Disadvantaged

CLARK CONSTRUCTION SMALL BUSINESS INCLUSION PROGRAM RESULTS IN NEARLY ONE BILLION DOLLARS IN CONTRACT AWARDS NATIONWIDE SINCE ITS CREATION

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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Launched in 2021, this voluntary small business inclusion initiative applies to every Clark project that does not otherwise have a small business participation goal dedicating a minimum participation target of 15 percent from small, disadvantaged-, minority-, and women-owned firms.

Key Points: 
  • Launched in 2021, this voluntary small business inclusion initiative applies to every Clark project that does not otherwise have a small business participation goal dedicating a minimum participation target of 15 percent from small, disadvantaged-, minority-, and women-owned firms.
  • The SDBE15 program is a component of Clark’s holistic approach to developing and mentoring small and diverse-owned business enterprises.
  • Established nearly 18 years ago, Clark’s Strategic Partnership Program (SPP) provides an intensive executive MBA-style development course targeted to small business leaders at no cost.
  • Bringing together small business leaders with Clark executives, prime businesses, and local certifying agencies, Clark’s Small and Diverse Business Expo (SDBX) pairs networking and education in a conference format.

SD3IT Earns EDWOSB and WOSB Certifications

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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SEFFNER, Fla., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SD3IT, LLC has earned the Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) and Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) classifications.

Key Points: 
  • SEFFNER, Fla., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SD3IT, LLC has earned the Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) and Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) classifications.
  • SD3IT has vast experience and past performance in providing next level solutions for customer and data centric business requirements with the federal government.
  • The power of people and collaboration is key to providing customized needs for the defense and critical IT infrastructure of our nation.
  • To help provide a level playing field for women business owners, the government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contract program.

Nth Cycle Receives $7.2M 48C Tax Credit Allocation from U.S. Department of Energy for Groundbreaking Critical Metal Refining Facility in Fairfield, OH

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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BOSTON, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nth Cycle, a pioneering critical metal refining company, announced that it has been awarded a $7.2M tax credit allocation under the Inflation Reduction Act's Advanced Energy Project Tax Credit (48C) program , administered by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nth Cycle, a pioneering critical metal refining company, announced that it has been awarded a $7.2M tax credit allocation under the Inflation Reduction Act's Advanced Energy Project Tax Credit (48C) program , administered by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
  • Nth Cycle will use the tax credit to help establish the nation's first large-scale production of Mixed Hydroxide Precipitate (MHP) at the company's facility in Fairfield, Ohio.
  • Nth Cycle's facility projects to create new positions in Fairfield, offering crucial employment prospects within the burgeoning clean energy sector.
  • Under the program, Nth Cycle's initiative stands out as a significant step towards bolstering America's critical mineral and battery supply chain.

Redding Rancheria Economic Development Corporation to bring Affordable TrueGreen Hydrogen™ to Native American communities

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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Through this project, H2 Energy Group will work with Redding Rancheria Economic Development Corporation to bring Affordable TrueGreen Hydrogen™ to Native American communities and Disadvantaged Communities in the area.

Key Points: 
  • Through this project, H2 Energy Group will work with Redding Rancheria Economic Development Corporation to bring Affordable TrueGreen Hydrogen™ to Native American communities and Disadvantaged Communities in the area.
  • "We are thrilled to be partnering with Redding Rancheria Economic Development Corporation to bring clean energy to Native American communities," said Jim McGinley, CEO of H2 Energy Group.
  • H2 Energy Group and Redding Rancheria Economic Development Corporation will work together to identify and implement TrueGreen Hydrogen™ production and distribution projects in Native American and Disadvantaged Communities.
  • The company is committed to deploying its TrueGreen Hydrogen™ technology directly in collaboration with organizations like Redding Rancheria Economic Development Corporation to bring the social and economic benefits of Affordable TrueGreen Hydrogen™ to underserved communities.

