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Doig River First Nation and Enbridge Answer the Question: What’s in a Name?
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Doig River First Nation and Enbridge Answer the Question: What’s in a Name?

September 23, 2024 3:05 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 23, 2024 / The steady, rhythmic beating of drums echoed far and wide Tuesday as about 75 people gathered within the Doig River First Nation community center. The Doig River Drummers, a group deeply respected for their role as cultural guardians, ushered in a historic occasion-the naming of one of Enbridge's proposed compressor stations on its BC natural gas system to "Wǫchiigii." Wǫchiigii, pronounced...

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Arizona Electric Power Cooperative Secures $485 Million USDA Grant
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Arizona Electric Power Cooperative Secures $485 Million USDA Grant

September 20, 2024 1:30 PM

Arizona Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. (AEPCO) has been selected to receive $485 million in grant money through the US Departments of Agriculture's (USDA) New Empowering Rural America (ERA) Program. MARANA, AZ / ACCESSWIRE / September 20, 2024 / Arizona Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. (AEPCO) has been selected to receive $485 million in grant money through the US Departments of Agriculture's (USDA) New Empowering Rural America (ERA) Program....

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Entergy Provides $150,000 in Disaster Relief To Support Communities Impacted by Hurricane Francine
UtilitiesEnvironmental, Social and Governance

Entergy Provides $150,000 in Disaster Relief To Support Communities Impacted by Hurricane Francine

September 20, 2024 12:15 PM

Through key partnerships, Entergy's support ahead of the storm enabled teams to provide safe shelter, warm meals and relief supplies to people in need NEW ORLEANS, LA / ACCESSWIRE / September 20, 2024 / Entergy's proactive disaster relief efforts have provided $150,000 in crucial funding to support communities affected by Hurricane Francine. By partnering with the American Red Cross and United Way of Southeast Louisiana ahead of the storm,...

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NRG Energy Celebrates 17th Annual Volunteer Week with One Million Meals
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NRG Energy Celebrates 17th Annual Volunteer Week with One Million Meals

September 20, 2024 11:15 AM

Partnered with nonprofits across the United States and Canada to Combat Food Insecurity HOUSTON, TX / ACCESSWIRE / September 20, 2024 / NRG Energy, Inc.'s (NYSE:NRG) 17th annual positiveNRG Impact Week united thousands of employees in 30 cities and provinces across the United States and Canada to provide one million meals for local nonprofits. From September 16-20, the NRG family worked to combat food insecurity in their communities, packing,...

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How Veolia Manages Waste Streams to Optimize Resources
UtilitiesEnvironmental, Social and Governance

How Veolia Manages Waste Streams to Optimize Resources

September 20, 2024 9:30 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 20, 2024 / Whether you are a municipal government, agency, public or private business, identifying and acting on the opportunities at the intersections of waste, water and energy is how we can drive meaningful change. Through our onsite services and total waste management offerings, we share our expertise at every level of the waste hierarchy - always aiming to help our customers reduce cost and increase...

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Entergy Provides $3M To Help Vulnerable Customers
UtilitiesEnvironmental, Social and Governance

Entergy Provides $3M To Help Vulnerable Customers "Beat the Heat" and Save Money This Summer

September 19, 2024 1:30 PM

Through energy bill assistance and essential resources, Entergy has helped customers in need stay safe during the severe summer heat NEW ORLEANS, LA / ACCESSWIRE / September 19, 2024 / With soaring high temperatures this summer, Entergy donated $3 million to help its low-income customers become more energy efficient and save money on their energy bills. Through Entergy's "Beat the Heat" program, customers received bill payment assistance, fans,...

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Paying a Debt of Gratitude to America’s Veterans
UtilitiesEnvironmental, Social and Governance

Paying a Debt of Gratitude to America’s Veterans

September 19, 2024 12:45 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 19, 2024 / Enbridge VETLIFE's new Battle Buddy app connects Michigan Veterans to support services and benefits, and explores the needs of Tribal Veterans Joshua Parish knows the tragedy that can befall Veterans who don't get the help they need. His cousin, a Vietnam War Veteran, was never able to adjust to life back home. More than 50 years later, he struggles with alcoholism. Parish hopes Battle Buddy, a...

