Utilities

Driving Change: Discover How NRG is Building a Culture of Learning and Growth

June 5, 2024 9:45 AM

Ask questions, be curious Originally published on NRG Insights By NRG Editorial Voices NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 5, 2024 / Culture in Focus is a series highlighting the people and culture that make us who we are. As we continue to advance, we understand the importance of not only sharing our journey, but also the values that drive us. Through these conversations, we want to pull back the curtain on our vibrant culture to showcase the...

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Pepco's Harvard Substation Upgrade: Improving Reliability and Enhancing Community Well-being

June 5, 2024 9:45 AM

By Rod Wilson NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 5, 2024 / Pepco Pepco | The Source Our Pepco teams recently achieved a significant milestone in the Capital Grid project with the successful upgrade and energization of Pepco's Harvard substation. This work marks a crucial step toward enhancing the reliability of the local energy grid, supporting the growth of renewable energy and enabling more economic development in the region. The Harvard...

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Atlantic City Electric Volunteers Help Save Turtles

June 5, 2024 8:45 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 5, 2024 / Brake for turtles! We worked with the Wetlands Institute to repair fencing along Stone Harbor Boulevard to help keep nesting diamondback terrapins safe from traffic. April's Earth Month and National Volunteer Month provided the perfect timing before nesting begins. Atlantic City Electric Atlantic City Electric is a unit of Exelon (Nasdaq:EXC), a Fortune 250 company and the nation's largest utility...

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GSM Services Approaches 100, Reveals New Brand With an Employee Celebration and a Look to the Future

June 5, 2024 6:00 AM

Be on the lookout for Max … the new 4-legged mascot for GSM Services GASTONIA, NC / ACCESSWIRE / June 5, 2024 / On May 16th, GSM Services, a 300-team-member HVAC company based in North Carolina, unveiled an exciting new logo. According to Steven Long, President/CFO Residential Division, "The new identity represents our growth and vision for the future." He continued, "This change also reflects our commitment to innovation and excellence. GSM is...

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EPEAT and EPEAT Climate+ Expanded To Accelerate Solar Manufacturing Decarbonization

June 4, 2024 9:15 AM

PORTLAND, OR / ACCESSWIRE / June 4, 2024 / Effective immediately, the Global Electronics Council® (GEC) is activating its Ultra-Low Carbon Solar (ULCS) Criteria for the Solar category of the EPEAT® electronics ecolabel, setting the industry's first embodied carbon threshold limits for use globally. EPEAT is the only global ecolabel to tackle the often-overlooked issue of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions during solar module production, enabling...

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Pepco: Investing in Our Communities Through Environmental Sustainability Grants

June 4, 2024 9:15 AM

By Chuck McDade Pepco | The Source NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 4, 2024 / We are powering local communities in ways that go beyond reliable energy service. Through our Sustainable Communities Grant program, facilitated by Sustainable Maryland, we provide local communities with environmental stewardship and resiliency grants each year. Since the program launch in 2020, we have provided $350,000 in grants to municipalities, recreational...

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PelicanCorp Announces TicketAccess, Advanced Ticket Management

June 4, 2024 9:00 AM

Empowering Field Locate Productivity With an Advanced Ticket Management System IRVINE, CA / ACCESSWIRE / June 4, 2024 / PelicanCorp, the leader and only truly global provider to the damage prevention industry, is proud to introduce TicketAccess, a cost-effective and configurable ticket management software solution to streamline utility locate management for the damage prevention industry. TicketAccess allows users to immediately reduce...

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Local and National Leaders Celebrate ‘Momentous’ Opening of Vogtle Units 3 and 4

June 4, 2024 8:15 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 4, 2024 / Southern Company Southern Company Local and national leaders, including Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm, congratulated and celebrated alongside Southern Company, Georgia Power and other partners over several days last week to mark the opening of Units 3 and 4 at the Vogtle Nuclear Plant in Waynesboro, Georgia. The celebrations capped decades of work and...

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Exclusive: Q&A With Vanguard Renewables' Brian Tracey

June 3, 2024 3:00 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 3, 2024 / Vanguard Renewables Originally published on Bioenergy Insight The International Biogas Congress & Expo returns to Brussels on 18-19 June, and will once again bring together world-class speakers and exhibitors. Brian Tracey, director of gas sales at Vanguard Renewables, is amongst them Can you give us an introduction to Vanguard Renewables and the work that you do Vanguard Renewables was founded in...

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Galveston Bay Team Helps Make Dream Come True for First-Time Homeowner

June 3, 2024 2:30 PM

Born and raised in Galveston County, Texas, April Laijas had always dreamed of owning her own home. On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, that dream came true for the single mother of two when she received the keys to her brand-new house in Texas City. "As a single mom watching home prices always going up, I wasn't sure if this day would ever be possible," Laijas said. "I am beyond excited to start making memories with my girls that we will cherish for...