Dandelion Energy Calls for "Switch to Geothermal" in Westchester County, Advocating to Make This the Last Winter Burning Fossil Fuels

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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MOUNT KISCO, N.Y., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dandelion Energy, the nation's leading home geothermal company, today has kicked off an official call to "switch to geothermal" in a new clean energy advocacy campaign in Westchester County. With a core mission to make geothermal systems equitable, accessible, and affordable for every homeowner, the company is laying the groundwork for a sustainable, energy-efficient future starting right where it was originally founded: in New York state.

Key Points: 
  • New Incentives Open Geothermal Access to Disadvantaged Communities in Westchester, Decrease Costs for All Homeowners
    As winter approaches, Dandelion strongly advises homeowners to consider the benefits of geothermal heating and cooling.
  • Since its inception in New York, Dandelion has had Westchester as one of its primary service areas.
  • Any energy derived from burning fossil fuels creates health and safety risks, including those posed by fire and carbon monoxide.
  • We are poised, ready, and immensely grateful for the chance to provide geothermal heating and cooling solutions to Westchester County, especially as winter approaches."

FirstElement Fuel Expands its True Zero Hydrogen Refueling Network as it Opens its 41st Station in Oakland, California

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
California Air Resources Board, Climate change, CTE, FEF, Port, DAC, CEC, Transport, California Energy Commission, Hydrogen, Port of Oakland, Environment, Disadvantaged, Partnership, CARB, H70, Hyundai Motor Company, Investment, Fuel cell, Eno Center for Transportation, Warehouse, Coal

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstElement Fuel Inc. ("FEF" or the "Company") today announced the public opening of a new high-capacity retail hydrogen station in Oakland, CA, expanding its True Zero hydrogen network to 41 fully public, retail locations. The new hydrogen station, which uses FEF's proprietary design, has 4 dispensers capable of simultaneously providing H70 standard fills with a capacity of 1600 kilograms per day (or the equivalent of refueling 450 hydrogen-powered cars per day) making it the highest-performing retail hydrogen station in the world. The Oakland station represents the ninth such high-output station installed and operated by FEF.

Key Points: 
  • FirstElement Fuel, world leader in hydrogen refueling solutions, opens its latest high-capacity retail station, begins commissioning a multi-use Heavy Duty Truck Station near the Port of Oakland and breaks ground on a new station in Redwood City, CA.
  • IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstElement Fuel Inc. ("FEF" or the "Company") today announced the public opening of a new high-capacity retail hydrogen station in Oakland, CA, expanding its True Zero hydrogen network to 41 fully public, retail locations.
  • FEF is also commissioning its multi-use heavy-duty truck hydrogen station near the Port of Oakland (the "Oakland Multi-Use Station") and breaking ground on a new retail hydrogen station in Redwood City, CA.
  • The Redwood City station will add a new refueling location with 4 dispensers to California's hydrogen refueling network and become FEF's 42nd hydrogen station

FirstElement Fuel Expands its True Zero Hydrogen Refueling Network as it Opens its 41st Station in Oakland, California

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
California Air Resources Board, Climate change, CTE, FEF, Port, DAC, CEC, Transport, California Energy Commission, Hydrogen, Port of Oakland, Environment, Disadvantaged, Partnership, CARB, H70, Hyundai Motor Company, Investment, Fuel cell, Eno Center for Transportation, Warehouse, Coal

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstElement Fuel Inc. ("FEF" or the "Company") today announced the public opening of a new high-capacity retail hydrogen station in Oakland, CA, expanding its True Zero hydrogen network to 41 fully public, retail locations. The new hydrogen station, which uses FEF's proprietary design, has 4 dispensers capable of simultaneously providing H70 standard fills with a capacity of 1600 kilograms per day (or the equivalent of refueling 450 hydrogen-powered cars per day) making it the highest-performing retail hydrogen station in the world. The Oakland station represents the ninth such high-output station installed and operated by FEF.