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M2i Global and Next-Gen Energy Technology Execute Collaboration Agreement to Support Critical Minerals for Onshore Battery Manufacturing
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M2i Global and Next-Gen Energy Technology Execute Collaboration Agreement to Support Critical Minerals for Onshore Battery Manufacturing

September 19, 2024 8:30 AM

Next-Gen is Currently Building a Lithium Battery Materials Manufacturing Plant in Australia RENO, NV / ACCESSWIRE / September 19, 2024 / M2i Global, Inc. ("M2i," the "Company," "we," "our" or "us") (OTCQB:MTWO), a company specializing in the development and execution of a complete global value supply chain for critical minerals, is pleased to announce its execution of a collaboration agreement with Next-Gen Energy Technology ("Next-Gen") that...

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Behind the Scenes: Hidden Heroes Supporting Entergy’s Storm Restoration Efforts
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Behind the Scenes: Hidden Heroes Supporting Entergy’s Storm Restoration Efforts

September 18, 2024 4:00 PM

By: David Freese | Senior Communications Specialist NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 18, 2024 / Entergy Corporation Drew Angelloz, Entergy operations coordinator, and Timothy Santos, Entergy distribution dispatch supervisor, and Felton Coleman, Entergy Louisiana distribution control center manager, are pictured in the switch room at the Louisiana Distribution Operations Center in Baton Rouge. Three days after Hurricane Francine made...

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'A Group of Dreamers Determined To Make a Difference
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'A Group of Dreamers Determined To Make a Difference

September 17, 2024 11:40 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 17, 2024 / Enbridge Six-year-old Gabryelle listened to the story with growing sadness. Her friend was recounting a magical weekend spent playing in a treehouse built by his grandfather. But Gabby-wheelchair bound due to cerebral palsy-would never get to enjoy a sanctuary among the leaves. Gabby shared her sorrow with Michelle Hill, Chief Executive Officer of Empower Me Center, a non-profit organization in...

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Grant-Funded Drone Helps Locate Missing South Carolina Man
UtilitiesEnvironmental, Social and Governance

Grant-Funded Drone Helps Locate Missing South Carolina Man

September 17, 2024 9:35 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 17, 2024 / Duke Energy By Ken Garfield | illumination Contributor A missing South Carolina man was reunited with his family thanks to the sharp eyes of a drone soaring above Spartanburg, S.C. Magno Alvarez Ruiz, 68, wandered away from home on July 28, prompting a 911 call that mobilized rescuers to find him. Ruiz has dementia, his family said, and was last seen in a blue shirt and black shorts. Under the...

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Marathon Petroleum Transport Driver Ricky Choate Named National Driver All-Star
UtilitiesEnvironmental, Social and Governance

Marathon Petroleum Transport Driver Ricky Choate Named National Driver All-Star

September 16, 2024 12:15 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 16, 2024 / Marathon Petroleum Corporation Key Points Ricky Choate, a transport driver for Marathon Petroleum, was named a 2024 National Driver All-Star by the National Private Truck Council (NPTC) for demonstrating high performance standards. Choate has been with Marathon Petroleum for 14 years and is recognized as a million-mile driver with no preventable accidents. Choate credits his success to...

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Total Comfort Group Acquires Victor's Air Conditioning Company, Broadening Services and Continuing a Legacy of Quality
UtilitiesMergers and Acquisitions

Total Comfort Group Acquires Victor's Air Conditioning Company, Broadening Services and Continuing a Legacy of Quality

September 16, 2024 9:00 AM

EATONTOWN, NJ / ACCESSWIRE / September 16, 2024 / Total Comfort Group (TCG), a national, full-service provider of commercial HVAC/R, plumbing, and electrical services for multi-site commercial and retail operations, is excited to announce the acquisition of Victor's Air Conditioning Company, Inc. in Central New Jersey. Since 1965, Victor's has been a trusted provider of residential and commercial HVAC/R services to the Middlesex, NJ, community,...

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Cadiz Inc. (NASDAQ:CDZI) Prepares for Major Pipeline Build Amid Rising Water Demand
UtilitiesCompany Update

Cadiz Inc. (NASDAQ:CDZI) Prepares for Major Pipeline Build Amid Rising Water Demand

September 16, 2024 8:30 AM

As climate change and population growth exacerbate water scarcity, the need for innovative and reliable water solutions has never been more critical. Many regions face challenges with diminishing water supplies and groundwater contamination, impacting both health and daily life. Addressing these urgent issues requires advanced infrastructure and treatment technologies to ensure clean, accessible water for all. Cadiz Inc. (NASDAQ:CDZI) is a...

