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EAPIC Speaker Jasper Oduor: "There is a Very Bright Light at the End of a Very Short Tunnel"
“The Ethiopia-Kenya Inter-connector and Kenya-Tanzania-Zambia Inter-connector are going to be the projects that will bring power trade to the region. They have been long coming,” says Jasper Oduor, well-respected energy expert in the East African region and former Executive Secretary of... - June 23, 2013 - Future Energy East Africa
First Round of Installations Begin for Boothbay Pilot Project
Goggin Energy has installed a 108 panel, 27 kW solar electricity system at the Flagship Inn in Boothbay Harbor, just in time for summer and the tourists who will soon be filling up their rooms. This is one of the first installations of the GridSolar Boothbay Pilot Project, an initiative to... - June 21, 2013 - Goggin Energy
European Utility Week Returns to Amsterdam as Europe Moves Towards a Smart Energy Ecosystem
Amsterdam will once again welcome some 8000 utility experts for the annual European Utility Week from 15-17 October at the RAI at what is the largest industry conference and exhibition on the continent. Formerly known as Metering Europe, the newly branded European Utility Week focuses on all... - June 16, 2013 - European Utility Week
EAPIC Returns to Nairobi in September as Region Faces Unique Energy Challenges
Nairobi will welcome more than 500 power professionals from 10-11 September for the 15th edition of the East African Power Industry Convention (EAPIC). Uganda’s Energy Minister, the Honourable Engineer Irene Muloni, and Mr Mugo Kibati, CEO Kenya Vision 2030, head up a high-level industry expert speaker line-up that will address issues from government, financial and regulatory environments, to generation, transmission and distribution. - June 14, 2013 - Future Energy East Africa
Environment Commissioner Underscores Association's Call for Green Heat
Ontario's Environmental Commissioner criticizes the lack of support for green heat options from renewable energy; calls subsidy for solar PV "perverse" because it excludes solar thermal. - June 13, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
Canada Fails to Make Top-Ten in Green Power Consumption
Annual review tracks the good news in solar and wind, and the bad news in biofuels for Canada and all countries around the world. - June 12, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
ITW Solar Announces Release of Insulcast RTVS 400 Series Thermal Potting Formulated for the Solar Industry
ITW Solar will announce the release of Insulcast RTVS 400 series thermal potting for solar applications at Intersolar Europe in Munich, Germany. ITW Solar's booth is located in hall A5 booth 375. Contact us at info@itwsolar.com or visit www.itwsolar.com. - June 12, 2013 - ITW Solar
Gas to CNG Conversions Specialists, Green Alternative Systems Announce QVM Program
The gas to CNG Conversions specialists, Green Alternative Systems (GAS) announces the QVM Program to their customers. Green Alternative Systems is a Ford Recognized Qualified Vehicle Modifier (QVM) Alternative Fuel Program Installer. This means that the company makes it their utmost priority to... - June 12, 2013 - Green Alternative Systems
Glacial Lakes Energy Installs Arisdyne System’s Controlled Flow Cavitation System to Enhance Ethanol Yield
Arisdyne Systems and Glacial Lakes Energy Collaborate to Test and Demonstrate Controlled Flow Cavitation™ System Increases Ethanol Yield by Releasing More Starch from Corn. - June 09, 2013 - Arisdyne Systems
Solamon Recognizes Importance of Grid Parity Announcements; Set to Develop Installations Across Sunbelt
Solamon Energy Corp's Jay Yeo proudly announced today the company will continue its growth into South Asia this year, and increase budgets supporting the company's initial efforts targeting specific states within India that are proving fruitful, and also that the company is developing new... - June 09, 2013 - Solamon Energy Corp.
