Utilities

The Un-Waste Economy: Extending the Planet's Life Expectancy One Product at a Time

June 26, 2024 9:45 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 26, 2024 / In a previous article, I wrote about circularity and the importance of companies acknowledging the life cycle of their products. But I didn't touch on EPR, Extended Producer Responsibility, by which producers of products are given the responsibility financially and, in some cases, physically for the disposal of their post-consumer products - including packaging, which is one of the most significant...

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Meet the Team Connecting Clean Energy to the Grid

June 26, 2024 9:05 AM

The renewable energy evolution requires feats of logistics and continuous learning. These engineers bring innovation and creativity to move the industry forward. By Jen McGivney, illumination Contributor NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 26, 2024 / For more than a century, energy flowed in one direction; wires went up, electricity went out, customers were served. That's changing, quickly. Now, multiple sources of renewable energy - like solar...

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Atlantic City Electric Celebrates Infrastructure Week

June 25, 2024 8:45 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 25, 2024 / As we celebrate Infrastructure Week, we want to highlight our Beach Haven Battery Storage Project. This initiative, located at our decommissioned substation in Beach Haven, NJ, represents our commitment to a smarter, stronger, and cleaner energy grid for South Jersey. By installing a state-of-the-art battery storage system, we aim to enhance energy service reliability for Beach Haven and Long Beach...

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Baker Hughes Foundation Contributes $100,000 To Support Urban Regeneration in Italy

June 25, 2024 7:15 AM

FLORENCE, ITALY / ACCESSWIRE / June 25, 2024 / The Baker Hughes Foundation announced Tuesday a $100,000 grant to Angeli del Bello Foundation in support of urban regeneration and social inclusion in Italy. Angeli del Bello Foundation's key mission is to improve cities across the country, which involves promoting the rediscovery of civic sense, educating and inspiring future generations. The grant to Angeli del Bello Foundation will support the...

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Junior Achievement Accelerates Outreach to Indigenous Students in New Mexico

June 24, 2024 1:15 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 24, 2024 / The magnitude of the work done in schools by Junior Achievement (JA) of New Mexico can be seen in this note from a student: "Thank you for your help with what I want to be when I grow up. I also want to thank you for giving me more confidence to graduate high school." This student took part in the recent ‘JA in a Day' event at Tres Volcanes Community Collaborative School (TVCCS) in Albuquerque. It...

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Shedding Some Light on Fox Squirrel Solar in Ohio

June 24, 2024 1:00 PM

Amazon to purchase full generation capacity of solar energy project unveiled by Enbridge and EDF Renewables NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 24, 2024 / Time for some fun as we harness the Ohio sun. Enbridge, project partner EDF Renewables in North America and guests are celebrating today in Madison County, Ohio, with a ribbon cutting ceremony for the recently completed first phase of Fox Squirrel Solar. It's one of the largest utility-scale...

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Home Run for Weather Safety: Weather Day at Nationals Park

June 24, 2024 11:45 AM

Originally published by Pepco Pepco recently sponsored more than 100 students from Hendley Elementary School to attend Weather Day at Nationals Park. The event presented by NBC-4 and Telemundo-44 meteorologists teaches kids about the weather and safety! With summer storm season here, Pepco reminds kids "to be prepared and not scared"! The Weather Day event at Nationals Park helped to explain how kids can prepare safely and fun for severe...

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Coastal Conservation Association Florida, Duke Energy and Others Continue Indian River Lagoon Billion Clam Initiative

June 24, 2024 8:45 AM

(Coastal Conservation Association Florida issued the following news release on June 5, 2024.) The team deployed 2 million clams in the IRL using state-of-the-art drone for precise distribution EDGEWATER, FL / ACCESSWIRE / June 24, 2024 / Coastal Conservation Association Florida (CCA Florida), the state's leading organization dedicated to marine fisheries conservation, education and advocacy, joined Duke Energy, Capt. Blair Wiggins of Indian...

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374Water Announces the Election of its Board of Directors

June 24, 2024 8:00 AM

374Water Inc. (Nasdaq:SCWO), a global leader in waste destruction technologies for the municipal, federal and industrial markets, announces that its stockholders overwhelmingly voted to elect all seven of 374Water's Board of Director nominees at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, including: Richard H. Davis: Former CEO of PowerVerde; previously served in senior investment banking roles where he focused on equity financings and mergers and...

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Principal Solar’s Royalty Agreement Partner eTruck to Deploy Hybrid-Converted Semis by End of 2024

June 24, 2024 8:00 AM

Principal Solar, Inc. (OTC Pink:PSWW) ("Principal" or "the Company"), a strategic investor in and acquirer of technologies that support next-generation opportunities in traditional, renewable, and clean energy sectors as well as an investor in and operator of undervalued petroleum-producing properties, today announced that its Royalty Agreement Partner, eTruck Transportation, expects to begin producing powertrains that turn Class 8 diesel trucks...

