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Major Breakthrough in Prediction of Financial Damage as a Result of Natural Catastrophes
New predictive technologies have been developed in what is hailed as the most significant development in the modelling of financial losses as a result of natural catastrophes for 20 years. - February 08, 2014 - Climate-KIC
African Utility Week Sponsor Accenture Excited About Smart Grid Momentum in the Utility Industry
“Accenture is very excited with the momentum that is beginning to take shape in the industry. Utilities are transitioning from pilots to full implementation,” says Lungile Mginqi, Managing Director, Utilities Practice at Accenture. The company is a global leader in smart grids and a platinum sponsor at the upcoming African Utility Week & Clean Power Africa. - February 07, 2014 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
The Weidt Group Welcomes Rob Cerreta as Business Development Director
Energy and Software Consulting Firm Hires Experienced Management Consulting Professional - February 06, 2014 - The Weidt Group
EnergySwift Wraps Up Lighting Analysis Project - Helps Client Save Up-to 40% on Utility Bills
EnergySwift, successfully completed a building lighting analysis project for a USA based client, helping them reduce energy consumption and cut down utility bills for their facility. - January 31, 2014 - Energy Swift
Clean Power Africa to Discuss if Large Scale Hydro in Africa is a Realistic Clean Power Solution
Within the last ten years the World Bank has invested an estimated US$550 million annually in hydro projects alongside the African Development Bank’s Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA), prioritising investment into nine key projects within strategic African... - January 30, 2014 - Clean Power Africa
Geothermal Resources Council Announces New Board of Directors
Anna Carter, Dennis Kaspereit, Bill Rickard and Gene Suemnicht join the new GRC Board of Directors. - January 29, 2014 - Geothermal Resources Council
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. Has Delivered a Biodiesel System to Oxford High School, MS.
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. has completed a B-60 Biodiesel Processor sale, made by 70centsagallon.com to Oxford High School, MS. The Biodiesel production equipment will be used to demonstrate Green Fuel technology for on-campus activities. - January 29, 2014 - Florida Biodiesel, Inc.
Scandinavia Joins European Union's Main Climate Innovation Initiative
The EU commissioner for Climate Action will open Climate-KIC's new Denmark-based centre on 7 February 2014, allowing Nordic start-up entrepreneurs, businesses, climate professionals, students and government officials to join the European partnership to work on climate change adaptation and mitigation solutions. - January 29, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Geronimo Energy Acquires Green River Wind Farm in North Central Illinois from Mainstream Renewable Power
Acquisition creates sister farm for Walnut Ridge Wind Farm - both farms eligible for expired Production Tax Credit (PTC). - January 25, 2014 - Geronimo Energy
First Commercial Solar Photovoltaic System Installed in N Wilkesboro NC
First commercial solar photovoltaic system installed in N Wilkesboro by Green State Power with the assistance of a USDA grant. - January 23, 2014 - Green State Power
Jason Steinbock of The Weidt Group to Speak at the ASHRAE 2014 Winter Conference
Energy Specialist to Present Case Study at Conference for American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers. - January 19, 2014 - The Weidt Group
African Utility Week to Honour Energy Industry’s Best and Brightest in May
Africa’s leading utility and energy professionals and projects are to be honoured at the annual African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa that is taking place in Cape Town from 13-14 May this year. Designed to celebrate the African triumphs and successes of the industry throughout 2013,... - January 17, 2014 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
IAEE to Host 26th Annual Iowa Energy Summit
Energy Experts Gather to Improve Energy Efficiency in the State of Iowa. - November 02, 2013 - The Weidt Group
Organic Dairy Farm Installs a Solar Hot Water System
SunMaxx Solar’s TitanPower ALDH29 helps a dairy farm cut its energy cost. - October 31, 2013 - SunMaxx Solar
Energy Start-Up Funds Local Student's Educational Trip
Torch Energy Solutions rewards Erica Rodriguez with scholarship to attend the National Youth Leadership Forum in Washington D.C. - October 30, 2013 - Torch Energy Solutions
Geronimo Energy Announces Rooftop Solar Installations with Slumberland Furniture
Construction on eight stores, one distribution center, and corporate headquarters begins this month. - October 27, 2013 - Geronimo Energy
Dana Kose of The Weidt Group to Moderate Opening Plenary During 2013 USGBC Colorado Green Schools Summit
Three Colorado School Districts Participate in Energy Panel. - October 25, 2013 - The Weidt Group
Newly Certified Solar System for Developing Countries
A new affordable and reliable Solar Hot Water system has been awarded with the OG-300 certification. This system provides a great opportunity for developing countries as it significantly lowers the costs of running hot water. - October 24, 2013 - SunMaxx Solar
Alpha Showcases Full Suite of Power Solutions at SCTE Cable-Tec Expo
Alpha Technologies, worldwide power solutions provider, will display a wide array of Cable TV/Broadband Power products and services this week at SCTE Cable-Tec Expo in Atlanta, GA. “Both products and services are critical elements in building and maintaining a reliable network,” said... - October 22, 2013 - Alpha Technologies
Customer Focus as Smart Technology Becomes Reality at European Utility Week
The customer or end-user in the smart energy market was in focus at the European Utility Week this week as some 8000 utility professionals gathered at the Amsterdam RAI to hear about the latest technology and solutions for a smarter energy society. - October 19, 2013 - European Utility Week
Clean Footprint Sets Appointments with Solar Developers for Solar Power International 2013
Florida-based solar finance and development company to set appointments with solar developers regarding shovel-ready projects. - October 18, 2013 - Clean Footprint
European Utility Week Hears That "Energy Desperately Needs Branding"
“Do any of you here honestly believe that your customers like you?” was the question utility professionals were asked during the opening session of European Utility Week at the Amsterdam RAI on Tuesday, 15 October. Engaging customers in the utility industry was an important theme,... - October 17, 2013 - European Utility Week