Utilities

NRG Energy Celebrates 15th Annual Week of Volunteerism

January 3, 2023 2:15 PM

HOUSTON, TX / ACCESSWIRE / January 3, 2023 / NRG Energy, Inc.'s (NYSE:NRG) fifteenth annual positiveNRG week brought nearly 900 NRG employees across 13 states and provinces together for the organization's week of employee volunteerism. Between November 7-11, the NRG family donated over 3,000 hours to help alleviate the impacts of food insecurity in their communities, packing and preparing over 100,000 pounds of food as well as sorting over...

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Strength in Ceremony

January 3, 2023 10:15 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 3, 2023 / Suncor Energy: Not that long ago, Veronica Big Plume (Sweetgrass Woman), donned a cap and gown and walked across a stage during a graduation ceremony at Mount Royal University. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in sociology from the school but has also been an initiated member of both the Medicine Pipe Society and Beaver Pipe Society through the Siksika (see-seega) community since 2014. She and her...

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NRG Energy 2021 Sustainability Report: Greenhouse Gas Emissions

January 3, 2023 10:10 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 3, 2023 / NRG Energy Greenhouse Gas Emissions We have long recognized the urgency of climate change and have worked to harness market-driven solutions to help address the challenge. We also believe in providing transparency on our approach to managing climate-related impacts across our business and operations. Our goals NRG is targeting a 50% reduction in GHG emissions by 2025, from our current 2014...

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Binary Unit Commences Operations

January 3, 2023 9:35 AM

TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / January 3, 2023 / Polaris Renewable Energy Inc. (TSX:PIF) ("Polaris" or the "Company"), a Toronto-based company engaged in the operation, acquisition and development of renewable energy projects in Latin America, is pleased to announce that it has completed construction, testing and initial operation of a 10.4 MW (net) geothermal binary power plant (Organic Rankine Cycle) at the San Jacinto Geothermal Project in...

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EPA and Tribal Members Join Marathon Petroleum in Safeguarding the Environment

December 30, 2022 9:17 AM

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency oversaw a regional, full-scale oil spill drill it conducts every four years that assessed the combined response capabilities of Marathon Petroleum and several multi-agency partners. The exercise at Marathon's Mandan, North Dakota, refinery involved 125 participants, including members of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and the Three Affiliated Tribes. The two-day drill focused on a scenario in which oil...

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Pure Cycle Corporation Announces Dates for Q1-2023 Earnings Call

December 29, 2022 4:00 PM

DENVER, CO / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2022 / Pure Cycle Corporation (NASDAQ:PCYO) announced that it will release its three months ended November 30, 2022 financial results on Monday, January 9, 2023, and hold a conference call on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, to discuss the results. Details for the call are presented below. Q1-2023 EARNINGS CALL When: 8:30AM Eastern (6:30AM Mountain) on January 10, 2023 Call in number: 888-506-0062 (access code:...

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How Entrepreneurial Ideas Can Provide Value for Suncor

December 29, 2022 12:20 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2022 / Suncor Energy Chris Fitzgerald has always loved to solve problems. Ever since he started with Petro‑Canada over 15 years ago, he has worked all over Suncor with one common theme-taking complex problems and finding solutions that work for employees, leaders and the business. Chris, who is currently a development manager focused on optimization for Business and Operations Services at Suncor, and...

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It's Always a Good Time To Save

December 29, 2022 11:55 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2022 / Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) We can all make decisions every day that can reduce energy use and increase sustainability. Here are the five simple measures you can take to save energy this month and all year long. 1. Install LEDs. Replace incandescent bulbs in your home with high-efficiency LEDs. LEDs use 80% less energy than conventional bulbs and last much longer. Remember to turn off...

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J. Wayne Leonard Prosperity Center Reopens After Sustaining Damage From Hurricane Ida

December 28, 2022 2:00 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 28, 2022 / Entergy Corporation The United Way of Southeast Louisiana reopened the J. Wayne Leonard Prosperity Center at 2402 Canal Street in New Orleans, one block away from its original location, after the building sustained significant water damage during Hurricane Ida and left staff to provide appointment-only services. Wayne Leonard, former chairman and chief executive officer of Entergy, is recognized...

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SCE's Kernville Star Lights the Way During the Holidays

December 28, 2022 10:50 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 28, 2022 / Edison International By Gabriela Ornelas ENERGIZED by Edison Writer Few things are more symbolic of the holidays than the smell of fresh pine trees, the sounds of bells jingling or elaborate displays of colored string lights. For nearly half a century, however, the mountain community of Kernville has had its own unique guiding light to kick off the season. "I can't remember a time during my...

