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Clean Footprint Attends Keep Florida Beautiful Annual Meeting

Clean Footprint Founder to discuss green initiatives for the State of Florida with attendees of KFB annual meeting. - January 16, 2014 - Clean Footprint

HydroBio® Advance: Real Time Biofilm Measurement and Innovative Legionella Risk Assessment Tool

ICL Water Solutions – an ICL business unit – launches a new and innovative online method to determine and monitor biofilm in all water systems. - January 16, 2014 - ICL Water Solutions

Magnum, PERC Develop Solar/Propane Jobsite Lighting

A solar-powered and propane-fueled light tower from Magnum Power Products and developed in cooperation with the Propane Education & Research Council now offers a greener, more efficient way to illuminate construction jobsites. Incentives and tax credits are available to assist contractors and rental firms with their purchases. - January 15, 2014 - Propane Education & Research Council

Quickly Determine Heating Costs and Emissions by Fuel Type with New Energy Calculator App

New free, convenient app for Apple and Android devices gives professionals up-to-date information about heating costs and emissions for space- and water-heating systems powered by propane, heating oil, or electricity. - January 12, 2014 - Propane Education & Research Council

Queen Recognises CEO of Europe's Main Climate Innovation Initiative with OBE

The Chief Executive Officer of the EU's main climate innovation initiative has been awarded an OBE for services to scientific research and innovation by Queen Elizabeth II. - January 10, 2014 - Climate-KIC

North Carolina Governor Appoints Dan Dawson to Environmental Management Commission

WK Dickson & Co., Inc. is pleased to announce that Dan Dawson, PE, PLS, the firm’s Vice President and Manager of the Wilmington Regional Office, has been appointed to a six year term on the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission by Governor Pat McCrory. Mr. Dawson has more... - January 08, 2014 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.

First Solar-Powered Cooler Launches at CES

Solar Cool Technologies (TM) Launches First Solar-Powered Cooler at Consumer Electronics Show, Las Vegas. - January 08, 2014 - Solar Cool Technologies

Rentricity Wins NYSERDA Award to Study City of Albany in-Pipe Hydro Clean Energy Project

Rentricity Inc., which makes technology that generates electricity using water pressure in pipes, has been awarded approximately $100,000 from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to study the technical issues and benefits of installing a water pipe-based... - January 06, 2014 - Rentricity Inc.

1KVa Solar Power Package from Sri Pradhyumna Technologies Bangalore India

Start your new year by protecting the environment. - December 27, 2013 - Sri Pradhyumna Technologies Pvt.Ltd

Solar Start-Up Helps Power Refugee Camps in Syria

A start-up supported by Climate-KIC, the EU's main climate innovation initiative, is helping to supply Syrian refugees with solar-based light and power this winter. Access to light and power is critical for refugees in Syria, where seven million are estimated to have fled their homes because of... - December 21, 2013 - Climate-KIC

How to Save and Celebrate a Greener Christmas This Holiday Season

Christmas is a great time to introduce energy saving habits into a household as many easy and simple changes in the way we live can end up putting extra money into your pocket. Higher electricity prices in South Africa have become an increasing strain on consumers’ monthly... - December 21, 2013 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa

Novinium Receives a US Patent for Its N-Ter Injection Process

Novinium was awarded US patent number 8,572,842, titled “Method for Thermally Enhancing Injection of Power Cables,” covering its N-Ter™ injection process. The patent for N-Ter, which stands for Novinium-Thermally Enhanced Rejuvenation, was jointly awarded to Norm Keitges, Novinium’s technical services manager, and Glen Bertini, Novinium’s president and chief executive officer. - December 20, 2013 - Novinium

Novinium Improves the Performance and Safety of Its Injection Fluids

Novinium, the world’s most advanced cable-rejuvenation solution provider, announces today the reformulation of its Perficio™ injection fluid and patented, state-of-the art Ultrinium™ injection fluid to improve performance and worker safety. These fluids are part of the... - December 20, 2013 - Novinium

Green Alternative Systems Encourage CNG Inspection for All Converted Vehicles

Green Alternative Systems is encouraging customers to have a routine CNG inspection if they have had their vehicle converted from traditional fuel sources such as propane and diesel to compressed natural gas or liquid propane. This ensures that vehicles are always safe and road-ready and that... - December 20, 2013 - Green Alternative Systems

As the Debate on Energy Prices Continues to Rage, Economy Energy Paves the Way for Low Cost Gas

With just a little ingenuity and initiative, it is possible to control your electricity bills says Economy Energy. - December 20, 2013 - Economy Energy

A Bangalore Based Startup Conglomerate Turning a Year Old

This December Sri Pradhyumna Technologies Pvt.Ltd. Bangalore is turning a year old having achieved a lot during 2013. - December 14, 2013 - Sri Pradhyumna Technologies Pvt.Ltd

