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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
ITW Solar's ERSystems® Roof Mount Solar Sealing and Waterproofing System
ITW Solar’s ERSystems® Promotes Versatile Rooftop Sealing System to Protect and Waterproof Roofs with Roof Mounted Solar Systems at PV System Expo in Tokyo, JP. - February 11, 2015 - ITW Solar
Solamon Announces Bold Strategy; Seeks to Introduce New Solar-Powered Technologies
Solamon Energy Corp. set to augment current market offings with new renewable energy technologies. - February 11, 2015 - Solamon Energy Corp.
US President Barack Obama’s Power Africa Initiative Joins African Utility Week as Country Partner in Cape Town in May
African Utility Week has announced that Power Africa, US President Barack Obama’s initiative to improve access to power in sub-Saharan Africa, will be the official country partner of the upcoming conference and expo from 12-14 May at the CTICC in Cape Town, South Africa. The conference and... - February 08, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Ygrene Expands PACE Financing to Major Commercial Facility
Ygrene Energy Fund is proud to announce the completion of downtown Chula Vista’s landmark Gateway Center project. The Gateway Center is the first large-scale commercial project to invest in solar energy using the Clean Energy Chula Vista Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program. The... - February 07, 2015 - Ygrene
SRS & BEI Partner to Develop Enzyme Catalyst Transesterification
SRS and Biodiesel Experts have developed a transesterification system for biodiesel production process that utilizes enzymes efficiently to produce quality biodiesel on any scale. While using high-FFA feedstock, the primary job of the enzyme becomes the conversion of FFA to FAME. The enzymes are able to convert high-FFA feedstock with reaction chemistry into FAME by performing both transesterification and esterification simultaneously. - February 06, 2015 - SRS International Corp.
Green Alternative Systems Announces Professional Fleet Conversion to Propane Over DIY Kits
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) has announced that they are recommending fleet conversion over DIY kits to interested customers that have discovered the cost-saving and environmentally friendly benefits of using a cleaner burning fuel source. - February 03, 2015 - Green Alternative Systems
Uptown Solar Launches Nationwide Dealer Program with the Addition of Chris Taylor, VP of Strategic Development
Uptown Solar, a leading provider of residential solar solutions, is excited to announce the nationwide launch of “Uptown Direct,” a nationwide residential solar dealer program. - February 01, 2015 - A Society for Uptown Solar
The Weidt Group Enters Boston Metro Area to Improve Lifelong Building Energy Performance
Energy and Software Consulting Firm Advances Energy Modeling and Benchmarking for State of Massachusetts with Team of Leading Energy Experts. - January 31, 2015 - The Weidt Group
Solstice Initiative Partners with Next Step Living to Bring Solar Power to Massachusetts Families
Solstice Initiative is partnering with Next Step Living to bring community solar power to Massachusetts households previously unable to access it. Solstice Initiative will recruit and qualify customers to participate in community solar arrays being built across Massachusetts by Next Step Living and its affiliates. Upon activation, these households will see immediate savings on their utility bill by switching to solar. - January 30, 2015 - Solstice Initiative
Green Alternative Systems Announces Fleet Conversion to Natural Gas Can Save $1 on Every Gallon
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) has announced that fleet conversion to natural gas can cut costs for businesses, approximately one dollar for every gallon, fueling vehicles for their transportation-based businesses. - January 29, 2015 - Green Alternative Systems
Intel is Not Moving Smart Enough in the Smart Devices/IoT Market Says The Information Network
According to The Information Network’s latest report Convergence of Semiconductors and Smart Technology – A Market Analysis, microcontrollers (MCUs) used in Smart Cities, Smart Homes, Smart Industry, Smart Health, and Smart Transport (a subset of the Internet of Things (IoT)),... - January 29, 2015 - The Information Network
Wildcat Discovery Technologies DOE Vehicle Technologies Award Generates Promising Si Anode Electrolyte Leads
Wildcat identifies new non-carbonate electrolytes for silicon anodes that outperform carbonate-based solutions. - January 26, 2015 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Africa’s Top Utility Projects and Power Professionals Honoured at African Utility Week in May
Africa’s leading utility, energy and water professionals and projects are to be honoured again at the annual African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa that is taking place in Cape Town from 12-14 May this year. Designed to celebrate the African triumphs and successes of the industry... - January 22, 2015 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Microcontroller Market for Smart Technology Reaching $1 Billion in 2020
Representing just 1.4% of the overall microcontroller (MCU) market in 2014, Smart Technology, will utilize $1 billion in MCUs in 2020, representing 4.5% of the total market, according to the latest report “Convergence of Semiconductors and Smart Technology – A Market Analysis,” published by The Information Network. This report focuses on Smart Cities, Smart Homes, Smart Industry, Smart Health, and Smart Transport. - January 09, 2015 - The Information Network
Milholland Solar and Electric Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Milholland Solar & Electric, an Award Winning, BBB A+ rated Solar & Electrical Contractor turns 25 this year. Presently Serving San Diego and Southern California, Milholland Electric Inc remain committed to its many customers for many more years to come. - January 05, 2015 - Milholland Solar & Electric
