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Stem and SB Energy Announce Technology and Commercial Alliance to Advance AI-Enabled Energy Management of Utility Scale Renewables

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Stem (NYSE: STEM), a global leader in AI-driven clean energy solutions and services, and SB Energy, a leading U.S. developer, owner, and operator of utility scale solar and energy storage assets, today announced that the two companies have entered a multi-year technology and commercial alliance.

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  • Stem (NYSE: STEM), a global leader in AI-driven clean energy solutions and services, and SB Energy, a leading U.S. developer, owner, and operator of utility scale solar and energy storage assets, today announced that the two companies have entered a multi-year technology and commercial alliance.
  • In addition, Stem will be SB Energy’s preferred partner for the energy management system (EMS) for 10 GWh of SB Energy’s energy storage pipeline across North America, including CAISO and ERCOT, over the next five years.
  • “As a leader in developing and operating high value renewable energy projects at scale, SB Energy has greatly contributed to North America’s clean energy transition.
  • SB Energy selected Stem for its established energy storage expertise with more than 31 million run-time hours and 3 GWh of storage projects contracted or deployed on Athena, Stem’s award-winning AI clean energy platform.

MNA's Bill Requiring That Forensic Patients Entering DMH Facilities Be Put in a Designated Forensic Unit Upon Admission Will Be Heard at Statehouse on Monday, October 30

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Monday, October 30, 2023

This bill specifically targets admission of certain categories of patients (forensic patients) to DMH continuing care facilities and it would require that these patients — upon admission to the facility — be put into a designated forensic unit.

Key Points: 
  • This bill specifically targets admission of certain categories of patients (forensic patients) to DMH continuing care facilities and it would require that these patients — upon admission to the facility — be put into a designated forensic unit.
  • Admitting forensic patients to continuing care units mixes them with other patient populations, which is problematic and dangerous for everyone involved: continuing care patients, forensic patients, staff, and visitors.
  • Forensic patients are a specialized population requiring specialized care, and many of these patients arrive at DMH facilities highly unstable, not stabilized on medication, and floridly psychotic.
  • Forensic patients in Massachusetts are being admitted to DMH continuing care facilities with increasing frequency.

Improving Seismic Resiliency of Bridges in North America

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Monday, October 30, 2023

Structural Technologies, LLC (ST) announced today the debut of three new products that improve seismic resiliency.

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  • Structural Technologies, LLC (ST) announced today the debut of three new products that improve seismic resiliency.
  • The team will be focused on delivering the next generation of products to the transportation sector with solutions geared toward creating higher-performing bridges that withstand seismic events.
  • Peter Emmons, SGI CEO, commented, "The technologies we are adding will save lives and improve the serviceability of bridges following seismic events.
  • Resilience is our goal and returning bridges to service faster will bring significant positive impacts to communities affected by earthquakes."

MNA's Bill Requiring That Forensic Patients Entering DMH Facilities Be Put in a Designated Forensic Unit Upon Admission Will Be Heard at Statehouse on Monday, October 30

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Friday, October 27, 2023

This bill specifically targets admission of certain categories of patients (forensic patients) to DMH continuing care facilities and it would require that these patients — upon admission to the facility — be put into a designated forensic unit.

Key Points: 
  • This bill specifically targets admission of certain categories of patients (forensic patients) to DMH continuing care facilities and it would require that these patients — upon admission to the facility — be put into a designated forensic unit.
  • Admitting forensic patients to continuing care units mixes them with other patient populations, which is problematic and dangerous for everyone involved: continuing care patients, forensic patients, staff, and visitors.
  • Forensic patients are a specialized population requiring specialized care, and many of these patients arrive at DMH facilities highly unstable, not stabilized on medication, and floridly psychotic.
  • Forensic patients in Massachusetts are being admitted to DMH continuing care facilities with increasing frequency.

SkyBell Technologies Announces Successful Patent Infringement Ruling

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SkyBell Technologies, a pioneer in video doorbell and smart home security solutions, is pleased to announce a successful outcome in its recent patent infringement lawsuit against Vivint Inc. On Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, a federal jury in the Sherman Division of the Eastern District of Texas rendered its verdict, determining that Vivint Inc. willfully infringed upon two of SkyBell's patents, leading to a damage award of $45.4 million in favor of SkyBell's subsidiary, SB IP Holdings LLC. Notably, this case revolves around just two of the more than 150 patents that SkyBell proudly owns, encompassing innovations at the front door and broader home IoT arena. These groundbreaking patents provide homeowners the capacity to view their front door's entrance through smartphone apps and transmit video data seamlessly, setting a benchmark in the realm of video doorbell technology.

Key Points: 
  • "This lawsuit underscored our commitment to principle, innovation, and the sanctity of intellectual property rights," remarked Giovanni Tomaselli, President of SkyBell Technologies.
  • He continued, "We embarked on this legal journey to safeguard the intellectual achievements that have set SkyBell apart in the industry.
  • As SkyBell looks ahead, this landmark ruling with respect to the U.S. Patent Nos.
  • For further information on SkyBell Technologies or to obtain comments about the lawsuit, please reach out to Tyler Gilbreth at [email protected] .