Compass Solar Energy to Join Governor Scott on a Trade Mission to the Dominican Republic

Pensacola solar integrator, Compass Solar Energy has been selected as a one of 35 Florida companies to join Governor Rick Scott on an Enterprise Florida (EFl) TEAM Florida trade mission to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic February 23-26, 2014. - December 13, 2013 - Compass Solar Energy

European Start-Ups Dominate Global Clean-Tech Oscars

European start-ups have dominated this year’s Cleantech Open Gobal Ideas Competition in Silicon Valley last month. All three winning start-ups are supported by Climate-KIC, the European Union’s main climate innovation initiative. - December 13, 2013 - Climate-KIC

African Utility Week to Focus on How Poor Maintenance and Renewal Threatens Municipal Service Delivery

It is essential that both public and private sectors get a strong understanding of their asset management maturity and develop a robust maintenance road map, says Anton Booyzen, chairman of the Southern African Asset Management Association (SAAMA). SAAMA’s inaugural Asset Management Conference is taking place during African Utility Week & Clean Power Africa, taking place from 13-14 May 2014 in Cape Town. - December 11, 2013 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa

SheerWind’s Wind Towers Won’t Harm Eagles

Industry-changing INVELOX technology— a promising alternative to traditional wind harvesting— is friendly to humans, animals, and feathered friends. - December 09, 2013 - SheerWind

Volocopter Start-Up Raises €1.2M, Breaks European Crowdfunding Record

E-volo’s Volocopter – supported by Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative - is safer, simpler, and cleaner than normal helicopters. Instead of one combustion engine, eighteen electrically driven rotors propel it. - December 08, 2013 - Climate-KIC

First Students Graduate from European Climate-Change Innovation Master’s Programme

The first group of graduates from a new pan-European climate-change innovation master’s programme are being awarded their degrees this year. The programme provides a new generation of students with the skills to bring climate innovations to market. - December 06, 2013 - Climate-KIC

ElectraTherm Completes 10-Order Shipment to Slovakia

Green Machines to be Installed on District Heating System for Cost Savings, Efficiency Measures. - December 05, 2013 - ElectraTherm, Inc.

Rentricity Launches New Website for In-Pipe Renewable Energy Recovery

Rentricity Inc., the in-pipe hydro energy recovery company, is inviting the processed water community to explore its new website and improved user interface. The new website features a clean, modern design with straightforward navigation, allowing its visitors to gain access to company information... - December 03, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.

Buen Power Peru Announces USAID Grant to Bring Solar Lights to 10,000 Rural Peruvians

Buen Power Peru (BPP), a solar energy enterprise co-founded by an American engineer and a Peruvian entrepreneur, has just announced its intention to bring solar lights to approximately 10,230 low-income Peruvians with Stage 1 support from USAID’s Development Innovation Ventures (DIV). Buen... - November 27, 2013 - Buen Power Peru

Anderson Power Products® Offers SB® Environmental Boot

A leader in high power interconnect solutions, APP is pleased to announce a new addition to the SB® connector family with the release of their new SB® Environmental Boots. Ideal for a wide range applications, including (not limited to); generators; industrial trucks; bus and coach; road construction; road maintenance; off road; farm and agriculture equipment, the IP64 rated SB® Environmental Boots’ soft shell provides water, dirt, chemical and UV protection for SB® 120 and SB® 175 connectors. - November 27, 2013 - Anderson Power Products

Solar Thermal Systems Survives Philippines Typhoon

Solar thermal system used by the island resort Amanpulo withstood one of the largest typhoons in history. Despite the extreme weather conditions, the roof mounted solar collectors are fully functional and currently operating. - November 23, 2013 - SunMaxx Solar

Industry Leader American Solar Expands

As Business Grows, So Does American Solar’s Commitment to Arizona. - November 22, 2013 - American Solar

The Weidt Group Names New Principals

Energy and Software Consulting Firm Recognizes Leadership in Des Moines and Minneapolis Offices. - November 20, 2013 - The Weidt Group

CNG Conversion Specialists Green Alternative Systems Announce Rise in CNG Inspections

The CNG inspection specialists at Green Alternative Systems have seen a recent rise in CNG inspections. This is the result of more fleet owners and individuals that have made the switch from gasoline or diesel to LPI, CNG or a combination of both. Now customers are returning for their routine... - November 20, 2013 - Green Alternative Systems

Green Alternative Systems Announce Successful Third Quarter for Gas to CNG Conversions

Green Alternative Systems has just announced that the third quarter in 2013 has been a successful year for businesses that are receiving Gas to CNG conversions. As Gas to CNG conversions are climbing in popularity, due to their environmentally friendly benefits and safety, government programs have... - November 20, 2013 - Green Alternative Systems

WK Dickson Wins Award for Unique Collaboration for the Preservation of a North Carolina Landmark

WK Dickson has received an Engineering Excellence Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina for their work on the new Barbecue Park project in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. - November 19, 2013 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.

