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SOAR Energy Launches SolarScan, an AI-Powered Home Energy Assessment Tool

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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PHOENIX, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SOAR Energy, the #1 fastest growing solar company powered by Better Earth, today announced the launch of SolarScan, its artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) powered home energy assessment tool for homeowners and solar contractors to analyze properties and receive a curated report on potential savings and power generation.

Key Points: 
  • Utilizing AI, ML and satellite imagery, SolarScan offers a groundbreaking new way to calculate vital decision-making factors by simply entering in a home address.
  • The reports also provide homeowners with targeted energy efficient suggestions and their predicted cost benefits, such as installing Energy Star appliances, a smart thermostat, and using blown-in insulation in the attic.
  • Homeowners looking to make the switch and solar contractors looking for the next target neighborhoods will benefit from the tool.
  • For more information on SOAR Energy, please visit www.soarenergy.com/ .

Bulbs.com, the business lighting experts announces another Utility Rebate Partnership

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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BOSTON, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bulbs.com, the online authority in LED Lighting continues to expand its rebate distribution partnerships with utility companies across the United States.

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  • BOSTON, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bulbs.com, the online authority in LED Lighting continues to expand its rebate distribution partnerships with utility companies across the United States.
  • Bulbs.com announces its newly approved distributor partnership with Consumers Energy in Michigan.
  • In fact no other e-commerce lighting distributor works with as many utility companies across as many states as Bulbs.com.
  • Eligible commercial and industrial customers can now receive instant rebates on their LED lighting purchases from 30+ utility companies across the following states:

Midea Exceeds Performance Benchmarks in Department of Energy's Cold Climate Heat Pump Technology Challenge

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea America, a manufacturing partner of the Department of Energy's (DOE) Cold Climate Heat Pump Technology Challenge, has completed lab testing with its forthcoming cold-climate heat pump system and is proud to announce the outstanding results. Midea's 3-ton model achieved 118% of rated capacity heating output at -15 degrees Fahrenheit – meaning the Midea unit can utilize the heat pump for primary heating, reducing the need for auxiliary heat strips or other heating sources. The Midea system delivered tremendous efficiency at -15 degrees F with a Coefficient of Performance (COP) of 1.92 – surpassing the Energy Star cold climate benchmark of 1.7 COP at 5 degrees F – despite doing it at a temperature 20 degrees below the testing standard.

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  • Homeowners
    LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea America, a manufacturing partner of the Department of Energy's (DOE) Cold Climate Heat Pump Technology Challenge, has completed lab testing with its forthcoming cold-climate heat pump system and is proud to announce the outstanding results.
  • The DOE launched the Cold Climate Heat Pump Technology Challenge initiative in 2021 to spur the development of energy-efficient heat pump technologies that can perform effectively in all American climates, even northern regions during harsh winters.
  • "Midea commends the DOE for launching the Cold Climate Heat Pump Technology Challenge and helping to accelerate the development of higher efficiency heat pump systems, and I'm proud of our industry – especially the innovative R&D team at Midea – for rising to the challenge."
  • Midea's forthcoming cold climate heat pump system now advances into the DOE's field test phase, with production units slated to be available in the summer of 2024.

Assisted Living at Hammonton Gets the Green Light

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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RED BANK, N.J., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Assisted Living at Hammonton, South Jersey's third affordable, assisted living community developed by New Standard Senior Living (NSSL), is now licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health.

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  • RED BANK, N.J., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Assisted Living at Hammonton, South Jersey's third affordable, assisted living community developed by New Standard Senior Living (NSSL), is now licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health.
  • New Standard Senior Living has delivered three affordable, assisted living properties to serve South Jersey's seniors.
  • The first project, the Millville campus , was completed in 2020, then followed by the second project in Egg Harbor Township and this month, the opening of the third and final NSSL's community — Assisted Living at Hammonton .
  • Assisted Living at Hammonton is located at 308 S. White Horse Pike, Hammonton, N.J. 08037.

Home Appliances Market Size to Grow USD 282150 Million by 2029 at a CAGR of 4.4% | Valuates Reports

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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The Home Appliances market was valued at USD 207980 million in 2022 and is anticipated to reach USD 282150 million by 2029, witnessing a CAGR of 4.4% during the forecast period 2023-2029.

Key Points: 
  • The Home Appliances market was valued at USD 207980 million in 2022 and is anticipated to reach USD 282150 million by 2029, witnessing a CAGR of 4.4% during the forecast period 2023-2029.
  • Home appliances market growth is influenced by a number of variables, including rising consumer expenditure, including per capita income, and changing customer preferences.
  • TRENDS INFLUENCING THE GROWTH OF HOME APPLIANCES MARKET:
    The longevity of high-quality home appliances is one of their most significant advantages.
  • HOME APPLIANCES MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS:
    The top companies in the world market for home appliances include Haier, Midea, Whirlpool, etc., who together account for around 33%.

