National Energy Education Development Project

PPG, PPG Foundation to invest $5 million in environmental sustainability education

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

PPG (NYSE:PPG) and the PPG Foundation today announced a commitment to invest $5 million by 2030 in environmental sustainability education.

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  • PPG (NYSE:PPG) and the PPG Foundation today announced a commitment to invest $5 million by 2030 in environmental sustainability education.
  • “Sustainability is an integral part of delivering on our promise to protect and beautify the world,” said Malesia Dunn, PPG executive director, PPG Foundation and corporate social responsibility.
  • Related to the circular economy, PPG and the PPG Foundation will support educational and volunteer efforts around recycling, reuse and litter reduction.
  • “We want to prepare this generation – and generations to come – for this important role.”
    To learn more about how PPG and the PPG Foundation invest in future STEM leaders, click here .

Retail Energy Supply Association Encourages Consumers to Shop and Compare Energy Offers on National Energy Shopping Day

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

HARRISBURG, Pa., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On National Energy Shopping Day, the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) is reminding consumers in 14 states and jurisdictions with the power to choose to explore competitive energy offers.

Key Points: 
  • HARRISBURG, Pa., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On National Energy Shopping Day, the Retail Energy Supply Association (RESA) is reminding consumers in 14 states and jurisdictions with the power to choose to explore competitive energy offers .
  • Observed annually on the first day of summer, National Energy Shopping Day was created to empower consumers with information and tools to shop for the best energy plan that meets their needs, budget and preferences.
  • "National Energy Shopping Day is an opportunity for consumers to take control of their energy choices and make informed decisions that best meet their individual needs," commented Tracy McCormick, executive director, RESA .
  • National Energy Shopping Day, an initiative created by RESA, encourages individuals residing in states that offer consumer choice in electric and natural gas suppliers to find the ideal energy provider tailored to their specific requirements.

ComEd Awards Nearly $250,000 in Scholarships for Illinois Students Pursuing Future Careers in STEM

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

ComEd today announced it has awarded $247,500 in scholarships to 47 local students pursuing a college degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) this upcoming school year.

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  • ComEd today announced it has awarded $247,500 in scholarships to 47 local students pursuing a college degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) this upcoming school year.
  • Since its launch in 2022, the ComEd Future of Energy Scholarship has awarded nearly $640,000 to 115 local students.
  • Students interested in pursuing STEM degrees in the future can find out more information about eligibility and how to apply for future scholarships at https://needorg.my.site.com/ComEd/s/scholarship-information .
  • Last year alone, ComEd STEM and workforce development programs reached nearly 2,000 people in northern Illinois.

LatinX EdTech Summit Will Develop Sustainable Solutions for Underserved Communities

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

Working lunches with moderators will bring educators, administrators, edtech companies, parents, and the local community together to develop short-term and long-term actionable solutions.

Key Points: 
  • Working lunches with moderators will bring educators, administrators, edtech companies, parents, and the local community together to develop short-term and long-term actionable solutions.
  • “We look forward to participating in the LatinX EdTech Summit once again to gain insight into solutions that may benefit the learning community of Fabens ISD.
  • We are grateful to STTE for this opportunity and their immense support.”
    Organizers with a wealth of experience in the education system designed the LatinX EdTech Summit to identify digital disparities in rural and underserved communities.
  • By emphasizing swift action through the implementation of nimble edtech solutions that can easily be obtained and deployed, the summit aims to create cultural change.

HAGENS BERMAN, NATIONAL TRIAL ATTORNEYS, Encourages National Energy Services Reunited (NESR) Investors with Substantial Losses to Contact Firm’s Attorneys, Firm Investigating Possible Securities Law Violations

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, May 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hagens Berman urges National Energy Services Reunited Corp. (NASDAQ: NESR) investors who suffered substantial losses to submit your losses now .

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, May 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hagens Berman urges National Energy Services Reunited Corp. (NASDAQ: NESR) investors who suffered substantial losses to submit your losses now .
  • National Energy Services Reunited Corp. (NASDAQ: NESR) Investigation:
    The investigation focuses on the accuracy of National Energy’s reported earnings.
  • “We’re focused on investors’ losses and whether National Energy Reunited cooked its books,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the investigation.
  • If you invested in National Energy Reunited and have significant losses, or have knowledge that may assist the firm’s investigation, click here to discuss your legal rights with Hagens Berman .