Stauber Drilling Inc. Announces Well Servicing for Residential Customers

Regina, Saskatchewan Stauber Drilling Inc. has just announced that they are offering well servicing to residential customers. The company is known for their commercial water well installation and maintenance services but they also provide their full spectrum well servicing to residential clients. - November 16, 2013 - Stauber Drilling

Plug-in Solar Product Launch

Solar Liberator launches crowd funding campaign to kick start fully integrated, plug-in solar solution - November 15, 2013 - Solar Liberator

McDonnell Group Announces Launch of Landmark Benchmark Study for Energy B2B Marketers

Atlanta based integrated marketing firm to conduct first ever benchmark study aimed to increase performance for B2B energy industry marketers. - November 15, 2013 - The McDonnell Group

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. Employee Receives CPII Certification

Marianne Hiltunen Achieves Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector Certification. - November 15, 2013 - Ruekert & Mielke, Inc.

HVAC Smart Products Partners with AirConergy to Distribute the HVAC Smart Chip

Ron McQuerry owner of 24Hr Heating & Air Says, "The HVAC Smart Chip is the perfect product for customers and owners of HVAC businesses and this product will revolutionize the industry. When was the last time you offered a customer a product with a proven return on investment?" - November 14, 2013 - HVAC Smart Products

WK Dickson’s Award Winning Study Shows the Viability of Rainwater Harvesting in a Small NC Town

WK Dickson has received an Engineering Excellence Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina for their work on the innovative Rainwater Harvesting project in Kernersville, North Carolina. - November 13, 2013 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.

Propane Education & Research Council: Seven Reasons to Get a Propane Generator Before the Next Big Storm

Following Hurricane Sandy in 2012, generators became hot items in the Northeast and in other areas of the country prone to weather- or capacity-related power outages. However, fueling a gasoline or diesel generator can be difficult in the aftermath of a big storm. For that reason and others, propane-fueled generators are often a very wise choice. - November 13, 2013 - Propane Education & Research Council

Rentricity Partners with Cornell Pump Company to Supply NSF Certified Turbines for In-Pipe Hydro Energy Recovery

Rentricity Inc., the in-pipe hydro energy recovery company, executed an exclusive agreement with the Cornell Pump Company of Clackamas, Oregon to develop a line of NSF 61 certified turbines; better known as pumps operating as turbines (PATs). The agreement will support the growing requirement... - November 12, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.

Solar Air Systems New - Solar Air Heater House Shutters is a New Way of Transferring Heat Energy from the Sun Into Your Living Areas Using a U.S. Patented Technology

An evolution in design, Solar Air Systems breakthrough patented passive solar air heating shutter system looks just like a vertical house window shutter – but does something no other window shutter can do - generates heat! - November 12, 2013 - Solar Air Systems

eGIS Associates Signs Reseller Agreement with Mobile311, LLC

eGIS Associates, a respected Geospatial Solutions provider, announced that it has signed a reseller agreement with Mobile311, LLC to resell, implement and support both the ConnectGIS and Mobile311 applications. Mobile311, LLC designs software platforms and applications that integrate GIS operations... - November 10, 2013 - Mobile311, LLC

Research Collaboration Between SERIS and FHR Anlagenbau GmbH in the Field of New Transparent Conductive Oxide (TCO) Coatings

The Solar Energy Research Institute of Singapore (SERIS), Singapore and FHR Anlagenbau GmbH, Germany jointly announce the start of a close collaboration on the development of new Transparent Conductive Oxide (TCO) coatings that have broad applications in the manufacture of solar photovoltaic modules and flat panel displays. - November 08, 2013 - Solar Energy Research Institute of Singapore (SERIS)

Grifols Promotes Quality Systems

Grifols, a global healthcare company based in Barcelona Spain, has begun construction on a “showcase” Control Room at their facility in Clayton North Carolina, that employs over 2000 people. - November 07, 2013 - Mauell Corp

Solar Energy USA Approved as GSA Vendor for Energy Efficient Lighting

Solar Energy USA, a national design and installation firm located in Alpharetta, Georgia, has been nationally approved to offer their primary line of energy efficient lighting products through the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). The products provide support for the White House Executive... - November 07, 2013 - Solar Energy USA

Torch Energy Solutions Expands to Ohio

Torch Energy Solutions, an energy start-up headquartered in Houston, is adding Ohio to their portfolio. - November 06, 2013 - Torch Energy Solutions

Alpha Introduces Powerful Maintenance Management System

Alpha Technologies, worldwide power solutions leader, announces the debut of its XM360 Maintenance Management System to the North American market at SCTE Cable-Tec Expo in Atlanta, GA. The innovative program is designed to extract power supply service data and generate real-time diagnostic reports... - November 02, 2013 - Alpha Technologies

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