Energy conservation

Bright Power Closes $24.5M Growth Round to Drive Energy Savings and Carbon Emissions Reductions for Real Estate Owners

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Software, Construction & Property, Alternative energy, Energy, Urban planning, Technology, Residential Building & Real Estate, Energy efficiency, Energy conservation, Sustainable energy, Articles, Energy, Energy audit, Energy management, HelioPower, State Energy Program, Bright Power, BMO Financial Group, Generate, Big Path, BRIGHT POWER, BMO FINANCIAL GROUP, GENERATE, BIG PATH

Founded in 2004 by Jeffrey Perlman, Bright Power started by connecting the benefits of investing in solar and energy efficiency together.

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  • Founded in 2004 by Jeffrey Perlman, Bright Power started by connecting the benefits of investing in solar and energy efficiency together.
  • Then Bright Power simplified the process of making energy investment decisions through the creation of a simple but rigorous analytics platform, EnergyScoreCards.
  • Bright Power is well positioned to dramatically reduce carbon emissions in the multifamily built environment and improve building performance.
  • Bright Powers energy management solutions include EnergyScoreCards benchmarking software, energy audits, energy procurement, on-site generation, green building design services, turnkey installation of energy improvements and ongoing energy management.

SoCalREN Releases Second Installment in the "ReEnergizing Communities" Podcast Series

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Articles, Energy, Energy policy, Energy economics, Energy efficiency, Emissions reduction, Climate change mitigation, Energy conservation, Sustainable energy

LOS ANGELES, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California Regional Energy Network's (SoCalREN) podcast series, "ReEnergizing Communities," focuses on exciting new trends and ideas impacting Southern California's energy efficiency and sustainability communities.

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  • LOS ANGELES, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California Regional Energy Network's (SoCalREN) podcast series, "ReEnergizing Communities," focuses on exciting new trends and ideas impacting Southern California's energy efficiency and sustainability communities.
  • "We now have the possibility to envision a whole new electricity system which takes advantages of dramatic cost improvement.
  • SoCalREN offers a suite of customizable, no-cost services to remove barriers to achieving energy savings.
  • SoCalREN is here to help community members save energy, save money, and lead a pathway to a clean energy community.

Agilyx technology provides the capability to recycle of hundreds of thousands of tons of previously unrecyclable flame retardant insulation

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Physical sciences, Materials, Chemistry, Commodity chemicals, Dielectrics, Thermoplastics, Energy conservation, Insulators, Polymer, Plastic, Styrene, Recycling

The integrated technologies of Agilyx depolymerization open the pathway for previously unrecycled materials, such as construction foam and insulation, to be put back into use as new materials at a quality level equivalent to those manufactured from any other styrene monomer.

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  • The integrated technologies of Agilyx depolymerization open the pathway for previously unrecycled materials, such as construction foam and insulation, to be put back into use as new materials at a quality level equivalent to those manufactured from any other styrene monomer.
  • These materials can then be used for any application from building materials to food containers.
  • "This new advancement in our advanced recycling capabilities truly demonstrates the excellence of Agilyx's collaborations," said Tim Stedman, chief executive officer of Agilyx.
  • This is an exciting step on our mission to making all plastics circular, even those that are most distressed and contaminated."

Ameresco Announces Appointment of Claire Hughes Johnson to Board of Directors

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Technology, Professional services, Other Energy, Nuclear, Utilities, Other Technology, Oil, Gas, Other Professional Services, Coal, Alternative energy, Energy, Energy conservation, Energy service company

Ameresco, Inc. , (NYSE: AMRC), a leading cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, today announced the appointment of Claire Hughes Johnson to its Board of Directors.

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  • Ameresco, Inc. , (NYSE: AMRC), a leading cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, today announced the appointment of Claire Hughes Johnson to its Board of Directors.
  • It is a great honor to welcome Claire to our Board of Directors, said George P. Sakellaris, chairman, president and CEO of Ameresco.
  • She has previously served on the board of Hallmark Cards, Inc. and serves on the board of The Atlantic.
  • Along with the addition of Johnson to the Board of Directors, the company announced the departure of long-standing board director and executive vice president at Ameresco, David Anderson.

Georgia Power offers energy efficiency programs to help customers reduce the impact of hot weather on power bills

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Energy conservation, Articles, Energy, Building energy rating, Building engineering, Environmental design, House energy rating, Sustainable building, Nature, Efficient energy use, Draft:Beneficial Electrification

ATLANTA, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Georgia Power finds many Georgians are unfamiliar with new and existing energy efficiency programs available for residential customers.

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  • ATLANTA, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Georgia Power finds many Georgians are unfamiliar with new and existing energy efficiency programs available for residential customers.
  • These offerings can help Georgia Power customers improve the efficiency of their homes to better manage energy usage and power bills, especially in the hot summer months.
  • Home Energy Improvement Program (HEIP) The Home Energy Improvement Program (HEIP) helps Georgia Power customers reduce energy use, save on energy costs and improve the indoor air quality and comfort of their homes.
  • Home Energy Efficiency Assistance Program (HEEAP) The Home Energy Efficiency Assistance Program (HEEAP) helps eligible income-qualified customers make free energy efficiency improvements in their single-family home.

