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SmartThings, SkyBell, Arcadia, Resideo, and Universal Electronics Sponsor Parks Associates' 15th Annual Smart Energy Summit

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Monday, February 26, 2024

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DALLAS, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates today announced SmartThings, SkyBell, Arcadia, Resideo, and Universal Electronics as sponsors for this week's Smart Energy Summit: Engaging the Consumer, February 27-28, in Orlando, FL, co-located with DISTRIBUTECH, the largest utility and energy-focused conference in the world.

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Parks Associates will host an evening reception on Tuesday, February 27, 6:30-8 pm at the Rosen Plaza Hotel.
"Our partnership with Parks Associates is critical to educating electric utilities on the importance of prosumers and their needs," said Stephanie Kolodziej, VP, Energy, Clarion Events.
"Energy management is key to driving the next wave of consumer adoption for smart home, and utility partnerships will play an important role in the future."
To register for Smart Energy Summit, visit the event website or apply for a Press Pass here .

Parks Associates: 24% of Households Report They Are Not Currently Enrolled in an Energy Program Such as Demand Response or Time-of-Use

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

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DALLAS, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates will highlight new research at the 15th annual Smart Energy Summit, co-located with DISTRIBUTECH, February 27-28, Orlando, Florida, revealing 24% of US internet households are not currently enrolled in a utility energy program. The research firm's latest consumer study finds that 41% are currently enrolled in an energy program, such as demand response (DR) or time-of-use, while 35% were once enrolled but not anymore. Current adoption of smart thermostats is 17%.

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DALLAS, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates will highlight new research at the 15th annual Smart Energy Summit , co-located with DISTRIBUTECH, February 27-28, Orlando, Florida, revealing 24% of US internet households are not currently enrolled in a utility energy program.
The research firm's latest consumer study finds that 41% are currently enrolled in an energy program, such as demand response (DR) or time-of-use, while 35% were once enrolled but not anymore.
"Our research shows consumers are interested in ways to save energy and money, so program participation could be higher, with the right approach.
At Smart Energy Summit, we will analyze strategies most likely to expand consumer awareness and adoption."

Parks Associates: More than 60% of US Internet Households Feel Their Electricity Costs Are Too High for Second Straight Year

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

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DALLAS, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Parks Associates data shows more than 60% of US internet households think their electricity costs are too high, the same number as the previous year, indicating consumers are still worried about household expenses and high prices. The research firm announced speakers for its 15th annual Smart Energy Summit: Engaging the Consumer, co-located with DISTRIBUTECH, taking place February 27–28 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. Sponsors include SkyBell, SmartThings, Arcadia, Resideo, and Universal Electronics.

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The research firm announced speakers for its 15th annual Smart Energy Summit: Engaging the Consumer , co-located with DISTRIBUTECH , taking place February 27–28 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.
Sponsors include SkyBell, SmartThings, Arcadia, Resideo, and Universal Electronics.
"Smart Energy Summit features an unparalleled lineup of thought leaders, from energy services, public policy, smart home, and consumer solutions, sharing insights on strategies to drive this market forward."
To schedule an interview with an analyst or to request specific data, please contact Mindi Sue Sternblitz-Rubenstein at [email protected] or 972-490-1113.

Sunrun Multifamily Rooftop Solar Installation Cuts Energy Bills for 100 Low-Income Homes

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

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Sunrun installed solar panels on the apartment rooftops, providing tenants with 117 kilowatts of solar power.

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Sunrun installed solar panels on the apartment rooftops, providing tenants with 117 kilowatts of solar power.
The solar system generates enough energy to offset nearly two-thirds of tenants’ energy usage, saving each household about $35 per month on their electricity bill through virtual net metering.
“It is gratifying to connect affordable housing communities and families to a cleaner energy source and provide them with the many benefits that come with solar energy,” said Sunrun CEO Mary Powell.
“Rooftop solar effectively removes the variable risk of energy inflation for affordable housing developments.

Graham Christie Named COO of the Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

The Governing Board of the Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority (ACTA) has appointed Graham Christie, a Southern California rail leader and seasoned project manager, as Chief Operating Officer (COO).

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The Governing Board of the Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority (ACTA) has appointed Graham Christie, a Southern California rail leader and seasoned project manager, as Chief Operating Officer (COO).
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231214300214/en/
Rail industry veteran Graham Christie has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of the Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority.
This background and proven success make Graham the ideal choice as COO,” said Michael Leue, ACTA Chief Executive Officer.
The addition of a COO to ACTA’s leadership structure was the result of an analysis of the Authority’s operation.