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Duke Energy Supports First Responders With $500,000 in Grants for Emergency Preparedness in South Carolina

June 21, 2024 8:15 AM

GREENVILLE, S.C. / ACCESSWIRE / June 21, 2024 / Duke Energy: Funding will support 33 nonprofits and government agencies Grants will pay for training, life-saving equipment and new technology to aid in disaster planning and recovery operations GREENVILLE, S.C., June 21, 2024 /3BL/ - As hurricane season begins, emergency managers and first responders turn their eyes to the tropics as they continue to prepare their communities for the possibility...

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Polaris Renewable Energy Announces Results of Director Elections at Annual and Special Meeting

June 20, 2024 6:05 PM

Polaris Renewable Energy Inc. (TSX:PIF) ("Polaris" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce that all six director nominees proposed by management were elected as directors of the Company at its annual and special meeting of shareholders held via live video webcast today. Each director will hold office until the close of the next annual meeting of the Company's shareholders or until their successors are duly elected or appointed. The following...

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Enbridge Board on Balancing Climate Goals and Shareholder Value

June 20, 2024 2:15 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 20, 2024 / Enbridge Originally published in Enbridge's 2023 Sustainability Report Q (Pete): While the practical necessity of a balanced approach to energy, environmental and economic policies has been reinforced in recent years, so too has the urgency of addressing our global climate challenge. How does the Board think about navigating this terrain, advancing resilient solutions and preserving shareholder...

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M2i Global, Inc. Engages New York-Based EAS Advisors LLC as Global Corporate Advisor

June 20, 2024 8:30 AM

RENO, NV / ACCESSWIRE / June 20, 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 for the U.S. government and U.S. free trade partners, is pleased to announce the appointment of New York-based EAS Advisors LLC ("EAS") as its global corporate advisor, primarily to assist M2i with the expansion and...

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Duke Energy Foundation To Award $700,000 in Natural Disaster Preparedness Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits: Application Now Open

June 19, 2024 9:15 AM

CHARLOTTE, NC / ACCESSWIRE / June 19, 2024 / The Duke Energy Foundation is accepting grant applications to award $700,000 in total funding to help North Carolina communities increase their resiliency against major weather events and other natural disasters. The application process is open now through July 12. "We're proud to partner with emergency management teams, first responders and nonprofits to strengthen local communities in a way that...

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Watch: National Leadership Conference for Young Women Returns to Robinson, Illinois

June 18, 2024 2:30 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 18, 2024 / Marathon Petroleum Corporation The live event series, Young Women LEAD (YWL), returned to Robinson, Illinois, for a third year in a row this March. The national live event series, which aims to create life-changing experiences for high school girls across the country, first came to Robinson in 2022. Marathon Petroleum's refinery in Robinson not only supports the popular event as a sponsor, but...

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Welding Students' Career Arcs Get a Boost at 'Kish'

June 18, 2024 1:45 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 18, 2024 / Enbridge: Enbridge scholarships, equipment donations, employee visits help Kishwaukee College welding students finish school, create the life they want A single mother of five children dreamed of a better future for herself and her family. She knew the way forward-finish her college program. But to get there, to cross the stage and receive her diploma, she needed financial support. And she needed...

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Asplundh Acquires Chevron Group in New Zealand

June 18, 2024 10:30 AM

WILLOW GROVE, PA / ACCESSWIRE / June 18, 2024 / Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is pleased to announce that it has acquired the Chevron Group (Chevron Traffic Services and Chevtrain), a privately held provider of traffic management, planning and training services to the utility, construction, government and event sectors across Greater Auckland in New Zealand. Headquartered in Mount Wellington, New Zealand, the Chevron Group provides safe and reliable...

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Domino's: A Recipe for Sustainability

June 18, 2024 10:00 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 18, 2024 / In a delicious display of environmental consciousness, Domino's has partnered with Vanguard Renewables to tackle the growing issue of food waste. This collaboration has diverted 243.75 tons of inedible food waste from overflowing landfills. To put 243.75 tons of food waste into perspective, that is an estimated emissions reduction of 156 Tons of C02e in 2023 alone. The secret weapon in this...

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NRG’s Cycling Team Celebrates 20 Years of Pedaling With Purpose

June 18, 2024 9:45 AM

Originally published on NRG Energy Insights By NRG Editorial Voices NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 18, 2024 / In cycling, there's a section of the pedal stroke from 12 o'clock to 6 o'clock known as the power phase. It's the period when a cyclist produces the highest amount of muscular power in order to propel the bike forward. On the weekend of April 27-28, NRG's cycling team put their pedal strokes to the test and completed a monumental...

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