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Australia Upgrading Water Grid Infrastructure Across States to Improve Water Conservation and Efficiency
Itron hosting aaaaa'Intelligent Water Networksaaaaaa' workshop at Smart Utilities Australia & New Zealand - October 07, 2012 - Smart Utilities Australia & New Zealand
Metromedia Energy Unveils Progressive Branding Initiative
Since 1995, Metromedia Energy has been a steadfast energy partner and portfolio manager for commercial, industrial and municipal clients. Their legacy of growth has impacted thousands of U.S. companies and multi-site facilities. As an independent energy marketer, they work on their clients’ behalf to secure competitive energy costs while prioritizing quality service. To learn more, visit www.mmenergy.com. - October 05, 2012 - Metromedia Energy
Liander, Siemens, KPN, TNO and TenneT Join Energy Forces at Metering Europe in Amsterdam in October
Five key stakeholders in the Dutch energy landscape, Liander, Siemens, KPN, TNO and TenneT, are joining forces at this year’s Metering, Billing/CRM Europe with an “Energy Experience” on the exhibition floor which will demonstrate how smart grids are changing industry and... - October 04, 2012 - Metering Billing/CRM Europe
Metering Europe in Amsterdam to Showcase the Dutch Successes of Smart Grid Collaboration
The Netherlands is a glowing example of the power of collaboration and how cumulative efforts yield results far more substantial and far-reaching than what would have been the case had they been undertaken individually. This is according to Aida Mezit, event director of the upcoming, annual... - September 29, 2012 - Metering Billing/CRM Europe
AmertechTowerServices Completes Cooling Tower Rebuild Project for Waste to Energy Plant
AmertechTowerServices, a turnkey cooling tower parts and repair company, was awarded a project to rebuild an eight cell counter flow cooling tower, including replacement of all fill, drift eliminators, and nozzles for a Waste to Energy facility. - September 27, 2012 - AmertechTowerServices, LLC
greeNEWit Joins the Center for Green Schools for the First Annual Green Apple Day of Service
greeNEWit Volunteers to Support the Green Apple Movement: Building Sustainable Schools - September 26, 2012 - greeNEWit
greeNEWit from Columbia, Maryland Honored to be Included in Prestigious Empact Showcase
Founders Jason Jannati, Josh Notes and Matej Harangozo Among the Largest Showcase of Top Companies Started by Young Entrepreneurs in the United States - September 20, 2012 - greeNEWit
High-Level Deutsche Telekom Presence Again at Metering Europe in Amsterdam in October
Information technology and processing will play a decisive role in tomorrow's energy industry says Gabriele Riedmann de Trinidad, head of the Group business area Energy at Deutsche Telekom. She once again heads up a high-level delegation to the annual Metering, Billing/CRM Europe which takes place... - September 15, 2012 - Metering Billing/CRM Europe
U.S. Gas & Electric Featured on the Inc. 500|5000 as One of the Nation’s Fastest Growing Private Companies
U.S. Gas & Electric, its subsidiaries and family of companies (“USG&E”), a provider of natural gas and electricity to commercial and residential customers in a growing number of states, has been featured in Inc. magazine’s sixth annual Inc. 500|5000 business list, an... - September 02, 2012 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Conservice Recognized Locally and Nationally for Major Growth
Conservice lands on the Inc 5000 and Utah Fast 50 again in 2012. - September 01, 2012 - Conservice Utility Management and Billing
Cape Showcases Its Green Credentials at Clean Power Africa in Next Week
The City of Cape Town will welcome some 600 local and international renewable energy experts at the upcoming Clean Power Africa conference and exhibition in Cape Town from 4-5 September, to focus on new opportunities in the hydropower and solar energy industries. South Africa’s Energy... - August 29, 2012 - Clean Power Africa
Are Asian Utilities Ready for Smart Grid? Malaysia Taking the Lead in Smart Grid Investments and Developments
Transitioning to smart grids is an enormous undertaking for any organisation. How is Asia progressing with developing a roadmap to ensure that its network is fully automated? What do they have in place to overcome the challenges, control costs and deliver on the required plans? The 7th Transmission & Distribution / Smart Grids Asia, to be held in Kuala Lumpur in September, will tackle the various aspects of (smart) grid planning and management, targeting the Asian market. - August 29, 2012 - Transmission & Distribution / Smart Grids Asia
