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New Webinar Explores "Untapped" Financial Benefits for NYC Building Owners
EE Reports, a national provider of unbiased energy efficiency solutions, announced today it will host a live, complimentary webinar titled, “Huge ‘Untapped’ Financial Benefits Exclusively For NYC Building Owners,” on Tuesday, June 30, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Eastern Time. - June 17, 2015 - EE Reports
SolarCraft Earns Gold as a North Bay Green Business
North Bay Biz awards the North Bay’s Best. - June 17, 2015 - SolarCraft
Rentricity to Push Further Into Irrigation In-Pipe Hydro Market
Richmond Irrigation Company of Utah to develop Flow-to-Wire system to improve energy efficiency. - June 15, 2015 - Rentricity Inc.
Wildcat Discovery Technologies Introduces SuperFilm™ Electrolyte Technology
Wildcat's new SuperFilm™ electrolyte solutions enable increased lithium-ion cycle life, coulombic efficiency and thermal stability. - June 08, 2015 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
African Utility Week Turns Cape Town Into Continent's Energy Capital with Record Attendance, Coveted Awards and Quality Programme
The 15th African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa proved that it is the leading power and water conference and expo of its kind on the continent with a record attendance of 6000 people over three days in Cape Town last week. “This year we raised the bar in every aspect of African Utility... - June 08, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Vasari Energy Announces $2.2 Million Deal to Supply Solar PV Panels for 3.5 MW Project
California-based Vasari Energy will supply more than 12,000 high-efficiency 305 watt solar PV modules to Northeast site location. - June 07, 2015 - Vasari Energy
SMEFunds Reached 500,000 Customers with Solar and Clean Cook Stoves
Nigeria Experiences the worst Electricity Poverty in the World; Women cook under dangerous and Expensive dirty fuels, the African firm is changing that now. - May 29, 2015 - SMEFunds
Mainland China’s IC Production Makes Little Headway on Meeting IC Demand
Despite massive investments in China’s semiconductor industry, production is making minimal impact on meeting growing demand, according to the report “Mainland China’s Semiconductor and Equipment Markets: A Complete Analysis Of The Technical, Economic, and Political Issues,” recently published by The Information Network. - May 29, 2015 - The Information Network
Geronimo Energy Sells Portfolio of Wind and Solar Energy Projects to BHE Renewables
Projects located in Nebraska, Minnesota and Illinois total over 650 megawatts of clean energy. - May 24, 2015 - Geronimo Energy
EAPIC Returns to Nairobi with New Venue, New Awards But the Same Regional Power Focus
The annual East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC) returns to Nairobi in August this year at a bigger venue, launching a new awards programme, offering a special conference track dedicated to clean energy, but still offering the same, high-level, regional power focus. The 17th edition of the... - May 22, 2015 - Future Energy East Africa
Nepal Sent Wearable Technology to Aid Emergency
Wearable technology, self-charging and hands-free lights sent to Nepal to help survival, restoration and repair. - May 17, 2015 - 2C Light Company Limited - self charging wearable technology
Lake Cable Unleashes Broadcast Cable “Stealth Force” on NAB Show
Lake Cable brought its entire line of broadcast cable to the National Association of Broadcasters Show in Las Vegas, led by its newest product, STEALTH Special Ops™ 7.8MM Hybrid Fiber Camera Cable. - May 14, 2015 - Lake Cable
EcoMark Solar Expands to New Corporate Offices
The Denver-based solar energy company designs and installs solar energy systems in homes along the Front Range. - May 14, 2015 - EcoMark Solar
Green Alternative Systems Announces Fleet Conversion to Propane Benefits Transportation-Based Businesses
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) has announced fleet conversion to propane benefits transportation-based businesses in a number of ways including financial gains, increased safety and performance and lower maintenance costs. Fleet conversion to propane has been gaining popularity for many companies in industries, such as transportation with significant overhead and monthly costs. - May 08, 2015 - Green Alternative Systems
Energy Blackouts Will Soon be a Thing of the Past for Gaza's Hospitals
Canadian doctors launch campaign to install solar power on hospitals in Gaza. - May 08, 2015 - EmpowerGAZA
SolarCraft Brings Solar Power to Napa Valley Hospice and Adult Day Services
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 106.3 kW solar electric panel system at Napa Valley Hospice and Adult Day Services (NVHADS) in Napa, CA. They are now generating their own power from the sun and saving thousands in utility costs each year. More importantly, with that savings they are able to provide more services to the community. - May 05, 2015 - SolarCraft
Finalists Announced for Next Week’s African Utility Week Industry Awards in Cape Town
The City of Cape Town, Rand Water, the V&A Waterfront, the outgoing CEO of NERSA Phindile Baleni and several exciting power projects on the continent are just some of the finalists that have been announced for the African Utility Week Industry Awards. Africa’s leading utility, energy and water professionals and projects will be honoured again at the annual African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa that is taking place in Cape Town from 12-14 May. - May 04, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
3 Young Colorado Entrepreneurs Launch Solar Tech Project on Indiegogo, Raise $6,000 in First 3 Days
Colorado startup Hemera Project launched a crowdfunding campaign on April 17th to fund the mass manufacture of their first product, the QBAND, a solar smartphone charger you wear on your wrist. By passively charging its internal battery with solar panels in ambient light, the QBAND gives up to two... - May 03, 2015 - Hemera Project
