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International Geothermal Workshop Announced by GRC
The Geothermal Resources Council will present a two-day course in Jakarta before the 2nd Indonesia International Geothermal Conference and Exhibition. - May 03, 2014 - Geothermal Resources Council
Oorja Fuel Cells Licenses Two Patents from Los Alamos National Laboratory for Improving Efficiency and Cost-Cutting
Oorja Fuel Cells and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) today announced a licensing agreement allowing Oorja Fuel Cells to deploy two key energy technologies developed by Los Alamos through programs with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). The technologies, available through LANL’s Express Licensing Program, are aimed at improving power density and reducing the cost of direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) based power systems. - May 03, 2014 - Oorja Fuel Cells
Continent’s Energy and Water Leaders Join Forces to Discuss Challenges and Celebrate Successes at Annual African Utility Week in Cape Town in May
More than 5000 power and water professionals, including utility heads from Nigeria, Uganda, Namibia, Senegal, Ghana, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia and South Africa, will gather for the 14th annual African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa conference and expo at Cape Town’s CTICC from 13-14 May. - May 01, 2014 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Life Systems Group Introduces LifeTank to Westlake at Home Show
This weekend, Life Systems Group, Inc. will introduce LifeTank to Ventura County resident at the Conejo Valley Home Remodeling Show in Westlake Village, Calif. Designer Mick Benson created LifeTank so homes and businesses can have the assurance of clean, fresh water during a disaster or emergency. LifeTank features patent-pending technology that allows water to be automatically replenished – meaning the water doesn’t stagnate or need maintenance. - April 26, 2014 - Life Systems Group, Inc.
Springboard Biodiesel Announces Grand Opening of New Closed Local Loop Production Facility
California based, clean-tech manufacturer Springboard Biodiesel launches fully automated, zero-waste biodiesel production plant that is designed for low-cost production of multiple feedstocks. Capable of producing up to 1,500 gallons per day, the facility currently processes locally collected UCO feedstock into ASTM-grade B-100 biodiesel with an exceptionally low carbon intensity. - April 24, 2014 - Springboard Biodiesel
greeNEWit Energy Education Program is an Approved Way to Receive MAEOE’s Green Schools Certification
greeNEWit’s OUR Schools Program is approved by the MAEOE to help schools obtain Maryland Green School certification. - April 19, 2014 - greeNEWit
California’s New Back-Up Water System Expands Into Other States
The demand for LifeTank is gaining momentum as households and businesses see the benefits being prepared for emergencies – everything from city chemical spills to earthquakes, floods and winter storms. This new back-up water system features patent-pending technology that allows the water in the tank to automatically replenish - meaning it needs no maintenance or manual rotation. - April 19, 2014 - Life Systems Group, Inc.
InStep Software to Discuss Predictive Analytics at POWER-GEN India & Central Asia 2014
Using the Power of Predictive Asset Analytics to Increase Nuclear Equipment Reliability - April 18, 2014 - InStep Software
EU Climate Innovation Chief Executive: Private, Public and Academic Sectors Need to Come Together
Mary Ritter, CEO of the EU's main climate innovation initiative Climate-KIC, calls for greater collaboration between the private, public and academic sectors to develop new solutions to stop further climate change. - April 15, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Major Efforts to Mitigate Climate Change Well Under Way in Europe
Responding to the UN report on climate change mitigation, European innovators working across a range of climate innovation disciplines are stressing that major efforts are well under way in Europe. - April 15, 2014 - Climate-KIC
SolarCraft Earns Top Honor as Best Marin Solar Installer - Pacific Sun Readers Vote SolarCraft the Best of Marin for a Fifth Year
SolarCraft, a Novato business since 1984, has once again been awarded the Best of Marin by the Pacific Sun’s annual reader’s poll to identify the best businesses in the Marin County. For the fifth year in a row, SolarCraft was voted the best solar installer in Marin County. - April 12, 2014 - SolarCraft
China National Coal Group Corp (ChinaCoal) to Deploy InStep Software’s eDNA Data Historian Software
China’s second largest coal producer will use eDNA for centralized data management, analysis and reporting to make smarter operational decisions and improve efficiency. - April 11, 2014 - InStep Software
Problems Surface with Reporting on Renewables in Canada
Significant variations in the output of wind and solar energy are noted on three official government sites. - April 09, 2014 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
Alcorn Career & Technology Center Has Selected Florida Biodiesel, Inc. to Provide Renewable Energy Equipment
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. has delivered a B-60 Biodiesel Processor to Alcorn Career & Technology Center, MS. The Biodiesel production equipment will be used in the classroom to instruct Green Fuel technologies for on-campus activities. - April 09, 2014 - Florida Biodiesel, Inc.