Greenlots Launches v3.0 of Its Open Standards-Based EV Network Management Platform, Greenlots SKY
Company Delivers Adaptive Charging Solutions for Site Hosts and Consumers to Track, Bill, Pay, Manage and Optimize their Electric Vehicle Charging Needs. - June 05, 2013 - Greenlots.com
Alpha Features High Security Enclosure for Ultimate Power System Protection
Global power solutions leader, Alpha Technologies, now offers the High Security HP enclosure to provide a tough and durable housing solution for critical power system components and advanced protection against criminal activity and severe weather conditions. The new High Security HP enclosure... - June 04, 2013 - Alpha Technologies
Arisdyne Systems, Inc. Hires Validation Engineer for Controlled Flow Cavitation System Installations
Arisdyne Systems, Inc. to Benefit from Herdt’s Ethanol Production Process Expertise - May 31, 2013 - Arisdyne Systems
Renewable Energy is Declining in Canada
The share of renewable energy in Canada continues to decline as a percentage of total energy consumption, in sharp contrast to the growth rates in most developed nations. Data released today by the World Bank indicate that Canada may be a barrier in the UN goal to double the share of renewables in global energy mix by 2030. - May 30, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
African Utility Week Was Bigger and Better This Year
“Bigger and better” is how all concerned describe this year’s African Utility Week and the co-located Clean Power Africa that took place in Cape Town from 14-15 May at the CTICC. The 13th conference and exhibition was attended by nearly 5000 power and water professionals from more... - May 27, 2013 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Alternative Energy Systems Consulting to Speak at Energy Management Congress West
AESC’s Gerald Gibson to speak on California Energy Commission Project: Agents for Integration of Storage & Renewables. - May 25, 2013 - AESC Inc
Skytech Solar and California Rainguard Offers 50% Off a New Roof When Solar Panels Are Installed
Solar Energy Company and Roof Installation Company Pair Up to Provide Big Savings - May 24, 2013 - Skytech Solar
Gehrlicher Solar Expands to Mexico
Leading International Solar PV Integrator Expands North American Market Footprint - May 23, 2013 - Gehrlicher Solar America Corp.
ElectraTherm Exceeds 10 Years of Fleet Runtime
The Green Machine fleet spans the globe with 21 commissioned units, the most widely deployed Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) technology operating at such low temperatures at this scale. - May 18, 2013 - ElectraTherm, Inc.
Local Maryland Sustainability Company Sponsors Cleats for Bare Feet Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign
greeNEWit, a local energy efficiency consulting company, is sponsoring a crowdfunding effort for Cleats for Bare Feet, an organization which collects soccer cleats for players who need them around the world. - May 16, 2013 - greeNEWit
SolarCraft Hires New Director of Sales & Marketing to Help Manage Thriving Business
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leader in photovoltaic and thermal system design and installation, is pleased to announce that Chet Stromberg has accepted the position of Director of Sales & Marketing. Mr. Stromberg’s experience in managing the sales and marketing efforts of several successful businesses will help lead SolarCraft as they continue to expand in the dynamic solar energy market. - May 15, 2013 - SolarCraft
AESC Awarded New SMUD Contract
Under this new Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) contract AESC will evaluate, measure and verify energy efficiency savings and demand reductions. - May 13, 2013 - AESC Inc
City of Cape Town to Share Its Water and Sanitation Vision and Showcase Facilities During African Utility Week
The City of Cape Town will showcase its world class water and sanitation facilities and share its strategic plans for the future of the City’s water services during next week’s African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa conference and exhibition. As host city to this annual event, the... - May 12, 2013 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Practical Solutions to Energy Challenges for Industry at African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa
“The operative word this year is definitely ‘practical’ and there simply is no substitute for onsite experience,” says a very excited African Utility Week event director Russell Hughes. “I want to invite our expo visitors to come and get their hands dirty while earning... - May 11, 2013 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
AMECO Awarded Solar Project at Long Beach Aquatics Center
Local solar company to install solar pool heating system for nonprofit that offers aquatic therapy to the disabled and elderly. - May 11, 2013 - Ameco Solar