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Fonroche Street Lights Selected for Clark County's Las Vegas Neighborhoods
UtilitiesEnvironmental, Social and Governance

Fonroche Street Lights Selected for Clark County's Las Vegas Neighborhoods

September 16, 2024 7:00 AM

Bright Idea Pays Off: Solar Street Lights Boost Safety and Slash Costs LAS VEGAS, NV / ACCESSWIRE / September 16, 2024 / Though some have called Las Vegas "The City of Light," it is not that for many area residents. Government officials, residents, and businesses were tired of being left in the dark because of wire theft. Looking for solutions, the county's task force connected with Fonroche Lighting America, a Texas-based company with over 270...

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2023 NRG Sustainability Report: Leading the Energy Transition
UtilitiesEnvironmental, Social and Governance

2023 NRG Sustainability Report: Leading the Energy Transition

September 13, 2024 9:30 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 13, 2024 / NRG Energy's 2023 Sustainability Report highlights the company's commitment to facilitating an intentional energy transition and our continued dedication to corporate sustainability, governance, and, most importantly, our customers. The report spotlights key strategies and initiatives that further our sustainability agenda across the organization. Key takeaways include: 58% decrease in GHG...

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Duke Energy Foundation Provides $200,000 in Grants To Bolster Florida’s Vibrant Economy
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Duke Energy Foundation Provides $200,000 in Grants To Bolster Florida’s Vibrant Economy

September 12, 2024 9:28 AM

ST. PETERSBURG, FL / ACCESSWIRE / September 12, 2024 / Duke Energy: Grants will support 15 economic development organizations working to attract businesses to the state The Duke Energy Foundation is investing $200,000 in grants to support 15 economic development organizations working to attract business to the state and bolster Florida's vibrant economy. "Companies often consider establishing, expanding or relocating their operations to Florida...

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M2i Global, Inc. Launched a Global Critical Minerals Ecosystem to Build a Sustainable and Secure Supply Chain
UtilitiesCompany Update

M2i Global, Inc. Launched a Global Critical Minerals Ecosystem to Build a Sustainable and Secure Supply Chain

September 12, 2024 9:00 AM

RENO, NV / ACCESSWIRE / September 12, 2024 / M2i Global, Inc. ("M2i," the "Company," "we," "our" or "us") (OTCQB:MTWO), a company specializing in the development and execution of a complete global value supply chain for critical minerals, announces the establishment of a strategic partnership ecosystem. This ecosystem is vital for supporting U.S. national defense, job creation, and the transition to renewable energy. M2i's ecosystem provides...

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Fraser Mackenzie Accelerator Corp. Announces Closing of First Tranche of Private Placement
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Fraser Mackenzie Accelerator Corp. Announces Closing of First Tranche of Private Placement

September 12, 2024 8:00 AM

Forward Water Technologies Corp. ("FWTC") (TSXV:FWTC) is pleased to announce that, Fraser Mackenzie Accelerator Corp. ("FMAC") today announced that closed the first tranche of its previously announced private placement of subscription receipts of FMAC (the "Subscription Receipts"), consisting of the issuance of an aggregate of 12,292,923 Subscription Receipts at a price of C$0.107 per Subscription Receipt (the "Issue Price") for aggregate gross...

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RENEWables #61: The Power of Sustainability Meets the Magic of Heartfelt Connections at Hallmark
UtilitiesEnvironmental, Social and Governance

RENEWables #61: The Power of Sustainability Meets the Magic of Heartfelt Connections at Hallmark

September 11, 2024 3:40 PM

Celebrating our latest solar collaboration with Hallmark Cards! NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 11, 2024 / Join us on this episode of RENEWables, as we embark on an exciting journey with Kristin Edie, the VP of Enterprise Sustainability at Hallmark. It's a conversation that goes far beyond greeting cards, delving into Hallmark's profound commitment to sustainability and its remarkable achievements. Hallmark has launched a 4-point...

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