Public schools and faith-based chaplains: Texas’ new combination is testing the First Amendment

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

Beaumont Independent School District recruited volunteer clergy to counsel K-12 students on topics such as self-esteem, peer pressure and violence.

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  • Beaumont Independent School District recruited volunteer clergy to counsel K-12 students on topics such as self-esteem, peer pressure and violence.
  • The goal, officials said, was to create volunteer opportunities, encourage conversation about civic values and morality, and enhance safe learning environments.
  • Local boards have until March 1, 2024, to choose whether to allow chaplain programs in their schools.

Lone Star State

  • In fact, Texas ranks 23rd in the nation in student-to-counselor ratios, with almost 400 students for every counselor.
  • One bill requiring officials to display a 16-by-20-inch copy of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom was passed in the state Senate but died on the floor of the House in May 2023.

Shifts at SCOTUS

  • The most famous of these was often called “the Lemon test,” referring to the court’s 1971 decision in Lemon v. Kurtzman.
  • According to the endorsement test, a policy is permissible if a “reasonable observer” would not think it was endorsing or disapproving of religion.
  • Finally, in 1992, the court abandoned a test it applied only once, in Lee v. Weisman: coercion.
  • The justices invalidated prayer at a public school graduation ceremony on the basis that it coerced people present into listening.

Crossing the line?

  • Even so, SB 763 raises at least three thorny issues about how to assess whether a policy violates the First Amendment.
  • Having faith-based chaplains – a move many Texas chaplains themselves oppose – arguably puts the power of the state behind their actions.
  • Third is the question of which faiths will be represented and whether the chaplain program would appear to endorse some religions over others.

Votes ahead

  • Boards have begun to vote on whether to allow chaplains in their schools.
  • SB 763 raises serious questions about what crosses the line toward establishing religion that, I believe, will likely result in litigation.
  • Thus, both sides – whether in favor of or opposed to having chaplains in schools – should be mindful of the aphorism to “be careful what you wish for.”


Charles J. Russo does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

SB Financial Group, Inc. Announces Schedule for Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Friday, October 6, 2023

DEFIANCE, Ohio, Oct. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SB Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SBFG), a diversified financial services company providing full-service community banking, mortgage banking, wealth management, private client and title insurance services, expects to release its third quarter 2023 financial results on Monday, October 30, 2023, after the close of the market.

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  • DEFIANCE, Ohio, Oct. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SB Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SBFG), a diversified financial services company providing full-service community banking, mortgage banking, wealth management, private client and title insurance services, expects to release its third quarter 2023 financial results on Monday, October 30, 2023, after the close of the market.
  • The company will hold a related conference call and webcast on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. EDT.
  • Interested parties may access the conference call by dialing 888-338-9469 and requesting the “SB Financial Group Conference Call.” The conference call also will be webcast live at ir.yourstatebank.com .
  • An audio replay of the call will be available on the SB Financial Group website.

California Governor Gavin Newsom Signs Historic Wave Energy Legislation into Law

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Monday, October 9, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, applauds California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605") into law - a historic moment for wave energy in America.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, applauds California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605") into law - a historic moment for wave energy in America.
  • The legislation directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility of wave and tidal energy in California, including the costs and benefits of implementing the technology across the state's coastline.
  • I thank Governor Newsom for signing this important legislation into law," said Senator Steve Padilla (D-San Diego), who introduced and authored SB 605.
  • The California Energy Commission will work with various state agencies and stakeholders to identify suitable locations for wave energy and tidal energy projects in both Californian and federal waters.

California Governor Gavin Newsom Signs Historic Wave Energy Legislation into Law

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Monday, October 9, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, applauds California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605") into law - a historic moment for wave energy in America.

Key Points: 
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, applauds California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605") into law - a historic moment for wave energy in America.
  • The legislation directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility of wave and tidal energy in California, including the costs and benefits of implementing the technology across the state's coastline.
  • I thank Governor Newsom for signing this important legislation into law," said Senator Steve Padilla (D-San Diego), who introduced and authored SB 605.
  • The California Energy Commission will work with various state agencies and stakeholders to identify suitable locations for wave energy and tidal energy projects in both Californian and federal waters.

Wind Energy Market to grow by USD 41.75 billion from 2021 to 2026 | The need for sustainable energy and increasing focus on energy security to boost market growth- Technavio

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Friday, October 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The wind energy market is expected to grow by USD 41.75 billion from 2021 to 2026, according to Technavio.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The wind energy market is expected to grow by USD 41.75 billion from 2021 to 2026, according to Technavio.
  • The global off-grid wind energy market is expected to grow rapidly during the forecast period due to the Need for sustainable energy and an increasing focus on energy security.
  • Acciona SA - The company offers wind energy solutions such as construction to the operation and maintenance of wind farms.
  • The wind energy market share growth by the onshore segment will be significant during the forecast period.