Key Points: 
  • FirstElement Fuel, world leader in hydrogen refueling solutions, opens its latest high-capacity retail station, begins commissioning a multi-use Heavy Duty Truck Station near the Port of Oakland and breaks ground on a new station in Redwood City, CA.
  • IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstElement Fuel Inc. ("FEF" or the "Company") today announced the public opening of a new high-capacity retail hydrogen station in Oakland, CA, expanding its True Zero hydrogen network to 41 fully public, retail locations.
  • FEF is also commissioning its multi-use heavy-duty truck hydrogen station near the Port of Oakland (the "Oakland Multi-Use Station") and breaking ground on a new retail hydrogen station in Redwood City, CA.
  • The Redwood City station will add a new refueling location with 4 dispensers to California's hydrogen refueling network and become FEF's 42nd hydrogen station

MULTIPLYING GOOD ANNOUNCES 51ST ANNUAL JEFFERSON AWARDS CELEBRATING SERVICE AND VOLUNTEERISM

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Multiplying Good is thrilled to announce its 51st Annual Jefferson Awards, an illustrious event that will pay tribute to the extraordinary dedication and selflessness of service-minded individuals across our nation. On Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at 7:30 PM ET at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City, this year's event promises to be a spectacular evening, filled with inspiring stories, recognition of notable public figures and outstanding Multiplying Good program participants culminating in a celebration of the power of giving back.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Multiplying Good is thrilled to announce its 51st Annual Jefferson Awards, an illustrious event that will pay tribute to the extraordinary dedication and selflessness of service-minded individuals across our nation.
  • Celebrating the power of service, the evening will honor notable public figures and Multiplying Good program participants.
  • The Jefferson Awards will bring together supporters, past award recipients, and service champions.
  • The Jefferson Awards is the nation's largest and longest-running awards ceremony honoring public service.

Clean Power Alliance Board of Directors Approves Six Power Purchase Agreements for its Power Share Program

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Saturday, September 9, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- During its Sept. 7, 2023, regular meeting, the Clean Power Alliance (CPA) Board of Directors approved six 20-year Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) to expand its community solar program. These agreements with logistics real estate leader Prologis fulfill the capacity for CPA's Power Share program. The resulting additional capacity will provide 100% renewable energy at a 20% bill discount to approximately 1,400 additional CPA low-income customers.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- During its Sept. 7, 2023, regular meeting, the Clean Power Alliance (CPA) Board of Directors approved six 20-year Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) to expand its community solar program.
  • These agreements with logistics real estate leader Prologis fulfill the capacity for CPA's Power Share program.
  • "We continue to invest in our local communities to provide low-income customers access to 100% renewable energy at an appreciable discount," said Ted Bardacke, CEO of Clean Power Alliance.
  • CPA's Power Share program is comprised of two California Public Utilities Commission-approved programs: the Disadvantaged Community Green Tariff (DAC-GT) program and the Community Solar Green Tariff (CSGT) program, which are jointly marketed as Power Share.

Construction Begins on Largest Community Solar Project for Low-Income Residents in California

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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FRESNO, Calif., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Construction has begun on the Fresno Disadvantaged Community (DAC) Solar Farm, the largest shared solar project for disadvantaged communities in California and the first utility-scale solar farm within Fresno. The 10 MW system will provide energy cost savings directly to qualifying low-income residents under PG&E's Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff (DAC-GT) Program.  The project was made possible by close collaboration between White Pine Renewables and the City of Fresno.

Key Points: 
  • Fresno's Disadvantaged Community Solar Farm will reduce electricity costs for some disadvantaged community rate payers, and provide solar jobs to local residents
    FRESNO, Calif., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Construction has begun on the Fresno Disadvantaged Community (DAC) Solar Farm, the largest shared solar project for disadvantaged communities in California and the first utility-scale solar farm within Fresno.
  • Qualified low-income residents of Fresno will save 20% on their energy bills when subscribed to the Fresno DAC Community Solar Farm.
  • Several graduates are now employed at the Fresno DAC Community Solar Farm, where all workers receive a local prevailing wage.
  • "The Fresno DAC Community Solar Farm is the first project of its kind in California, but it will not be the last.