OneRain Announces Sponsorship of ALERT Users Group 25th Flood Warning Systems Symposium
OneRain Incorporated announces that it is a Platinum-level sponsor for the ALERT User Group's 25th Flood Warning Systems Training Symposium, which will be held May 6-9, in Reno, Nevada. This nationally known and respected training symposium event has been held since 1982, and brings together many... - April 06, 2014 - OneRain Incorporated
Joint EU-China Climate Statement: Chief Executive of EU Climate Initiative Responds
The CEO of Europe's main climate innovation initiative, Climate-KIC, has announced that her organisation has prioritised the development of practical collaboration with China, following a joint declaration by the leaders of the EU and China. - April 04, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Pioneer Engineering Announces New Dynamic Shop Balancing Services
The new service is designed to help clients combat catastrophic failures of their large rotating equipment through the routine utilization of precision balancing. - April 03, 2014 - Pioneer Engineering
Climate-KIC Innovators Respond to IPCC Climate Change Report
Climate-KIC innovators have responded to the release of this week's IPCC climate change report by highlighting the business opportunities of climate adaptation, in addition to mitigation. - April 03, 2014 - Climate-KIC
European Union Launches Nordic Climate Innovation Centre
In a major push for a cleaner economy, the EU commissioner for Climate Action, has opened a new Nordic centre for Europe’s main climate innovation initiative, Climate-KIC. - April 02, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Pioneer Engineering to Present at Noria’s 15th Annual Reliable Plant Conference and Exhibition in San Antonio, Texas
The engineering firm will be presenting a case study on the benefits of a properly implemented condition monitoring program. - April 02, 2014 - Pioneer Engineering
Minnesota Public Utilities Commission Says Solar is Part of the Solution, Selects Geronimo's Distributed Solar Proposal
In a ground-breaking decision today, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) ruled in favor of solar as a cost-competitive energy source for Minnesota-based Xcel Energy. On the heels of a long competitive resource acquisition process, Geronimo Energy’s Aurora Solar Project was... - March 29, 2014 - Geronimo Energy
Leveraging the Internet of Things to Drive Operational Efficiency
InStep Software to Present at Internet of Things North America Show. - March 28, 2014 - InStep Software
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. Has Delivered a Biodiesel Plant to the Lorymat Corporation in Africa
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. has completed a B-500 Biodiesel plant sale to the Lorymat Corporation Ivory Coast, Africa. The Biodiesel production equipment will be used to demonstrate Green Fuel technology and produce Biodiesel for the Ivory Coast. - March 26, 2014 - Florida Biodiesel, Inc.