Hawaiian Electric’s Waiau Repower Project Selected

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Monday, December 11, 2023

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Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. (“Hawaiian Electric”), a subsidiary of Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (NYSE: HE) (“HEI”), announced today that its proposal to replace six aging fossil-fuel generators at its Waiau Power Plant in Pearl City with more efficient, fuel-flexible units has been selected to advance to the next stage of an energy procurement process overseen by the Public Utilities Commission (PUC).

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Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. (“Hawaiian Electric”), a subsidiary of Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (NYSE: HE) (“HEI”), announced today that its proposal to replace six aging fossil-fuel generators at its Waiau Power Plant in Pearl City with more efficient, fuel-flexible units has been selected to advance to the next stage of an energy procurement process overseen by the Public Utilities Commission (PUC).
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231211827739/en/
Rendering of proposed Waiau Repower project, subject to change, when all six new units are in service.
The 253-megawatt project was one of several selected as part of a competitive procurement process for firm renewable generation on Oʻahu.
The proposed repowering of the Waiau facility will be the largest generation project in Hawaiian Electric’s 132-year history.

ACCELQ Public Sector Vertical Reports 200% Growth in 2023

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

ACCELQ, a prominent AI-driven codeless platform, has elevated its position by expanding services to a growing number of government and public sector agencies.

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ACCELQ, a prominent AI-driven codeless platform, has elevated its position by expanding services to a growing number of government and public sector agencies.
As part of ACCELQ’s efforts to expand offerings to a wider spectrum of domains, it has now exclusively aligned with the state/ local governments, and public sector agencies.
ACCELQ is now popular among more public sector organizations like California Public Utilities Commission, Michigan State Senate, Virginia State Police, Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities etc.
ACCELQ provides testing solutions for existing package applications like Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics 360, Oracle, SAP, etc., already in use by public sector businesses.

California American Water Reaches Partial Settlement Agreement in Its General Rate Case on Revenues for 2024 through 2026

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Friday, November 17, 2023

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Earlier today, California American Water filed with the California Public Utilities Commission its partial settlement agreement for its statewide General Rate Case to set revenue for 2024 to 2026.

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Earlier today, California American Water filed with the California Public Utilities Commission its partial settlement agreement for its statewide General Rate Case to set revenue for 2024 to 2026.
Under the terms of the settlement, California American Water is entitled to additional annualized water and wastewater revenue increases of $19.96 million in test year 2024, $15.51 million for escalation year 2025 and $15.44 million for attrition year 2026.
Regulated water utilities like California American Water are required by law to file a General Rate Case every three years with the CPUC to set revenues and rates.
While other parties are involved in this General Rate Case, the settlement announced today is with the California Public Advocates Office.

HEI Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

ASB’s third quarter 2023 net income was $11.4 million, compared to $20.2 million in the second quarter of 2023 and $20.8 million in the third quarter of 2022.

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ASB’s third quarter 2023 net income was $11.4 million, compared to $20.2 million in the second quarter of 2023 and $20.8 million in the third quarter of 2022.
For the third quarter of 2023, the average cost of funds was 1.02%, up 19 basis points versus the linked quarter and up 89 basis points versus the prior year quarter.
Return on average assets was 0.47% for the third quarter of 2023, compared to 0.84% in the linked quarter and 0.89% in the prior year quarter.
The holding and other companies’ net loss was $13.7 million in the third quarter of 2023 compared to $8.4 million in the third quarter of 2022.

Innovative Technology That Uses Solar Energy to Convert 100% Renewable Biogas to Hydrogen and Graphitic Carbon on Display During the United Nations' COP 28 Meeting in Dubai

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) announced today that an innovative technology developed by UCLA researchers with potential project support from SoCalGas if approved by the California Public Utility Commission (CPUC), is currently on display at the 28th session of the Conference of Parties (COP 28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The work is part of the technology showcase selected and organized by the group Prototypes for Humanity from November 29th – December 2nd. The goal of the technology is to use renewable solar energy and biogas to produce hydrogen and high-quality cylindrical graphite through an environmentally sustainable process. If developed at scale, this technology has the potential to be applicable to fuel cells, microgrids, and utility-scale hydrogen production.

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The work is part of the technology showcase selected and organized by the group Prototypes for Humanity from November 29th – December 2nd.
The goal of the technology is to use renewable solar energy and biogas to produce hydrogen and high-quality cylindrical graphite through an environmentally sustainable process.
If developed at scale, this technology has the potential to be applicable to fuel cells, microgrids, and utility-scale hydrogen production.
Clean energy innovations designed to decarbonize hard-to-electrify sectors are a key component of California's efforts to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045.