Energy in the United States

Shell Joint Venture Atlantic Shores Granted Right To Power New Jersey Residents With Renewable Wind Energy

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities issued an order giving Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind (Atlantic Shores), the 50-50 joint venture between EDF Renewables North America and Shell New Energies US LLC (Shell), the right to provide clean offshore wind energy to power the state of New Jersey.

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  • ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities issued an order giving Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind (Atlantic Shores), the 50-50 joint venture between EDF Renewables North America and Shell New Energies US LLC (Shell), the right to provide clean offshore wind energy to power the state of New Jersey.
  • Through a rigorous bid and selection process, Atlantic Shores won the rights to provide 1.5 gigawatts (GW) of renewable offshore energy, enough energy to power over 700,000 homes.
  • "This win by Atlantic Shores progresses Shell's investment in renewable power and the communities we serve," said James Cotter, GM of US Offshore Wind.
  • In 2018, Mayflower Wind Energy LLC, a joint venture with Shell and Ocean Winds, won leasing rights to submit projects to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) to provide offshore wind energy to Massachusetts.

BOEM Advances Permitting of Connecticut’s Largest Offshore Wind Project

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

The NOI initiates a 30-day public comment period to define the scope of the EIS, the major permitting study required for project approval.

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  • The NOI initiates a 30-day public comment period to define the scope of the EIS, the major permitting study required for project approval.
  • This is another important milestone for AVANGRIDs portfolio of offshore wind projects, said AVANGRID CEO Dennis V. Arriola.
  • We look forward to working with BOEM, the Lamont Administration, community leaders and our partners to successfully develop Park City Wind and deliver clean energy to our home state of Connecticut.
  • The project will be built in a federal lease area located over 60 miles east of Connecticut.

Greenbuild International Conference + Expo Returns with In-Person Event Amidst California’s Reopening

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Monday, June 28, 2021

We are excited to be welcoming this community back together in San Diego this Fall, said Sherida Sessa , Greenbuild Brand Director.

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  • We are excited to be welcoming this community back together in San Diego this Fall, said Sherida Sessa , Greenbuild Brand Director.
  • For the entire sustainable building industry, the Greenbuild International Conference + Expo is the apex of our year, said Mahesh Ramanujam, President and CEO at USGBC.
  • The Greenbuild International Conference + Expo will follow Informas AllSecure health and safety guidelines as well as local guidelines ensuring a safe and secure in-person experience.
  • Greenbuild International Conference and Expo is owned and operated by Informa Connect, a division of Informa, and presented by the U.S. Green Building Council.

Georgia Power recognized nationally as a "Most Trusted Brand" in the utility industry

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Friday, June 25, 2021

"We have also continuously adapted our processes to ensure we're providing our customers across the state with an exceptional experience.

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  • "We have also continuously adapted our processes to ensure we're providing our customers across the state with an exceptional experience.
  • Energy Efficiency Programs Georgia Power is committed to helping residential customers save money on their monthly energy bill.
  • Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company.
  • Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D.

DTE Energy issues dividend

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Thursday, June 24, 2021

Detroit, June 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DETROIT, June 24, 2021 (NYSE: DTE) The DTE Energy Board of Directors declared a$0.825per share dividend on its common stock payableOct.

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  • Detroit, June 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DETROIT, June 24, 2021 (NYSE: DTE) The DTE Energy Board of Directors declared a$0.825per share dividend on its common stock payableOct.
  • The spin generates a combined dividend of DTE and DT Midstream (NYSE: DTM) that is expected to be higher than DTEs pre-spin dividend, said Jerry Norcia, DTE Energy president and CEO.
  • DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) is a Detroit-based diversified energy company involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services nationwide.
  • DTE Electric, DTE Gas and DTE Midstream aspire to achieve net zero carbon and greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

West Penn Power Hires New Graduates from FirstEnergy's Power Systems Institute Training Program

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

FirstEnergy is celebrating 20 years of graduates from the PSI program, which was originally developed by the company in 2000.

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  • FirstEnergy is celebrating 20 years of graduates from the PSI program, which was originally developed by the company in 2000.
  • Studentswho successfully complete the program earn an associate degree from an affiliated community college in their area.
  • West Penn Power serves approximately 725,000 customers in 24 counties within central and southwestern Pennsylvania.
  • Follow West Penn Power on Twitter @W_Penn_Power and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/WestPennPower .

Ohio Edison, Penn Power Hire New Graduates from Power Systems Institute Training Program

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Studentswho successfully complete the program earn an associate degree from an affiliated community college in their area.

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  • Studentswho successfully complete the program earn an associate degree from an affiliated community college in their area.
  • Since the program's inception, FirstEnergy has hired more than 2,000 line and substation personnel who completed PSI programs in Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
  • Ohio Edison is a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. and serves more than one million customers across 34 Ohio counties.
  • Penn Power serves more than 160,000 customers in all or parts of Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Crawford, Lawrence, and Mercercounties in westernPennsylvania.

Mon Power Hires New Graduates from FirstEnergy's Power Systems Institute Training Program

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

FirstEnergy is celebrating 20 years of graduates from the PSI program, which was originally developed by the company in 2000.

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  • FirstEnergy is celebrating 20 years of graduates from the PSI program, which was originally developed by the company in 2000.
  • Studentswho successfully complete the program earn an associate degree from an affiliated community college in their area.
  • For information about how to enroll in the PSI program, call 1-800-829-6801, or go to www.firstenergycorp.com/psi .
  • Its 10 electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York.

Permex Petroleum Announces Additional Oil and Natural Gas Royalty Acquisitions in Texas

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 23, 2021) - Permex Petroleum Corporation (CSE: OIL) (OTCQB: OILCF) ("Permex" or the "Company"), announced today that it has closed on multiple non-operated royalty interest ("RI") acquisitions in 29 oil and gas wells located in the Permian Basin of west Texas, all of which have established long-term production.

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  • Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 23, 2021) - Permex Petroleum Corporation (CSE: OIL) (OTCQB: OILCF) ("Permex" or the "Company"), announced today that it has closed on multiple non-operated royalty interest ("RI") acquisitions in 29 oil and gas wells located in the Permian Basin of west Texas, all of which have established long-term production.
  • The recently acquired oil and gas royalty interest properties are located in Howard, Martin, Midland and Reeves counties.
  • "Our strategic business shift to have continuously acquired royalty interest ownership in oil and natural gas properties during the downturn has positioned us for exceptional returns on these investments.
  • We continue to monitor the market for additional non-operating working interest and royalty interest acquisitions and partnerships."

Exelon Sustainability Report Highlights Efforts to Create a Cleaner, More Equitable Future

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Monday, June 21, 2021

Exelon today announced the release of its 2020 Corporate Sustainability Report (CSR) , which highlights Exelons efforts to address the climate crisis and build a cleaner, more resilient energy grid, invest in technology and innovation to improve service, and provide support and programs to customers and communities that will create a cleaner, brighter and more equitable future.

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  • Exelon today announced the release of its 2020 Corporate Sustainability Report (CSR) , which highlights Exelons efforts to address the climate crisis and build a cleaner, more resilient energy grid, invest in technology and innovation to improve service, and provide support and programs to customers and communities that will create a cleaner, brighter and more equitable future.
  • The report is complemented by the release of Exelons second annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report .
  • Despite the challenges of 2020, our employees worked tirelessly to ensure our customers and communities had access to clean, affordable and reliable energy, said Chris Crane, president and CEO, Exelon.
  • Follow Exelon on Twitter @Exelon.