HAGENS BERMAN, NATIONAL TRIAL ATTORNEYS, Encourages National Energy Services Reunited (NESR) Investors with Substantial Losses to Contact Firm’s Attorneys, Firm Investigating Possible Securities Law Violations

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Friday, April 28, 2023

National Energy Services Reunited Corp. (NASDAQ: NESR) Investigation:

Key Points: 
  • National Energy Services Reunited Corp. (NASDAQ: NESR) Investigation:
    The investigation focuses on the accuracy of National Energy’s reported earnings.
  • “We’re focused on investors’ losses and whether National Energy Reunited cooked its books,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the investigation.
  • If you invested in National Energy Reunited and have significant losses, or have knowledge that may assist the firm’s investigation, click here to discuss your legal rights with Hagens Berman .
  • Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding National Energy Reunited should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program.

Intuit Brings Renewable Energy and Job Opportunities to US Communities with Innovative Solar Projects

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Monday, April 17, 2023

“Beyond working toward our climate-positive goal, we’re deeply committed to creating innovative programs that strengthen the communities around us by supporting their pursuits of renewable energy solutions,” said Debbie Lizt, Head of Sustainability at Intuit.

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  • “Beyond working toward our climate-positive goal, we’re deeply committed to creating innovative programs that strengthen the communities around us by supporting their pursuits of renewable energy solutions,” said Debbie Lizt, Head of Sustainability at Intuit.
  • Intuit has also funded a grant as part of GRID Alternatives’ Tribal Solar Accelerator Fund program, which fosters Indigenous energy sovereignty and expands solar job opportunities in tribal communities across the US.
  • The Fund is an innovative partnership that provides multiyear grant funding to help bring solar power, job training, and hands-on student learning opportunities in the solar energy industry to communities in Virginia and West Virginia.
  • “Their partnership accelerates our ability to bring solar energy, STEM education programs and career opportunities to schools in Virginia and West Virginia.

Intuit Announces Innovative, Multiyear Fund to Support Solar Power and Provide Educational Opportunities

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Together with its partners, Intuit will create new career pathways and educational opportunities in the solar industry, while also helping to reduce carbon emissions.

Key Points: 
  • Together with its partners, Intuit will create new career pathways and educational opportunities in the solar industry, while also helping to reduce carbon emissions.
  • The Coalfield Solar Fund is an innovative partnership that provides multiyear grant funding to help bring solar power, job training, and hands-on student learning opportunities in the solar energy industry to communities in Virginia and West Virginia.
  • Intuit is building off the success of its earlier collaboration with Secure Solar Futures on a solar project in Wise, Virginia—an Intuit Prosperity Hub location—with the Coalfield Solar Fund.
  • “Schools have large flat rooftops suitable to host larger solar arrays and can greatly benefit from the financial savings and educational opportunities that solar power offers.

Prince William County Public Schools to Install Solar Power on 12 Schools

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Monday, February 13, 2023

Staunton, VA, Feb. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Secure Solar Futures, a provider of on-site clean energy and educational programs to K-12 schools, signed an agreement with Prince William County Public Schools to install solar power systems on 12 school sites.

Key Points: 
  • Staunton, VA, Feb. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Secure Solar Futures, a provider of on-site clean energy and educational programs to K-12 schools, signed an agreement with Prince William County Public Schools to install solar power systems on 12 school sites.
  • Twelve school sites will receive solar power located across Prince William County.
  • Jennifer Rokasky, a PWCS Energy and Sustainability Team member and project lead for Solar PPA, shared, "I'm thrilled that we are bringing solar power to Prince William County Schools.
  • All 12 solar arrays at Prince William County Public Schools will be installed on roofs of school buildings.

ComEd Encourages Illinois Students to Apply for College Scholarships of Up to $10,000 Each

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Thursday, February 16, 2023

Today through March 31, 2023, students in Illinois can apply for scholarships of up to $10,000 each and the opportunity to intern with ComEd.

Key Points: 
  • Today through March 31, 2023, students in Illinois can apply for scholarships of up to $10,000 each and the opportunity to intern with ComEd.
  • The scholarship recipients are:
    Avidar Al-Kurdi, currently a student at the University of Illinois Chicago, pursuing a chemical engineering degree.
  • Sterling Morton East High School in Cicero, Ill.
    Jonathan Eghan, currently a student at Illinois State University, pursuing an information science degree.
  • For more information or to apply for the ComEd Future of Energy STEM scholarship, visit: https://need.force.com/ComEd/s/scholarship-information .