DNV GL Exclusive Diamond Sponsor at African Utility Week in Cape Town in May
DNV GL, a leading global testing, certification and advisory services company, is the exclusive diamond sponsor at the upcoming African Utility Week, 12-14 May at the CTICC in Cape Town, South Africa. The event is expected to again attract more than 5,000 power professionals and feature 250... - May 01, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Geronimo Energy Announces Sale of Black Oak Getty Wind Farm to Sempra U.S. Gas & Power
Stearns County Wind Farm to Operate in Late 2016 - April 29, 2015 - Geronimo Energy
Morningstar Corporation is an ees AWARD 2015 Finalist at Intersolar Europe
Morningstar's grid-tied battery backup application of the Tristar MPPT 600V Controller with DC Transfer Switch was selected as a finalist for the ees AWARD 2015. - April 28, 2015 - Morningstar Corporation
ESA Renewables Sponsors Central Florida Earth Day 2015 Celebration
Central Florida solar company to participate at the largest and most prestigious Earth Day event in Central Florida. - April 25, 2015 - ESA Renewables
African Utility Week to Gather Renewable Experts in May to Show How Wind and Solar Can Solve Africa’s Energy Demands
Last week’s announcement of the South African Department of Energy that it has approved 13 new renewable IPP bids “signals the strong commitment of the South African government to continue renewable energy deployment. We encourage the whole sector to anticipate these developments and... - April 25, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) Announces Grand Opening for Natural Gas Fueling Station in Florida
Chino, CA fleet conversion to propane specialists Green Alternative Systems (GAS) has announced that Northeast Florida held a grand opening for the areas first public access compressed natural gas fueling outlet in Jacksonville. - April 24, 2015 - Green Alternative Systems
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) Announces NGVAmerica Calling for More Alternative Fuel Usage
Chino, CA industrial gas to CNG conversions company Green Alternative Systems (GAS) has announced that NGVAmerica has called for more alternative fuels usage due to fluctuating gas prices. The organization released a detailed white paper to highlight the rising popularity, cost-saving and safety benefits of alternative fuel sources. - April 24, 2015 - Green Alternative Systems
Clean Footprint Hosts Free Webinar About Solar Array Installation
Upcoming webinar details the who, where and how of installing solar photovoltaics. - April 23, 2015 - Clean Footprint
SolBid Launches Crowdfunding Campaign on Earth Day to Raise Funds for Initiative "Brighter Classrooms"
Solar energy start up, SolBid has made it their mission to help schools from the looming educational budget deficit in the U.S. through the use of solar energy. - April 23, 2015 - SolBid, Inc.
Renewable Energy Declines in Canada
Despite the record installation of wind turbines across Canada last year, electrical output from this technology declined 1.5%, according to Statistics Canada. Solar panels generated 4.8% more power last year, but that follows a 7.6% decline in 2013. - April 23, 2015 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation for First Congregational Church of Sonoma
Sonoma and Novato-based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 13.2 kW solar panel system at the First Congregation Church of Sonoma in Sonoma, CA. Designed and built by SolarCraft, the North Bay church’s system will reduce their carbon footprint and offset almost 90% of their PG&E usage. - April 21, 2015 - SolarCraft
New Ways to Benefit from Renewable Energy, Self-Charging Headlamps from 2C Light Company
USA plans to train 75,000 US workers for the exploding solar industry, with focus on large scale utility installations, while the innovative 2C Light Company has developed self-generating lights that are totally integrated into a person’s clothing – wearable green technology! - April 16, 2015 - 2C Light Company Limited - self charging wearable technology
SAAMA to Increase Asset Management Awareness at African Utility Week in Cape Town in May
The Southern African Asset Management Association (SAAMA) “hopes to reach the decision makers in the utilities serving Africa to increase their awareness of the benefits of using solid, proven asset management principles,” says Anton Booyzen, President of SAAMA. Booyzen will be an... - April 15, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Sunsource Offering Free Real-Time Remote Solar System Monitoring
Leading Kansas City solar & renewable energy specialist company SunSource is offering Real-time Remote Solar System web-based monitoring with solar panel installation services free of cost for lifetime. - April 08, 2015 - SunSource Homes
Carbon Credit Capital Earns Green Business Certification
Carbon Credit Capital is proud to announce that it has received Green Business Certification from Green America®. This demonstrates Carbon Credit Capital’s commitment to environmentally and socially responsible business. It further strengthens the company’s mission to “bridge... - April 04, 2015 - Carbon Credit Capital
eNCA to Broadcast Live from African Utility Week in Cape Town in May
African Utility Week has entered into an exclusive television broadcasting partnership with eNCA and will receive live coverage during the conference and exhibition from 12-14 May in Cape Town. The annual event attracts more than 5000 power and water professionals from across the globe. eNCA is a... - April 04, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Rhombus Energy Solutions, Inc. Acquires Energy Development Associates, LLC
Acquisition brings high power, advanced power conversion solutions to the test and energy storage market. - April 02, 2015 - Rhombus Energy Solutions, Inc.