The World Bank’s Thirsty Energy Initiative Explained at African Utility Week in May
The World Bank’s global Thirsty Energy initiative aims to make more governments in Africa and elsewhere aware of the interdependencies and foreseeable pressure on water as a resource for energy generation. South Africa celebrated National Water Week this week, in line with World Water Day on... - March 23, 2014 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Climate Innovation Initiative to Scale Up Efforts Throughout 2014, Receives €63M EU Boost
The European Union’s main climate innovation initiative Climate-KIC has stepped up its efforts in 2014 to leverage the combined strength of Europe’s top businesses, scientists and policy makers to manage the impact of global warming and stop further climate change. - March 22, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Saskatchewan Mining Companies Including Stauber Drilling, Inc. Will Attend the 6th Annual Saskatchewan Mining Supply Chain Forum
Stauber Drilling is pleased to announce that they will be one of the many great Saskatchewan mining companies attending the 6th Annual Saskatchewan Mining Supply Chain Forum. The Premier Mining Supply Event will be held April 8 & 9, 2014 at TCU Place in Saskatoon and will be presented by the... - March 22, 2014 - Stauber Drilling
California Company Named "Exporter of the Year" in the Environmental Category by U.S. Export Promotion Magazine
Solatube Global Marketing Inc. has been named a 2014 Exporter of the Year award winner by ThinkGlobal Inc., publisher of Export USA, the export promotion magazine of the USA. ThinkGlobal, which also manages the USA Export Expo, selects the Exporter of the Year Award winners. - March 21, 2014 - Solatube Global Marketing
greeNEWit Provides Free Energy Education to Students on Military Bases
greeNEWit is delivering energy education to schools on military bases with the help of the DoDEA STEM College and Career Marathon Project grant. - March 21, 2014 - greeNEWit
Pennsylvania Gas & Electric Welcomes Proposed Changes to Improve Competitive Market
PAG&E Helping Customers in Pennsylvania. - March 21, 2014 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Covington County Vo-Tech Has Chosen Florida Biodiesel, Inc. As Their Classroom Equipment Vendor
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. has delivered a B-60 Biodiesel Processor to Covington County Vo-Tech, MS. The Biodiesel production equipment will be used in the classroom to instruct Green Fuel technologies for on-campus activities. - March 21, 2014 - Florida Biodiesel, Inc.
EU Initiative Climate-KIC and Regional Innovation Network ERRIN to Collaborate
The EU’s main climate innovation initiative Climate-KIC and regional research and innovation network ERRIN have signed a memorandum of understanding at the Committee of the Regions, agreeing to develop joint activities and share information. - March 21, 2014 - Climate-KIC
The EU Needs to Leverage Its Energy Efficiency Expertise to Compete Globally, Says Climate-KIC CEO
Speaking at the European Parliament, CEO Mary Ritter of the EU's main climate innovation initiative said Europe needs to leverage its combined expertise on climate change mitigation and adaptation to compete globally on energy efficiency. - March 21, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Optical Supervisory Channel (OSC) SFP Transceiver with Integrated Micro-OTDR Now Available from Optical Zonu (OZC)
iSFC® Fast Fiber Fault-Finder SFP Transceiver Now Supports DWDM OSC Applications. - March 20, 2014 - Optical Zonu Corp.