Panasonic Selects Dynapower to Design & Manufacture a 280 kW Bi-Directional Energy Storage Inverter
Dynapower Company LLC, a Vermont-based leading supplier of power conversion systems, today announced that it was selected by Panasonic Eco Solutions Canada to design and manufacture a 280 kW bi-directional energy storage inverter for use at the British Columbia Institute of Technology [BCIT] in... - May 09, 2013 - Dynapower
African Utility Week: Symbion Says It is Ready to Invest in Africa
“Symbion Power and many other companies from the United States are ready to invest in Africa,” says Symbion Power CEO Paul Hinks. “These firms are ethical,” Paul adds, “they have integrity and they need partners in both the public and private sectors." Symbion is a platinum sponsor at the upcoming African Utility Week, taking place from 14-15 May in Cape Town. - May 09, 2013 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Channel Africa to Broadcast Live from African Utility Week in Cape Town in May
Channel Africa has entered into an exclusive broadcasting partnership with African Utility Week, which is taking place in Cape Town from 14-15 May. The channel’s flagship daily actuality talk show, African Dialogue, will be broadcast live from 11h00-12h00 from the expo floor on both days of... - May 08, 2013 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
SolarCraft Installs Solar Power System for Covenant Community Church
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 29.5 kW solar electric system at Covenant Community Church in Vacaville, CA. The photovoltaic system will provide enormous savings for decades to come. - May 07, 2013 - SolarCraft
African Development Bank Economist to Present Report on Continent’s Wind Energy Market at Clean Power Africa This Month
In each market where wind energy is being developed, the state is a big player in the initial stages of industry development; and is often the sponsor of pilot projects according to Dr Emelly Mutambatsere, Principal Regional Economist, African Development Bank. As co-author of a comprehensive study... - May 05, 2013 - Clean Power Africa
SolarCraft Donates Solar to Sonoma Garden Park
SolarCraft, with offices in Sonoma and Novato, recently donated and installed a solar electric system at the Sonoma Garden Park, the six-acre working farm on 7th Street East, given to the City of Sonoma by Pauline Bond and managed by Sonoma Ecology Center. - May 02, 2013 - SolarCraft
greeNEWit is Gearing Up for Summer with the Agents of Change Program
greeNEWit seeks high school and college students to participate in its Agents of Change internship program this summer. Interns have the opportunity to broaden their professional skills while inspiring positive action and effecting social change. - May 02, 2013 - greeNEWit
GSWP Breaks Off Acquisition Negotiations with PHI Group, Inc.
After year-long talks and apparent inability to fund, GSWP ceases negotiations with PHI Group, Inc, (trading symbol PHIL) and severs ties. - May 02, 2013 - Global Sun Wind & Power Corp
Local Wind Company to Provide Wind Assets for Integrated Wind and Hydrogen Production Facility Near Bird Island, Minn.
Emerald H2 and Norfolk Wind Energy have signed an agreement to locate Emerald H2’s first Renewable Wind and Hydrogen Production Center in Renville County, Minn. The planned 10MW wind and 500,000kg hydrogen project will be the first “Utility Scale” initiative to use energy from wind turbines to produce hydrogen. Once constructed, it will be the largest hydrogen production facility powered by wind energy in the U.S. - April 30, 2013 - National Renewable Solutions
greeNEWit Co-Founder Participates in Startup America Partnership Region Championship Summit
greeNEWit, a company that provides Maryland homeowners and businesses with resources and services to practice energy efficiency and sustainability, was sent on an all-expenses-paid trip to Phoenix last week to participate in the Startup America Partnership Region Championship Summit. - April 27, 2013 - greeNEWit
Tariff Hike of Only 1% Increases Mining Costs to R100 Million Per Year, Says Industry Expert
An electricity tariff rise of only 1% has a devastating impact on the mining industry as it amounts to an increased expenditure of R100 million per year according to the South African Chamber of Mines. It therefore really hurts that since 1 April this year, large power consumers have had to fork... - April 26, 2013 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
Platinum Roofing Receives Special Recognition from Leading Roofing Manufacturer
Platinum Roofing, Waterproofing & Energy receives special recognition from Carlisle SynTec Systems for being in the top percentage of roofing contractors nationwide. - April 23, 2013 - Platinum Roofing, Waterproofing & Energy
PV Racking Breaks Sales Records for First Quarter in 2013
