Utilities

Entergy Spotlights Communities at the AABE Energy Policy Summit

February 7, 2024 9:10 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / February 7, 2024 / Entergy Corporation: The American Association of Blacks in Energy brought together a diverse network of energy professionals representing every energy career field during its 2023 Energy Policy Summit held in Washington, D.C. in December. The AABE is a non-profit organization that promotes the advancement of Blacks and other minorities in the energy industry. The Summit serves as a platform for...

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Southern Company To Collaborate With Samsung SmartThings Starting in Mississippi

February 6, 2024 11:30 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / February 6, 2024 / Southern Company and Samsung SmartThings have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to collaborate on a number of innovative projects that explore the intersection of consumer energy management and smart-home automation. This strategic relationship is designed to advance and unlock residential flexible load and grid benefits by providing customers with personalized, automated solutions. Among other...

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Pepco Warns Customers of Rising Phone Scams

February 6, 2024 9:45 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / February 6, 2024 / Pepco Originally published by Pepco Be on the lookout for scam attempts claiming to be Pepco. In 2023, customers lost more than $205,000 to phone scams. Scammers can manipulate Caller ID to appear as our number. Don't fall prey to scammers! If in doubt, hang up and call us directly at 202-833-7500. Learn more. Pepco is warning customers to be vigilant against phone scams. Pepco has seen an...

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Duke Energy's Rebates Program Helps Florida Customers Get Money Back for Making Home Improvements

February 6, 2024 8:15 AM

Residential customers may earn up to $1,700 in home improvement rebates after completing an online Home Energy Check ST. PETERSBURG, FL / ACCESSWIRE / February 6, 2024 / Duke Energy is encouraging Florida customers who are planning on making upgrades to their home to take advantage of the Home Energy Improvement rebates program, where they can earn up to $1,700 in rebate incentives. "Our team of specialists can provide everything you need to...

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Atlantic City Electric Offers Important Energy Saving Tips and Energy Assistance Information for Customers During Cold Snap

February 6, 2024 8:10 AM

​Company encourages customers to take steps to manage energy use and seek energy bill assistance if needed MAYS LANDING, NJ / ACCESSWIRE / February 6, 2024 / Winter is officially here. As even colder temperatures can be expected through the coming months, leading to increased energy usage and potentially higher bills, Atlantic City Electric is committed to helping all customers use less energy by providing energy efficiency information to help...

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Arkansas Steel Associates Go ZERO With Green and Clean Energy From Entergy Arkansas

February 5, 2024 12:15 PM

100 percent of company's electricity emissions free for the next year LITTLE ROCK, AR / ACCESSWIRE / February 5, 2024 / Arkansas Steel Associates is among the first customers to cover 100 percent of their energy usage with offerings from Entergy Arkansas' Go ZERO tariff, which gives commercial and industrial customers customizable options for green and clean energy. Go ZERO, which stands for Zero Emissions Resource Options, allows customers to...

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Kids Go Electric at the DC Auto Show: Pepco Teams Up With WowWheelz for a Green Future in Fun-Filled Ride & Drive Event

February 5, 2024 10:15 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / February 5, 2024 / Pepco Originally published by Pepco This year's DC Auto Show was phenomenal! The kids had the chance to experience electric vehicles and electrification firsthand. Working alongside our partner wowwheelz, the dynamic Ride & Drive event provides an engaging environment to teach children about the importance of clean energy sources and how they can do their part in creating a greener tomorrow. This...

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Polaris Renewable Energy Declares Quarterly Dividend

February 5, 2024 7:55 AM

TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / February 5, 2024 / 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 the America's, is pleased to announce that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.15 per common share outstanding. This dividend will be paid on February 23rd, 2024, to shareholders of record at...

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The New Year Means Exciting New Deals and Giveaways Courtesy of Freebie Rush

February 1, 2024 10:15 AM

Lovers of bargains and free samples have a lot to celebrate in 2024, with a variety of new Freebie Rush giveaways, contests, and deals being added to the popular website every day. WHITE PLAINS, NY / ACCESSWIRE / February 1, 2024 / It's a new year, and that means deal seekers and smart shoppers can expect a wide array of new deals and exciting giveaways courtesy of Freebie Rush. The free stuff website, known for providing an expansive selection...

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Duke Energy Florida Donation Connects Pinellas County High School Students With Powerful Opportunity at St. Petersburg College

February 1, 2024 8:50 AM

High school graduates in Pinellas County will receive scholarships to attend the local college for free Funding reinforces company's support for St. Petersburg College, as well as a shared commitment to create a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative of the communities we serve ST. PETERSBURG, FL / ACCESSWIRE / February 1, 2024 / Duke Energy Florida announced a $50,000 donation to St. Petersburg College's (SPC) Promise Scholarship...