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STEAMing Ahead: 'Our Students Belong in These Careers'

June 3, 2024 1:15 PM

In greater Chicago, Homewood Science Center's day-long event inspires young women to pursue STEAM careers NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 3, 2024 / A hush filled the conference room, as 150 girls directed their excitement and focus to the task at hand: creating their own sugar scrub. They had just learned about the biology of skin and the science of skin care, and now they concentrated on crafting their own product, applying everything they...

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Psychological Safety at Work

June 3, 2024 1:15 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 3, 2024 / It's a common misconception that leaders are solely responsible for fostering a workplace that is safe. The truth is, every employee has the power to contribute to an environment where others feel comfortable being themselves, sharing ideas and expressing concerns. This collective effort is the cornerstone of psychological safety. This Mental Health Awareness month, Southern Company's SOPOD Network...

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The Mylar Menace: Foil Balloons and Their Impact on Power Lines

June 3, 2024 10:15 AM

By Chuck McDade NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 3, 2024 / Pepco Pepco | The Source There are many hazards that can affect power lines and cause outages. Some are obvious, such as lightning and broken tree branches, but there is another menace that may surprise you. Mylar balloons, while often shiny and bright, can wreak havoc on the electric grid. These floating foil balloons have a metallic coated shell and when they contact an electric...

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Path to Workforce Re-Entry Creates a 'Win-Win-Win'

May 30, 2024 2:30 PM

Enbridge pilot program helps enable gradual return to work following a prolonged career pause NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 30, 2024 / Re-entering the workforce after an extended absence can often be difficult. The longer you're out, the more challenging it can be to get back in. "It was just after COVID and I was applying for jobs in the petroleum quality field, where I had come from," says Darcey Kateryniuk, a senior analyst in Enbridge's...

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Celebrating AAPI Month: Advancing Leadership Through Innovation

May 30, 2024 12:45 PM

Southern Company NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 30, 2024 / We're celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and the groundbreaking innovations and transformative leadership of the AAPI community. Watch State & Local Affairs Policy Manager, Yvonne Murray; National Carbon Capture Center Project Manager, Charles R. Daniel; Energy End Use R&D Manager, Pradeep Vitta; and Data Analytics Manager, Joyce Solomon, talk about their...

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Wild Energy and Campspot Announce New Integration for Enhancing Campground Energy Metering Capabilities

May 30, 2024 12:00 PM

SARASOTA, FL / ACCESSWIRE / May 30, 2024 / Wild Energy, a leading provider of advanced electric and water sub-metering solutions, and Campspot, the leading software provider and online marketplace for RV resorts, campgrounds, cabins, glamping options, and more, announce their new integration aimed at enhancing energy metering solutions for the outdoor recreation industry. Wild Energy and Campspot The integration aims to improve the overall guest...

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Entergy Tribal Scholarship Empowers American Indian Students Through Higher Education

May 30, 2024 11:30 AM

BY: CRISTINA DEL CANTO | SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 30, 2024 / Entergy Corporation During a special event held at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Entergy partnered with the American Indian College Fund, or AICF, to award a grant in support of higher education for Native American students. For the ninth consecutive year, our collaboration with the AICF has been instrumental in empowering Native...

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The Heart of Our Team: How NRG Moms Drive a Purpose-Filled Work Culture

May 29, 2024 10:00 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 29, 2024 / NRG Energy Originally published on NRG Energy Insights By NRG Editorial Voices There's something about mamas at NRG. Especially when you get a glimpse of them through the eyes of their children. To be sure, there's a fair amount of silliness when it comes to being a mother, but make no mistake - these moms take care of business. Empathetic. Strong. Focused. Insightful. Resilient. Savvy. These...

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Duke Energy Funds $100,000 in Upgrades to the American Red Cross Emergency App, Helping Increase Accessibility Among Diverse Audiences

May 29, 2024 9:15 AM

Enhancements support native or primary Spanish language speakers, people with disabilities and adults 65+ The Duke Energy Foundation will donate $1 to the Red Cross for every app download through June 30, up to $20,000 CHARLOTTE, N.C. / ACCESSWIRE / May 29, 2024 / Powered by a $100,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation, the Red Cross unveiled today its new and improved Emergency app for weather safety. Enhancements help remove language,...

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Atlantic City Electric Partners With El Pueblo UNIDO of Atlantic City on Community Workshops

May 29, 2024 8:45 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 29, 2024 / The Atlantic City Electric chapter of OLE had the honor of being a sponsor at the Día del Niño festival in Atlantic City. We had a fantastic day volunteering alongside our community partners with El Pueblo Unido Of Atlantic City. Over 600 families attended the event where we were able to engage them with virtual reality experiences, STEM workshops, information about our Smart Energy Network and...

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