New CEO/President of Malaysian Utility Giant TNB Confirmed for Transmission & Distribution / Smart Grids Asia 2012
The new CEO of Malaysia’s largest utility provider has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for this year’s Transmission & Distribution/ Smart Grids Asia to be held in Kuala Lumpur in September. Dato Azman Mohd, the newly instated CEO and President of Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Malaysia, will deliver his first keynote address at this year’s event. - August 24, 2012 - Transmission & Distribution / Smart Grids Asia
Smart Grids Land in Malaysia Demand Sees Increases in Energy Consumption Over the Next Five Years
Within Asia, Malaysia is starting to take the lead in Smart Grid investments and developments, states Nadine Zrinzo, the Programme Manager of Transmission & Distribution / Smart Grids Asia 2012. Taking place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 18-19 September, this 7th edition of the conference and exhibition will gather leading Asian utilities, regulators and ministries as well as service providers to discuss the latest transmission, distribution and smart grid developments in the region. - August 24, 2012 - Transmission & Distribution / Smart Grids Asia
Australian Energy Sector at Forefront of Modernisation Utilities Worldwide at a Strategic Crossroad: Highlighting the Need for 21st Century Smart Grid
Australia, having set an ambitious national target of renewable sources supplying 20% of its electricity by 2020, is at the forefront of modernisation. The utility industry must modernise: but how to do so is not entirely clear. The 10th Annual Smart Utilities Australia & New Zealand is the region’s largest conference and exhibition gathering electricity retailers, distributors and water utilities from throughout the region in Melbourne from 20-22 November to discuss these challenges. - August 24, 2012 - Smart Utilities Australia & New Zealand
New Sensus Demand Response Offering to be Enabled by OATI WebDistribute
Comprehensive Demand Response capabilities with direct load control over wireless FlexNet advanced utility network - August 03, 2012 - Sensus
Sensus Expands Into Emerging Latin American Smart Grid Market with Equity Stake in Brazil’s CAS Tecnologia
Strategic investment in country’s top smart grid vendor opens dynamic growth opportunity for Sensus electric and water infrastructure offerings. - August 01, 2012 - Sensus
Progress in Smart Grids in Europe Despite Industry and Economic Obstacles Discussed at T&D/Smart Grids at Metering Europe
The smart grids industry continues its upward trajectory despite economic crises reverberating throughout Europe, says Aida Mezit, project director of the upcoming Transmission & Distribution/Smart Grids Europe conference and expo in Amsterdam. It forms part of the annual Metering, Billing/CRM... - August 01, 2012 - Metering Billing/CRM Europe
YouSaveOnElectric.com, the Goes Energy Management System (GEMS) Unveils How to Reduce Your Electric Bill up to 57 Percent Without Changing Your Electric Company
GOES Energy Management Systems (GEMS) are leading the market by reducing energy consumption in homes across the globe. GEMS are specifically designed to lower your electric bill while reducing your carbon footprint. GEMS offer the latest technology and are manufactured specifically for GOES. You will find everything you need to know about reducing your energy bill to starting your own GOES distributorship as you view their website! - July 26, 2012 - You Save On Electric
Siemens to Unveil Its End-to-End Smart Grid Portfolio at Metering Europe in October
Siemens Smart Grid has announced its lead sponsorship for the annual Metering, Billing/CRM Europe, co-joined with Transmission & Distribution/Smart Grids Europe and Smart Homes which is taking place from 9-11 October in Amsterdam. In what Siemens’ CEO Dr Jan Michael Mrosik describes as... - July 26, 2012 - Metering Billing/CRM Europe
U.S. Gas & Electric Reaches 200,000 Customers
U.S. Gas & Electric has successfully reached 200,000 customers. This increase doubles the organization’s customer base since last year. - July 21, 2012 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Concho Valley Electric Co-op Modernizes Grid with Sensus FlexNet Utility Network
Upgraded infrastructure will lay foundation for dynamic pricing and DA applications. - July 20, 2012 - Sensus
San Bernard Electric Relies on Sensus Technology for Service Excellence