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Atlantic City Electric's Saundra Wilson: Fighting Food Insecurity in South Jersey

February 1, 2024 8:10 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / February 1, 2024 / Atlantic City Electric: Saundra Wilson, Senior Fleet Manager, received Exelon's Powering Communities Employee Volunteer Award, the organization's highest achievement for volunteerism and community involvement, for her work with Loving Our Cities. Alongside Saundra's recognition, Loving Our Cities also received a $5,000 grant to invest in its community support programs. For nine years, Saundra has...

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5 Things To Know About Vogtle Nuclear Plant

January 31, 2024 3:00 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 31, 2024 / We are building a clean energy future by investing in projects like Georgia Power Company's Vogtle Units 3 & 4. Learn how the newly built nuclear units are leading us to a brighter tomorrow. View original content here View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Southern Company on 3blmedia.com. Contact Info: Spokesperson: Southern Company Website:...

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Varcoe: U.S. Pause on LNG Projects Offers Canada 'Second Chance' To Be Global Player, Says Enbridge CEO

January 31, 2024 1:30 PM

By Chris Varcoe NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 31, 2024 / Enbridge Originally published by Calgary Herald After standing on the sidelines for much of the past decade while the United States transformed itself into a global LNG powerhouse, Canada now has a monumental decision to make. Does it also want to become a serious player in the global LNG game or be a small exporter to the world? "It's not very often that you get a second chance...

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Northwest Energy Efficiency Council Transitions to Building Potential, a Leading Non-Profit Trade Association Shaping the Building Decarbonization Industry

January 30, 2024 1:45 PM

SEATTLE, WA / ACCESSWIRE / January 30, 2024 / The Northwest Energy Efficiency Council (NEEC) is thrilled to unveil its rebranding as "Building Potential," marking a significant evolution in its role as a non-profit trade association. This strategic shift reflects the organization's commitment to representing and advancing the industry that is transforming the built environment through energy efficiency, demand flexibility and other...

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Ending Gender-Based Violence: 'We Need Everyone at the Table'

January 30, 2024 12:00 PM

How the YWCA Edmonton's Rose Campaign spurs learning and action during 16 days of activism NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 30, 2024 / "It's not okay, and we need everyone at the table to help." Late November to mid-December marks an important annual period to renew commitments to end gender-based violence, a collective issue that the YWCA Edmonton wants people to know will take more than just awareness to build equity for affected women...

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Duke Energy Carolinas Receives Approval for New Rates in North Carolina, Implements New Programs To Help Customers

January 30, 2024 9:15 AM

Rates include upgrades to make the grid more resilient and shorten the duration of outages New programs will give customers more control over energy use and help low-income customers Approval includes performance incentives to hold the utility accountable for reliability, encourage renewables and reduce peak system loads CHARLOTTE, NC / ACCESSWIRE / January 30, 2024 / Duke Energy Carolinas will implement new rates for North Carolina customers on...

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Atlantic City Electric and Sustainable Jersey Award 10 South Jersey Communities $50,000 To Support Open Space and Resiliency Projects

January 30, 2024 8:10 AM

Grants support clean, safe parks redevelopment, enhance community resiliency through emergency preparedness and more MAYS LANDING, NJ / ACCESSWIRE / January 30, 2024 / Atlantic City Electric - To help support the development of environmental, open space and resiliency projects across South Jersey communities, Atlantic City Electric and Sustainable Jersey announced the 10 recipients of the 2023 Sustainable Communities Grants Program. The one-time...

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Southern Company Again Earns Top Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2023 - 2024 Corporate Equality Index

January 29, 2024 1:00 PM

Southern Company announces its annual rating on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's assessment of LGBTQ+ workplace equality NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 29, 2024 / Southern Company announced it received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), the nation's foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality....

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Vanguard Renewables Welcomes Foremost Farms USA to the Farm Powered Strategic Alliance

January 29, 2024 7:30 AM

Foremost Farms is the most recent company to join a national movement to turn food waste into renewable energy BOSTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 29, 2024 / Vanguard Renewables®, a national leader in organics-to-renewable energy production, is excited to announce the addition of Foremost Farms USA®, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the United States, to the Farm Powered Strategic Alliance (FPSA). This strategic partnership marks a...

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NRG People Power: Get to Know Jamie Guinn

January 26, 2024 12:20 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 26, 2024 / Using all the right ingredients to create the sweetest offers Originally published on NRG Energy Insights By NRG Editorial Voices Happy New Year! We're back with another NRG People Power blog, and we're pleased to introduce you to more of the people behind our products and services. In this edition, we're excited for you to get to know our Managing Director of Integrated Channels, Jamie Guinn. A...

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