How Africa Can Attract Foreign and Local Investment for Its Power Projects
“Investing in the power sector in Africa can be very lucrative and we have the success stories to prove it,” says Evan Schiff, event director of African Utility Week, taking place in Cape Town from 12-14 May. During the largest annual power and water conference and expo on the... - March 28, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Energy Storage Symposium in Carbondale on April 1st
An Energy Storage symposium is taking place on the Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIU) campus on Wednesday, April 1st from 9:00 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. The event is free and open to the public and is taking place in the Mississippi room of the SIU Student Center. Experts in the field of energy storage technology will make presentations on a variety of topics, including new electrolytes and redo-active polymers for advanced batteries and new materials for supercapacitor electrodes. - March 27, 2015 - SIU Advanced Coal and Energy Research Center
Clean Footprint Hosts Free Sustainability Webinar
Upcoming webinar details how achieving sustainability does not have to be expensive. - March 26, 2015 - Clean Footprint
Shop Akari Announces Crowdfunding Campaign on Indiegogo
Shop Akari, an eCommerce store for ecofriendly products, announced a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo. After beginning as a solar developer more than six years ago, Shop Akari morphed into an online store for sustainable products and on average has nearly tripled in size every year for the past... - March 26, 2015 - Shop Akari LLC
The Weidt Group Welcomes Pluton Angjeli as Energy Specialist
Energy and Software Consulting Firm Hires Experienced Engineer and Energy Auditor. - March 25, 2015 - The Weidt Group
Energy Minister Joemat-Pettersson to address African Utility Week in Cape Town in May as Department of Energy becomes official event partner
South Africa’s Department of Energy is throwing its full weight behind efforts by the utility industry to find urgent and sustainable solutions to current energy challenges, says African Utility Week event director Evan Schiff. The Department has committed to a three-year partnership with the... - March 19, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
National Water Week and World Water Day: The Importance of Managing Our Resources
The increasing demand for water on the African continent is forcing water utilities to expand and improve their treatment and distribution capacities. African Utility Week event director Evan Schiff says the upcoming National Water Week (17-23 March) and International Water Day (22 March)... - March 12, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Green Alternative Systems Announces More Fueling Stations Across the United States
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) has announced that more fueling stations are popping across the United States that is making fleet conversion to propane well worth the investment for fleet based businesses. - March 11, 2015 - Green Alternative Systems
Suzlon Group Chairman, Mr. Tulsi Tanti's Views & Expectations from the Budget 2015
Suzlon Group Chairman's Budget 2015 5 point wish list for boost to renewable energy. - March 04, 2015 - Suzlon Energy Pvt Ltd
Clean Footprint Hires New Director of Administration
Jeff Null appointed as Director of Administration for Florida-based renewable energy company. - February 28, 2015 - Clean Footprint
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. Has Delivered Two Hypochlorous Acid Water Ionizers to Go Green Enterprise
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. has completed an ECA-1 Hypochlorous acid Ionizer sale to Go Green Enterprise, Tropic, Utah. The Hypochlorous acid production equipment will be used to demonstrate Green technologies for Oil, Gas, Janitorial, and Dairy industries. - February 27, 2015 - Florida Biodiesel, Inc.
Suzlon Group Successfully Adds 350 MW of Wind Energy Capacity to Meet Brazil’s Growing Energy Demand
Projects of over 350 MW completed across key wind sites in the States of Ceara & Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil; Installed 150 WTGs of S9X make and 18 WTGs of S88 make; The projects will provide electricity to ~0.1 million households in Brazil and will avoid ~0.54 million tonnes of CO2 emissions each year - February 27, 2015 - Suzlon Energy Pvt Ltd
The Solatube Global Marketing Launches the International Year of Light Photo Contest
Solatube Global Marketing (SGM) is launching The Solatube Global Marketing International Year of Light Contest to kick off the 2015 International Year of Light and Light-Based Technologies (IYL2015). Participants may enter and submit photos via Facebook by March 31st, 2015. There will be 5 winners of a GoPro HERO3 Camera. - February 26, 2015 - Solatube Global Marketing
SolarCraft Brings Solar Power to Spirit Rock - Sun Shines on West Marin Meditation Center
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft has completed the construction of a 115.6 kW solar electric system at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre, CA. The installation of the solar photovoltaic array will reduce the Center’s carbon footprint and power their facilities with sunlight. - February 24, 2015 - SolarCraft
ClimateLaunchpad to Unlock More Than 1,000 New Cleantech Ideas to Tackle Climate Change
Europe's ClimateLaunchpad 2015 is now open for applications. Students, start-ups, entrepreneurs, researchers and employees dreaming of starting their own business are invited to submit their cleantech ideas. All entries are judged on their impact on climate change, their growth potential and on skills and enthusiasm. - February 23, 2015 - Climate-KIC