Texas cooperative to deploy FlexNet smart utility network and 24,000 meters - June 30, 2012 - Sensus
Metering Europe Returns to Amsterdam in October as Utility Industry Faces Unprecedented Challenges
Some 6500 utility professionals will gather in Amsterdam in October for the annual Metering, Billing/CRM Europe at what has become the largest industry conference and exhibition on the continent. “The traditional, centralised energy sector is experiencing a seismic shift in the way... - June 24, 2012 - Metering Billing/CRM Europe
PlugThingsIn.com Helps Buyers Get Plugged Into Services & Utilities for Their Home & Office
Plug Things In is an new informational portal that helps people find and hook up to different connections for their home. The site has started with internet services, providers and connections, but plan to soon expand into other areas including home security, TV, phone, mobile and moving. - June 23, 2012 - Plugthingsin.com
Redding City Council Votes to Expand Ice Energy’s Thermal Storage Program
Redding Council Vote Approves 6 MW Deal with Multi-tiered Economic Upswing. - June 23, 2012 - Ice Energy
Metering Latin America Gathers Industry in August as Brazil Prepares for Massive Smart Meter Roll-Out
Metering Latin America will gather more than 1500 smart meter and smart grid experts in São Paulo in August as Brazil prepares to upgrade 65-million meters to the tune of 36-billion dollars in smart meter and smart grid technology. Says Metering Latin America’s Conference Content... - June 21, 2012 - Metering Latin America
greeNEWit Named Green Company of the Year by Howard Technology Council
greeNEWit, an organization founded to help society build more sustainable communities and better economies through energy efficiency, is being honored for their innovation, strong managerial skills and community involvement. - June 13, 2012 - greeNEWit
Unitil Corp. Looks Beyond the Forest, Implements GeoDigital’s Vegetation Management Solution
New England-based utility to boost reliability, regulatory compliance with mobile vegetation maintenance software. - June 12, 2012 - GeoDigital
Sensus Defines FlexNet Next Generation Utility Communication Network
Utilities can move more data at faster speeds from disparate devices on an IP-enabled network. - June 08, 2012 - Sensus
TransAct Energy Launches Energy from Waste Strategy
After more than a year developing funding programs, finding the right team and the right technology to execute TransAct's strategy for emissions free “energy from waste,” TransAct is launching its business. TransAct Energy's version of sustainable energy is one that fits into the... - June 06, 2012 - TransAct Energy Corp.
UPA Selected to Provide Installation Support Services for North America’s Largest Natural Gas AMI Deployment
Utility Partners of America (UPA), a leading utility solutions provider, has been selected by Aclara®, part of the Utility Solutions Group of ESCO Technologies Inc. (NYSE: ESE), to provide installation support services (ISS) for Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas), the nation’s largest... - June 05, 2012 - Utility Partners of America, LLC
PowerCom Introduces Under-Frequency Electricity Meters for Distribution Networks. New Demand Response/Load Management Smart Meter Used for Peak Shaving and Peak Leveling.
Powercom announced the new under-frequency meter used for Electricity Distribution Grid at the African Utility Week (Johannesburg, South Africa). - May 26, 2012 - Powercom
Upstream Works to Exhibit at Call Center Week 2012 in Las Vegas
Upstream Works Features Multichannel Agent Desktop and Analytics - May 24, 2012 - Upstream Works Software Ltd
Citizens Choice Energy Launches “Green ChoiceTM” Electric Supply – a Program Designed for Environmentally Conscious Consumers
Citizens Choice Energy makes “Green Choice™”, a 100% Green Electric Supply option, available to all existing and prospective customers. Citizens Choice Energy launched the program in Upstate New York to expand the suite of choices available to environmentally conscious... - May 19, 2012 - Citizens Choice Energy
AFREC, Mid-Atlantic Energy Council, Hosts Sustainability Summit May 31, 2012 Hershey, PA
Join the nation’s most forward thinking companies participating in an interactive forum to understand the impact of sustainability on companies and improve business practices. Discussion and presentations include the wide spectrum of sustainability from IT, water, smart grid to Change Management. Leading companies will address the delicate balance of achieving sustainability while preserving profitability. - May 17, 2012 - AFREC Sustainability Leadership Council