Earth Day Week: Free Solar 101 Workshop for Maryland Homeowners Includes Solar Roof Tour - Saturday April 19 10:30 AM
Solar Energy World, a Maryland based Solar System Design and Installation Company that runs its own facility on solar electricity, is hosting a Free Solar 101 Workshop for Homeowners from the Baltimore/DC metro area on Saturday April 19, 2014, from 10:30 AM -12:30 PM at their Headquarters in Elkridge Maryland. - March 20, 2014 - Solar Energy World
InStep Software to Discuss Predictive Analytics in Support of O&M Practices at CTOTF
Company to Provide Insight on Advanced Pattern Recognition for Combustion Turbine Operators - March 20, 2014 - InStep Software
Viridian Energy President Recognized as Network Marketing Leader
Viridian Energy President, Meredith Berkich, has been named one of the Most Influential Women in Direct Selling by Direct Selling News. - March 20, 2014 - Viridian Energy
National Water Week and World Water Day Make Us Aware of the Pressure on Finite Water Resources
“A slow dripping tap can waste 20 litres or more a day,” says Nicolette Pombo-van Zyl, African Utility Week’s programme director’s programme. “The aim of having a week dedicated to water issues helps each of us become aware of the challenges and change our habits and... - March 20, 2014 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Renewable Energy Advocates Question Decline of Solar Power in Canada
Statistics show that total output of electricity from solar panels last year declined from 2012, while wind increased its generation at the same rate as conventional power sources. The Canadian Association for Renewable Energies wonders why? - March 18, 2014 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
csimsoft Releases Trelis 15.0 Mesh Generation Software for CFD and FEA
csimsoft, a leading developer of advanced meshing tools for the CFD and FEA, announced the March 12 release of Trelis 15.0, a version upgrade of its popular Trelis meshing software. The new version includes significant enhancements to the software's ability to handle geometry preparation, improved... - March 15, 2014 - csimsoft
Mine-NRG and Cornerstone Sustainable Energy Form Preferred Provider Relationship
Mine-NRG, Inc., (“Mine-NRG”), (a privately held FL Corporation) and Cornerstone Sustainable Energy (“CSE”), (OTCBB: CSEI) have entered into a “Preferred Provider” relationship which combines their respective technologies to provide sustainable power solutions to... - March 13, 2014 - Mine-NRG, Inc.
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System at Napa Valley Country Club
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 251 kW solar power system at Napa Valley Country Club in Napa, CA. The picturesque, private golf course is now powered by renewable, green energy. - March 13, 2014 - SolarCraft
EPCON Solar Powers up the Color Fun Fest 5K in Phoenix, AZ
EPCON Solar is sponsoring a limited number of lucky runners at this year's Color Fun Fest 5K in Phoenix, Arizona. - March 13, 2014 - EPCON Solar
Oldcastle Precast’s Storm Capture System Now Available for Modeling with HydroCAD’s Chamber Wizard
Oldcastle Precast, a leading provider of stormwater management solutions in the United States, announced its cooperative marketing agreement with HydroCAD Software Solutions - March 13, 2014 - Oldcastle Precast, Inc
Pennsylvania Gas & Electric Taking Action to Help Consumers Dealing with Higher Electricity Costs This Winter
PAG&E has already provided $2.4 million in rebates to Pennsylvania Customers. - March 12, 2014 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Green Alternative Systems Promotes CNG Conversion for a Cleaner Burning Fuel Source
Green Alternative Systems is encouraging CNG conversion as a cleaner burning fuel source and to receive benefits such as lowered fuel costs, safer vehicles and the potential to receive rebates through government programs. CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) is a fossil fuel like diesel, gas and coal, it different when it comes to its environmental impact. - March 09, 2014 - Green Alternative Systems
Canadians Would Pay More Than Americans for Renewable Energy
A survey of 2,500 people in Canada and the United States shows that Canadians are more willing to pay a premium for green power than are Americans. - March 07, 2014 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
The Kanoo Group Graces Cancer Charity Event as Platinum Sponsor
The gala brings together key persons in the energy sector to raise funds for a non-profit cancer foundation. - March 07, 2014 - The Kanoo Group
U.S. Gas and Electric Named One of the Region’s Best Places to Work
U.S. Gas and Electric Named One of the Region’s Best Places to Work by South Florida Business Journal - March 06, 2014 - U.S. Gas & Electric
PointClickSwitch.com Reveals Energy Savings for Baltimore Residents
Baltimore-based company PointClickSwitch.com helps consumers compare energy costs online in order to save money while fighting off record lows. - March 04, 2014 - PointClickSwitch
Stauber Drilling Inc. is Offering Geophysical Logging
Stauber Drilling Inc. is offering geophysical logging for their Saskatchewan based clientele. Geophysical logging is the process of making a detailed record of the geologic formations penetrated by a borehole. This log may be based either on visual inspection of samples brought to the surface or on... - March 02, 2014 - Stauber Drilling