Arcimoto and Redivivus Launch Battery Recycling Partnership

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Other Energy, Automotive, Automotive Manufacturing, General Automotive, Environment, Manufacturing, Energy, Water conservation, Articles, Energy, Computer recycling, Data security, Energy conservation, Recycling, Lithium-ion battery, Battery recycling, Electronic waste, Electric battery, Arcimoto, Inc., Redivivus, ARCIMOTO, INC., REDIVIVUS

Arcimoto , Inc. (NASDAQ: FUV), makers of affordable, practical, and joyful pure electric vehicles for everyday commuters and fleets, today launched a battery recycling program with Redivivus , a lithium-ion battery recycling company solving the challenges of large scale e-waste recycling through innovations in safe logistics and battery disassembly, and cost-effective recovery of materials in cells and battery modules.

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  • Arcimoto , Inc. (NASDAQ: FUV), makers of affordable, practical, and joyful pure electric vehicles for everyday commuters and fleets, today launched a battery recycling program with Redivivus , a lithium-ion battery recycling company solving the challenges of large scale e-waste recycling through innovations in safe logistics and battery disassembly, and cost-effective recovery of materials in cells and battery modules.
  • Redivivus will provide a battery processing solution to Arcimoto manufacturing plants, service and sales centers, based on its Redi-Shred process, designed to safely dispose and neutralize battery waste in a sealed and scrubbed environment.
  • The neutralized materials will then be transported to a recycling line designed by Redivivus, reducing hazmat logistics and overhead.
  • The Redivivus partnership with Arcimoto solidifies the outstanding relationship between our founders and the battery industry.

Canada-U.S. Sign New Cooperative Research and Development Agreement on Energy Efficiency

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Energy efficiency, Energy policy, Articles, Energy, Sustainable energy, Energy conservation, Carbon neutrality, Sustainability, Efficient energy use, State Energy Program

The tool is widely used by government, industry and professionals alike to deliver energy savings programs and sustainability initiatives.

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  • The tool is widely used by government, industry and professionals alike to deliver energy savings programs and sustainability initiatives.
  • Energy performance can also be compared with similar buildings to inform decisions on energy efficiency upgrades and improvements.
  • According to the International Energy Agency, energy efficiency measures could get the world one-third of the way toward its Paris2030 targets and help us reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
  • The Honourable Seamus O'Regan Jr.
    "Improving energy efficiency in buildings is essential to achieving our ambitious climate targets.

ProAmpac Acquires APC Paper Group

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Packaging, Retail, Environment, Manufacturing, Specialty, Other Manufacturing, Food, Beverage, Water conservation, Labels, Product management, Articles, Energy conservation, Forest conservation, Paper recycling, Paper, Recycling, Packaging and labeling, Economy, Natural environment, ProAmpac, APC Paper Group, Pritzker Private Capital, PROAMPAC, APC PAPER GROUP, PRITZKER PRIVATE CAPITAL

ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and material science, today announced that it has acquired APC Paper Group (APC Paper), a leading producer of recycled paper packaging products for food service and retail markets.

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  • ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and material science, today announced that it has acquired APC Paper Group (APC Paper), a leading producer of recycled paper packaging products for food service and retail markets.
  • Greg Tucker, Founder and CEO of ProAmpac, said, APC Paper is widely respected for its commitment to innovation and 100% recycled paper products.
  • Tom Moore, President of APC Paper, said, ProAmpac shares our commitment to producing innovative products that are environmentally friendly.
  • APC Paper Group has been a leader in the recycled paper industry since 1991.

Price Chopper/Market 32 Saves Over 5M kWh Through Efficiency Project by Fairbanks Energy Services in Five Connecticut Stores

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Other Energy, Other Retail, Utilities, Supermarket, Alternative energy, Energy, Food, Beverage, Environment, Other Manufacturing, Retail, Engineering, Manufacturing, Energy conservation, Energy, Articles, Energy service company, Fairbanks, Alaska, Low-energy building, Energy efficiency, Energy policy, Efficient energy use, Zero-energy building, Fairbanks Energy Services, Price Chopper/Market 32, FAIRBANKS ENERGY SERVICES, PRICE CHOPPER/MARKET 32

Fairbanks Energy Services , a division of Mantis Innovation and a full-service design/build energy efficiency firm, announced today the completion of a comprehensive energy efficiency project designed and engineered for Price Chopper/Market 32 .

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  • Fairbanks Energy Services , a division of Mantis Innovation and a full-service design/build energy efficiency firm, announced today the completion of a comprehensive energy efficiency project designed and engineered for Price Chopper/Market 32 .
  • Fairbanks Energy Services designed a three-measure project for these five stores, based around HVAC , refrigeration and LED lighting improvements.
  • We were excited to tackle this project with Price Chopper/Market 32 due to the opportunity to support essential infrastructure and provide large kWh and cost deductions through strategic energy efficiency solutions, said Ross Fairbanks, Chief Operating Officer of Fairbanks Energy Services.
  • Fairbanks Energy Services, the efficiency solutions division of Mantis Innovation, is a national, full-service design/build energy efficiency firm dedicated to providing cost-effective retrofit solutions for our clients.

Energy Focus Wins “Top Product of the Year” Award for EnFocus™ Suncycle™ Human-Centric Lighting Platform from Environment + Energy Leader

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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This is the second consecutive year that Energy Focus has received this elite award for its EnFocus lighting control platform.

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  • This is the second consecutive year that Energy Focus has received this elite award for its EnFocus lighting control platform.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210720005144/en/
    Environment + Energy Leader "Top Product 2021" Award for EnFocus and Suncycle LED lighting solutions (Graphic: Business Wire).
  • EnFocus lighting control systems can provide 60-90% energy savings over fluorescent or incandescent lighting systems.
  • For nearly a decade, the Environment + Energy Leader Awards have celebrated excellence in the world of environmental, sustainability and energy management.