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'Safety, Quality and Efficiency': Supplier Diversity Far More Than Tokenism

December 28, 2022 10:45 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 28, 2022 / As Saige Pilgrim likes to say of her company: "We've been woman-owned since before it was cool." As a fifth-generation pipeliner and third-generation leader of New Hebron, Mississippi-based Pilgrim Construction, Saige believes diversity shouldn't be a token checking of the box-safety and a stellar track record are primary drivers to securing contracts for the company's pipeline integrity...

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USLG Cortes Campers 17-ft Metallic Silver Fiberglass RV Travel Trailer on Display at the Ohio RV Supershow 2023

December 28, 2022 8:00 AM

EUCLID, OH / ACCESSWIRE / December 28, 2022 / US Lighting Group, Inc. (OTC PINK:USLG) today announced Cortes Campers 17-ft metallic silver flake RV travel trailer will be featured at the Ohio RV Supershow 2023 at Cleveland's International Exposition (IX) Center. Cortes Campers is a Cleveland-based company that produces 100% molded fiberglass campers at its manufacturing facility in Euclid, Ohio. "Cortes Campers is delighted to have its new...

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NRG Energy 2021 Sustainability Report: Investing in Our People

December 27, 2022 10:10 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 27, 2022 / NRG Energy Investing in our people We recognize that we must live our values to serve our customers and communities - and one of NRG's Power Values is Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. NRG's safe and supportive environment elevates every employee's unique background and voice. Here, we engage different perspectives to solve complex challenges - together. Acquiring and retaining top talent is a...

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Opinion: Treated Mine Water Release Essential to Oilsands Reclamation

December 22, 2022 10:20 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 22, 2022 / Current global unrest and ongoing impacts from the pandemic have brought the security of supply of energy and resource products into sharp focus, not just for Canadians but our allies around the world. This priority was reinforced at the highest political levels with Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland saying in a recent speech that "Canada must - and will - show similar generosity in...

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Entergy Nuclear Volunteers Ensure No Child Goes Hungry at the Holidays

December 22, 2022 10:05 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 22, 2022 / The Entergy Nuclear headquarters team has partnered with its adopted school, North Jackson Elementary School, this holiday season to fight childhood hunger. Entergy employees donated hundreds of cans of food and other non-perishable items, which will be provided to parents and their children to ensure proper nutrition during the holiday break. According to the Mississippi Food Network, one in...

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From Butterflies to Bees, Pollinator-friendly Habitat Creates Buzz

December 21, 2022 3:00 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 21, 2022 / Marathon Petroleum Corporation Marathon Pipe Line (MPL) finds success in the creation of pollinator-friendly habitats at its sites, including one in Lima, Ohio, which is home to 30-plus acres of habitable land for area wildlife. The project at the Lima Area Pollinator Habitat started in the spring of 2021 and in two short years has seen tremendous growth. Habitats like these are part of the...

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Advanced Technology for Advanced Search and Rescue Operations

December 21, 2022 1:00 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 21, 2022 / Enbridge Drones-they're not just for nature videographers anymore. St. Paul Search & Rescue (SAR) is a local group of SAR Alberta, which is the province's association for volunteer search and rescue within the province. The fully volunteer-powered organization is part of several provincial SAR teams that provide a superior and dedicated level of service to the people of Alberta. "Our goal is to...

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PSEG Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index for 15th Consecutive Year and to Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2023 List

December 21, 2022 10:30 AM

NEWARK, NJ / ACCESSWIRE / December 21, 2022 / Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) has been named to both the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) and Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2023 list. These prestigious recognitions further demonstrate PSEG's ongoing commitment to sustainable and ethical practices and action across environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria. "At PSEG, we know that smart investments in...

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Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions Enters Mississippi With Acquisition of 100-Mw Wildflower Solar From Clearway Energy Group

December 21, 2022 8:15 AM

Toyota North America has signed a 15-year purchase agreement for the solar energy produced by the project CHARLOTTE, NC / ACCESSWIRE / December 1, 2022 / Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions is expanding its solar energy portfolio by acquiring the 100-megawatt (MW) Wildflower Solar project from Clearway Energy Group. The solar project will generate enough energy to power approximately 21,000 homes. Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions* is a...

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PSE&G Receives Top Honor for Electric Vehicle Charging Program

December 20, 2022 4:15 PM

NEWARK, NJ / ACCESSWIRE / December 20, 2022 / Public Service Electric and Gas Company, New Jersey's largest utility with 2.3 million electric customers and 1.9 million gas customers, received the prestigious 2022 Drive Electric Award - Utility Award from Plug In America for its Clean Energy Future - Electric Vehicle Program. PSE&G received this national honor for its leadership in support of advancing EV infrastructure in the state. PSE&G has...

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