SolarCraft and Enphase Energy Help Liberty School Cut Energy Costs with Solar Power
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft has completed the construction of a 44.7 kW solar electric system at Liberty School in the rolling hills of West Petaluma, CA. The installation of the solar photovoltaic array will reduce the school’s carbon footprint and save thousands of dollars in energy costs for years to come. - December 18, 2014 - SolarCraft
Governor Cuomo Initiative Includes Community Choice Aggregation for New York State
California-based Local Power Inc. (localpower.com) provides an update on recent success in helping the state of New York adopt Community Choice Aggregation by aiding the efforts of Ulster-based Citizens for Local Power, and the New York State Public Services Commission in their “Reforming the... - December 17, 2014 - Local Power LLC
Developed with University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, Windstrip Hybrid Power System Ready for Its Commercial Debut
Thanks to the innovative work of engineering students and professors at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, cell phone users all over the planet will soon have the ability to place calls through cell towers powered by green, wind and solar energy – the Windstrip Hybrid Power System. - December 12, 2014 - Windstrip
WAPIC Puts Nigerian Power Successes and Opportunities in the Spotlight
The West African Power Industry Convention (WAPIC), held recently in Lagos, Nigeria, smashed all attendance records, attracted many power industry heavyweights, celebrated the successes of the power sector privatisation but also openly discussed the challenges the region is facing with regards to... - December 11, 2014 - Future Energy Nigeria
African Utility Week Returns to Cape Town and Shows That Africa is Open for Business
Regional collaboration in the power and water sectors, the untapped potential of renewable energy and investment challenges will be top of the agenda at the 15th African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa conference and exhibition, returning to the CTICC in Cape Town from 12-14 May next year. The... - December 07, 2014 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
ORCA Secure: EV Fast Charging on Sunshine
Solar panel owners can now drive their Electric Vehicles (EVs) on Sunshine! - December 06, 2014 - Andromeda Power, LLC
Large Equipment Companies – Applied Materials, Lam Research, and KLA-Tencor Losing Market Share to Smaller Companies in 2014 Says The Information Network
Large semiconductor equipment manufacturers are losing market share in 2014 to much smaller companies as customers focus on technology and customer service rather than size, according to the report Applied Materials: Competing for World Dominance, recently published by The Information Network... - December 05, 2014 - The Information Network
Solamon Set to Re-Visit Ghana; Unaffected by Ebola Outbreak and Nearby Conflicts
On the heels of launching its "Electrify Africa" campaign earlier this year and in the wake of two extensive visits to Ghana, and most recently meetings held with key stakeholders, Solamon Energy CEO Graeme Boyce says the focus of his executives and new partners heading into 2015 will... - December 04, 2014 - Solamon Energy Corp.
Impiro Invests in Solar Market Growth in Indonesia
Impiro (www.impiro.com), a full-service investment firm, today announced a major investment into PT Contained Energy Indonesia (www.containedenergy.com), a company involved in various areas of renewable energy in Indonesia and Pacific Islands. Contained Energy delivers premier quality energy... - November 21, 2014 - Impiro
Okonjo-Iweala, Nnaji and Ughelli Popular Winners at West African Power Industry Awards in Lagos
Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Nigerian Coordinating Minister for the Economy and Minister of Finance, former Nigerian Power Minister Bart Okechukwu Nnaji and Ughelli Power were some of the popular winners at the inaugural West African Power Industry Awards that were announced at the sold-out gala dinner... - November 21, 2014 - Future Energy Nigeria
SolarCraft Hires New Controller - Solar Industry Leader Hires Controller to Help Manage Thriving Business
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft, a leader in solar energy system design and installation, announced today that Cindy Gurtner has joined their company as Controller. - November 20, 2014 - SolarCraft
Fragmentation in the 3D Industry Will Augment Its Growth
3D printing industry remains highly fragmented across different printers, materials, and software. This fragmentation in the 3D industry will be a catalyst for growth, as no single company controls the majority of the market, according to the latest report “3D Printing: Material and Equipment... - November 18, 2014 - The Information Network
US-China Climate Change Deal: EU Initiative Calls on Innovators to Exceed Targets
Bertrand van Ee, CEO of Climate-KIC, the EU’s largest public-private innovation partnership focused on mitigating and adapting to climate change, has called on innovators and entrepreneurs to step up their “open innovation” efforts to bring down CO2 emission levels, boost the... - November 17, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Rentricity Completes First Drinking Water Certified In-Pipe Hydro Project in Canada
Company's first NSF Certified Flow-to-Wire™ system to generate 32 kilowatts of clean energy in city water infrastructure. - November 17, 2014 - Rentricity Inc.
The CALSEIA Bay Area Chapter Meets at the New Prospect Silicon Valley Facility
On the evening of October 28th, the California Solar Energy Industries Association (CALSEIA) Bay Area Chapter President and Clean Solar CEO, Randy Zechman, called to order their bi-monthly meeting at the new Prospect Silicon Valley (ProspectSV) Technology Demonstration Center in San Jose,... - November 14, 2014 - Clean Solar