Resident Power Explains Electricity Competition at New Hampshire Busienss & Industry Association Meeting
August “Gus” Fromuth of Resident Power (resident power.com) recently made a special presentation to the New Hampshire Business and Industry Association on electricity choice and small business. Saving money through electricity supply choice for all small businesses is a new concept in the state. - May 16, 2012 - Resident Power
New Hampshire's Resident Power Doubles Electricity Savings Guarantee
PSNH customers tired of constantly-changing charges on their electricity bills can now see relief. Manchester, NH-based Resident Power has announced it is doubling its guaranteed savings to new customers. - May 13, 2012 - Resident Power
Wright-Hennepin Electric Wins GeoDigital Solutions’ 2012 Innovation Award
Minn. co-op speeds outage management response with WorkStudio mobile platform - May 10, 2012 - GeoDigital
Large Thai Government Presence at Clean Power Asia in Bali
A large Thai delegation will attend the annual Clean Power Asia in Bali from 14-16 May which will feature some exciting updates on the region’s progress in adopting solar and other renewable and cleaner energy technology. Says Clean Power Asia’s conference manager, Daria la Valle:... - May 09, 2012 - Clean Power Asia
Texas Electricity Company, Bounce Energy, Announces HVAC Pre-Summer Special
Texas electricity company, Bounce Energy, is offering a summer special on home warranty to protect customers from the impending Texas heat. - May 04, 2012 - Bounce Energy
Clean Power Asia to Share Cleaner and Renewable Energy Success Stories and Case Studies
The upcoming Clean Power Asia conference and exhibition, taking place in Bali, Indonesia from 14-16 May, is to provide some exciting updates on the region’s progress in adopting solar and other renewable and cleaner energy technology. Clean Power Asia will gather some 600 leading Asian... - April 28, 2012 - Clean Power Asia
Sensus Gains Exclusive U.S. License for Innovative Consumer Energy Management Technology from Navetas
Non-intrusive load monitoring technology helps utility customers manage consumption of energy. - April 06, 2012 - Sensus
Sensus and Harris Computer Systems Collaborate to Offer Comprehensive Suite of Utility Enterprise Software
Fully integrated utility applications offer cost-effective, advanced functionality with system reliability for small to mid-sized utilities. - March 22, 2012 - Sensus
Tokyo Electron to Discuss How Solar Energy is Able to Compete with Traditional Energy at Clean Power Asia
The solar industry has come far within the last few years and is now able to compete with traditional sources of energy in Indonesia and the Philippines says Sean Nakatani, Senior Manager in the solar department of the global technology giant Tokyo Electron Limited (TEL). The TEL executive is a... - March 21, 2012 - Clean Power Asia
Upstream Works Releases Contact Center Agent Desktop Version 3.0
New Features Continue to Improve Contact Center Agent Productivity - March 08, 2012 - Upstream Works Software Ltd
Indonesia Hosts Clean Power Asia as Region Embraces Cleaner and Renewable Energy
Asian countries are overtaking developed ones in terms of spending on renewable and cleaner fossil power projects says Daria La Valle, the conference manager of Clean Power Asia. This is clearly illustrated by the 27 case studies of recent and upcoming clean power projects in the Asian region which... - March 03, 2012 - Clean Power Asia
Filter Press Manufacturer Diemme Filtration Acquired by Passavant-Geiger
Passavant-Geiger, leader in environmental technology and wastewater treatment, part of the Bilfinger Berger Facility Services Group, acquired a majority stake in Diemme Filtration, a company specialized in filter press manufacturing and sludge dewatering technologies. - March 02, 2012 - Diemme Filtration
Powercom Launches WAMBO - Next Generation End to End Smart Water Metering Solution, with Advanced Functionality Helping Water Utilities to Unlock Full Smart Grid Benefits
The smart grid water platform provides utilities with a clear, low risk route to realize all the benefits of upgrading to a smart grid system. - February 29, 2012 - Powercom
SZ Energy Intelligence LNG Topic2: Challenges of LNG Fuel to Chinese Shipping Side in 2012
China should do more creation and innovation for ship building and modernization to optimize the layout of gas supply systems and more research for Nordic market demand to do purchasing cost check for the coming of gas' golden time. - February 27, 2012 - SZ Energy Intelligence Co., Ltd.