business lawyers team up to advance Natural Systems Utilities' leadership position in the ownership and operation of decentralized water and wastewater utility assets across the country. - February 13, 2012 - Pannone Lopes Devereaux & West LLC
Thielsch Engineering, Inc. Awarded 2.7mn Service Contract with Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc.
The three year contract(s) include the condition assessment of the boiler and high-energy piping components at the Choteau Plant, Thomas Hill Energy Center, and The New Madrid Power Plant. - February 12, 2012 - Thielsch Engineering, Inc.
Eos Group Announces an Update to the Eos Piping Database 2011
Eos Group, Inc. has announced an update to their 2011 Piping Database. The Piping Database is designed to support construction cost estimating for utilities, owners, design engineers and contractors in the area of piping for facilities and industrial plants. - February 09, 2012 - Eos Group
GiiResearch.com: China Will Lead Smart Meters and Synchrophasors Market Growth Through 2020
Buoyed by the initiation of a five year low-carbon development plan by deployment of smart meters and implementation of smart grids, China will emerge as the leading nation for smart meter and synchrophasors deployment in the APAC region. - February 05, 2012 - Global Information Inc.
One Stop Green Now Carries Plumen Energy Saving Designer Light Bulbs
One Stop Green now offers Plumen Energy Saving Designer Light Bulbs. Glass tubes can be bent is many different shapes so why are there thousands of manufacturers but only three types of light bulb designs? Plumen aims to address this problem by using a dynamic, sculptured form that contrasts to... - February 04, 2012 - One Stop Green
GhanaXFT Announces S.U.C.C.E.S.S Training Program
GhanaXFT, an affiliate of Team SyntekLife, today announced the launch of a comprehensive online and in person educational training program for XFT distributors in Ghana and throughout Africa. - February 03, 2012 - GhanaXFT
Focus on E-Waste at African Utility Week as Computers and Cell Phones Pose Contamination Risk
The technological explosion of the past three decades has brought about many advantages. However, there is also a flip side to these advances. - February 03, 2012 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
GeoDigital Introduces a Seamless End-to-End Solution for Vegetation Management and Engineering Compliance
Industry’s only complete solution for making LiDAR data immediately actionable premiered at DistribuTECH. - February 02, 2012 - GeoDigital
I-lighting™ Offers Complete Stairlighting Solution for Enhancing Indoor & Outdoor Stair Safety & Meeting Stringent Code Regulations
New Modern LED Fixtures Significantly Increase Stair Visibility. - January 30, 2012 - iLighting
ComEd Takes Delivery of New Advanced Odyne Systems Plug-In Hybrid Digger Derrick
New hybrid to reduce emissions, lower fuel costs and create quiet environment - January 28, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Odyne Systems, LLC Delivers Seven Hybrid System Work Trucks Through the Wisconsin Clean Transportation Program
New advanced Odyne hybrid vehicles to reduce emissions, lower fuel costs and create quiet, safer work environments - January 28, 2012 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Engerati: New Global Digital Portal Launched for Electric Energy Industry
Spintelligent, a global information provider has launched a new global digital portal that publishes global electric energy information, Engerati. Engerati is global in scope and user-driven. It focuses on aggregated and curated global electric energy content, which is distributed through the web,... - January 26, 2012 - Engerati
KEMA to Showcase Leadership in Smart Grid Interoperability, Compliance, and Viability at DistribuTECH 2012
Global energy consulting, testing, and certification leader plays an active role in the industry’s largest annual smart grid event, booth #659 on the exhibit show floor. - January 23, 2012 - DNV KEMA Energy & Sustainability
GreenTech Energy Services Joins Hauppauge Industrial Association, Which Represents Over 1000 Long Island Businesses
GreenTech Energy Services of Maple Shade, N.J., and Long Island, NY, has joined the Hauppauge Industrial Association, an organization representing approximately 1300 businesses in the second largest industrial park in the U.S., located in Suffolk County, Long Island. GreenTech, which provides... - January 21, 2012 - GreenTech Energy Services
NOJA Power New Brazilian Office Factory Empowering Latin American Utilities
“To be world leader in medium voltage pole mounted switchgear.” This is the NOJA Power Group corporate vision statement and another step towards achieving it has been taken with the establishment of NOJA Power Switchgear Do Brasil, in the city of São Paulo. - January 20, 2012 - NOJA Power
2012 ERCOT Electricity Market Outlook - Simulation and Forecast
LCG Consulting has released a ERCOT electricity market outlook for 2012. This report incorporates the ERCOT nodal protocol and summarizes forecasts for LMPs, A/S prices, hub prices and load zone prices. - January 19, 2012 - LCG Consulting
North Carolina’s Wake Electric Membership Corporation Deploys a Smarter Grid with Sensus Communication Network Technology
FlexNet wireless infrastructure will serve more than 35,000 customers and perform distribution automation functions over co-op’s seven-county territory. - January 18, 2012 - Sensus
Eagle Ford Shale Oil & Gas Training Classes Are Needed in 2012 to Keep Up with the Demands Near San Antonio Texas
ARWA - American Right of Way Associates announced today that due to, the demands of the oil & gas companies currently drilling near of San Antonio Texas, ARWA will hold two more Eagle Ford Shale Training Classes on Saturday, January 21st, 2012 at the Crowne Plaza San Antonio Airport Hotel. - January 13, 2012 - American Right of Way Associates