Home Appliances Market Size to Grow USD 282150 Million by 2029 at a CAGR of 4.4% | Valuates Reports

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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The Home Appliances market was valued at USD 207980 million in 2022 and is anticipated to reach USD 282150 million by 2029, witnessing a CAGR of 4.4% during the forecast period 2023-2029.

Key Points: 
  • The Home Appliances market was valued at USD 207980 million in 2022 and is anticipated to reach USD 282150 million by 2029, witnessing a CAGR of 4.4% during the forecast period 2023-2029.
  • Home appliances market growth is influenced by a number of variables, including rising consumer expenditure, including per capita income, and changing customer preferences.
  • TRENDS INFLUENCING THE GROWTH OF HOME APPLIANCES MARKET:
    The longevity of high-quality home appliances is one of their most significant advantages.
  • HOME APPLIANCES MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS:
    The top companies in the world market for home appliances include Haier, Midea, Whirlpool, etc., who together account for around 33%.

Affirmed Housing Celebrates Grand Opening of New, Supportive Housing Development in Los Angeles

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affirmed Housing, a leading provider of affordable housing throughout California, announces the completion of Asante, a new, supportive housing development located at 11001 S. Broadway in Los Angeles.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affirmed Housing, a leading provider of affordable housing throughout California, announces the completion of Asante, a new, supportive housing development located at 11001 S. Broadway in Los Angeles.
  • A celebratory block party with live music and entertainment was held on Sept. 30 to commemorate Asante’s grand opening and included special guests L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson.
  • All of the restricted apartment units are supported by project-based vouchers (PBVs) from the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA).
  • Construction and permanent loans were provided by Pacific Western Bank and Raymond James contributed to Asante’s tax credit equity.

CONAM Multifamily Partners Fund III Purchases Arise Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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CONAM Multifamily Partners Fund III, a discretionary fund sponsored by The CONAM Group (CONAM), is pleased to announce the purchase of Arise Craig Ranch , a 270-unit Class A multi-family community in McKinney, Texas, one of Dallas’ fastest-growing northern suburbs.

Key Points: 
  • CONAM Multifamily Partners Fund III, a discretionary fund sponsored by The CONAM Group (CONAM), is pleased to announce the purchase of Arise Craig Ranch , a 270-unit Class A multi-family community in McKinney, Texas, one of Dallas’ fastest-growing northern suburbs.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231004139108/en/
    Courtesy of The CONAM Group (CONAM) - Arise Craig Ranch is a 270-unit Class A multi-family community in McKinney, Texas, one of Dallas’ fastest-growing northern suburbs.
  • We are very pleased with the additions of Arise Craig Ranch and ALMA On Maple as they close out CONAM’s investment activity for Fund III,” says Jack Cleary, CONAM’s Southeast Acquisitions Director.
  • Situated 30 miles south of Arise Craig Ranch, ALMA On Maple joins the CONAM portfolio after the closing of this asset for a long-term partner.

New Series of Canon Multi-Use Large Format Printers Are More Than Just the Fine Line

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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Aligned with the company’s commitment to offering products and solutions with environmental concerns in mind, these printers are currently rated as U.S. EPEAT® Gold Registered.

Key Points: 
  • Aligned with the company’s commitment to offering products and solutions with environmental concerns in mind, these printers are currently rated as U.S. EPEAT® Gold Registered.
  • Equipped with newly formulated magenta ink, these printers achieve excellent red color development.
  • Canon is committed to reducing its environmental impact by eliminating expanded polystyrene foam from the printer's packing materials.
  • The new series of multi-use large-format printers from Canon presents a comprehensive solution for various printing needs.

Acer Launches New Chromebook Plus Laptops

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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TAIPEI, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Acer today launched the company's first Chromebook Plus laptops, the Acer Chromebook Plus 515 and Acer Chromebook Plus 514, debuting with Google's Chromebook Plus initiative that offers a new tier of Chromebook performance, emphasizing better hardware designs with upgraded displays and cameras, and paired with new productivity, creativity, and multimedia capabilities.

Key Points: 
  • The Acer Chromebook Plus 515 and Acer Chromebook Plus 514 both have the hardware and technology features customers need to stay productive, entertained and connected.
  • The new Acer Chromebook Plus 515 and Acer Chromebook Plus 514 empower users with advanced capabilities to maximize their productivity and express their creativity with ease.
  • Acer Chromebook Plus 515 Features Intel Processors, Large Display for Max Productivity
    The Acer Chromebook Plus 515 was designed for users to take advantage of the new features available in ChromeOS.
  • For business users, the Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise 515 and Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise 514 come with Chrome Enterprise Upgrade which unlocks the built-in business capabilities of ChromeOS.