PV Racking has finished the first quarter of 2013 with a new sales record. “We have received 1.4 megawatts worth of residential and small commercial contracts since January 1st, which is much stronger than this time last year,” said Barry Moore, president at PV Racking, a Pennsylvania... - April 23, 2013 - PV Racking LLC
Ontario Government Narrowly Defeats Anti-Renewable Energy Proposal
The Ontario legislature has defeated proposed legislation that would have serious curtailed the province’s feed-in tariff for solar and wind energy. Bill 39, An Act to provide for control by local municipalities over renewable and affordable energy undertakings, was introduced as a private... - April 21, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
ESA Renewables Executes Three Rooftop O&M Contracts in North Carolina
ESA will begin operating and maintaining three 500kW photovoltaic solar systems in North Carolina. - April 20, 2013 - ESA Renewables
WINAICO Ranks Highest Among Peers in PTC Ratings WSP-260P6 Outperforms Well-Known Competitors
On April 8, 2013, Go Solar California published an updated PTC rating list and out of almost 11,500 eligible modules rated, WINAICO high performance modules have ranked highest among their peers. The WINAICO 250W, 255W and 260W polycrystalline modules have earned PTC ratings of 229.6, 234.3 and 239. - April 19, 2013 - WINAICO USA
Spectikon Corporation Launches Micro GPS Tracking and Retrieving Device
Retrievor, a Spectikon Corporation brand, is an ultra small GPS tracking and retrieving device designed to help parents and pet owners locate their children and loved ones quickly. Measuring only 25 mm (0.98") in diameter and 9 mm (0.35") means you can use Retrievor to track almost anything. - April 19, 2013 - Spectikon Corporation
AESC Hires Additional Resources to Fuel the Next Stage of Growth
Due to client demand, Alternative Energy Systems Consulting, Inc. (AESC), a leading provider of high quality engineering and management services to enable rapid deployment of efficient, cost-effective, reliable and environmentally friendly energy systems, announced today the most recent expansion of AESC’s presence in northern California. The Company has added personnel in the Sacramento and Fresno areas of California. - April 17, 2013 - AESC Inc
World Earth Day: Clean Power Africa to Showcase Renewable Energy Solutions for Businesses
“Today’s World Earth Day reminds us all of our need to commit to protecting our environment and increasing renewable energy projects instead of relying on the more traditional power sources is a great way for countries and companies to start making a difference.” This is according... - April 17, 2013 - Clean Power Africa
Rentricity Announces New 2013 Energy Recovery Projects in Vermont and Canada
Rentricity Inc., the in-pipe hydropower clean energy recovery company located in New York City, will develop new projects in Vermont and Halifax, Nova Scotia. The two new 2013 projects will include the deployment of Rentricity’s award nominated technology that efficiently recovers energy... - April 16, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.
African Utility Week to Feature How the Western Cape’s Largest Electricity Consumer Saved R90 Million in One Year
ArcelorMittal’s steel plant in Saldanha, the single largest electricity consumer in the Western Cape, participated in an Industrial Energy Efficiency Improvement Project that has resulted in an astounding R90 million energy bill savings in one year. The upcoming African Utility Week in Cape... - April 10, 2013 - African Utility Week & POWERGEN Africa
greeNEWit Sponsors 2013 NAA Green Conference
greeNEWit, a local company that helps homeowners and business owners learn and implement best practices for energy efficiency, will sponsor the 2013 NAA Green Conference April 15-17. This conference provides an opportunity for building professionals to meet with vendors who can help them develop more sustainable practices. - April 08, 2013 - greeNEWit
Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), Thailand, Endorses Metering, Billing / CRM and Transmission & Distribution / Smart Grids Asia
ERC, MEA and PEA represented in Keynote Thought Leaders panel. - April 07, 2013 - Metering Asia
Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency (DEDE), Ministry of Energy Thailand, Debuting Report at Clean Power Asia
DEDE presenting and demonstrating "Thailand Renewable Energy Geographic Information System (GIS)." - April 07, 2013 - Clean Power Asia
Green Alternative Systems (GAS) Release New Conversion to Natural Gas Case Studies
Green Alternative Systems (GAS), has just announced the release of new conversion to natural gas case studies to assist with providing their clients with the information that they need to make informed decisions about their CNG conversions. Conversion to natural gas has been rising in popularity as... - April 05, 2013 - Green Alternative Systems