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Avangrid Foundation Provides $100,000 Grant to Expand Food Pantry at SUNY Broome

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Other Energy, Utilities, Oil, Gas, Energy, University, Philanthropy, Education, Foundation, Health, SUNY, Avangrid, RG&E, Partnership, SUNY Broome Community College, School, Food, Clothing, Food security, Volunteering, Student, Woman, Hygiene, AGR, RG

The Avangrid Foundation, the primary philanthropic arm of leading sustainable energy company Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), joined SUNY Broome today to celebrate the grand reopening of the college’s Hornet Hope Center, a newly upgraded on-campus food pantry and clothing closet.

Key Points: 
  • The Avangrid Foundation, the primary philanthropic arm of leading sustainable energy company Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), joined SUNY Broome today to celebrate the grand reopening of the college’s Hornet Hope Center, a newly upgraded on-campus food pantry and clothing closet.
  • This new student resource center was made possible thanks to a $100,000 grant from the Avangrid Foundation, continuing the Foundation’s commitment to supporting food security.
  • The Avangrid Foundation grant allowed the Center to move to a larger, newly renovated space on campus with energy-efficient lighting.
  • SUNY Broome is proud to partner with Community Hunger Outreach Warehouse (CHOW) , a network of food pantries in Broome County, to assist in stocking the food pantry, open to students during regular daytime hours and by appointment.

Avangrid Launches New Educational Tool to Simplify Billing for Utility Customers

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Friday, March 15, 2024
Education, Utilities, Technology, Oil, Gas, Audio, Video, Energy, Other Education, Electricity, PURA, Tax, The United Illuminating Company, EOE, RG&E, Public policy, Delivery, CMP, Workforce, AGR, RG, UI

This new educational tool will be available for customers of United Illuminating (UI) in Connecticut, Central Maine Power (CMP) in Maine, and New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) in New York.

Key Points: 
  • This new educational tool will be available for customers of United Illuminating (UI) in Connecticut, Central Maine Power (CMP) in Maine, and New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) in New York.
  • “Customer education is an important facet of how we serve our more than 3.3 million electric and natural gas customers across the northeast,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.
  • “We understand that energy bills can be frustratingly complex with supply and delivery charges, taxes, and public policy costs.
  • In Maine, CMP launched its first-ever animated bill explainer video last year on digital, web, and social platforms.

Avo Cigars In Collaboration With The World-Renowned DJ D-Nice To Release The Highly Anticipated Limited Edition Avo Expressions 2024

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
AVO, Taste, Coffee, Creativity, Music, RG

MIAMI, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Avo Cigars, a leader in hand-made premium cigars announces the release of the "Avo Expressions 2024." This highly anticipated blend is a collaboration with world-renowned DJ D-NICE. Only 6,900 boxes containing fifteen cigars were created of this exclusive brand.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Avo Cigars, a leader in hand-made premium cigars announces the release of the "Avo Expressions 2024."
  • This highly anticipated blend is a collaboration with world-renowned DJ D-NICE.
  • The Avo Expressions line of cigars was created with the purpose of collaborating with individuals who are true experts in their craft, following in the footsteps of the late Avo Uvezian, the founder of AVO Cigars.
  • The AVO Expressions cigars are housed in elegant wooden boxes, engraved with motifs inspired by the artistry of DJing.

AVO Cigars to Release the Highly Anticipated Limited Edition Avo Expressions 2024: A Collaboration with World-Renowned DJ D-NICE

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Friday, March 29, 2024
AVO, Taste, Coffee, Heart, Creativity, Music, RG, CMO, Davidoff, Tobacco

MIAMI, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AVO Cigars, a leader in hand-made premium cigars announces the release of the "Avo Expressions 2024." This highly anticipated blend is a collaboration with world-renowned DJ D-NICE. Only 6,900 boxes containing fifteen cigars were created of this exclusive brand.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AVO Cigars, a leader in hand-made premium cigars announces the release of the "Avo Expressions 2024."
  • This highly anticipated blend is a collaboration with world-renowned DJ D-NICE.
  • "AVO Expressions with its harmonious blend is a must-try, for both long-time fans and new explorers of the AVO Cigars journey."
  • The AVO Expressions cigars are housed in elegant wooden boxes, engraved with motifs inspired by the artistry of DJing.

Tecumseh Unveils Enhanced Portfolio to Comply with Lower GWP Standards at CMPX 2024

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
UL, HG, Tecumseh Products, ANN, Argus, ALX, Kigali Amendment, TC, College of Engineering (KNUST), FH, ASHRAE, Hydrofluorocarbon, Refrigeration, R-32, ARGUS, VS, RG, AJ2, AE2

ANN ARBOR, Mich. , March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tecumseh Products Company, a pioneering force in compressor and refrigeration systems, is set to present its diverse product range geared towards addressing the ongoing global industry requirements for a more sustainable future at the CMPX Expo 2024. In alignment with the Kigali Amendment, which calls for a gradual reduction in the use of HFCs globally, Tecumseh will showcase reliable R-290 reciprocating compressors and A2L classified solutions tailored for commercial refrigeration and some specific heat pump applications. Additionally, the company will introduce expanded Argus condensing units designed to meet heightened demands for Walk-In Cooler and Freezer applications.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, the company will introduce expanded Argus condensing units designed to meet heightened demands for Walk-In Cooler and Freezer applications.
  • Tecumseh proudly introduces two standout rotary compressor offerings, the RG and HG compressors, now compatible with R-454B, with an anticipated expansion of R-32 models in late 2024.
  • In the commercial refrigeration sector, Tecumseh is gearing up its system offerings to function with R-454C and R-455A for compressors exceeding 15cc displacement.
  • Following the updated UL standards in late 2023, R-290 refrigeration equipment will now be permitted a higher charge limit beyond 150g.

Avangrid Subsidiaries NYSEG and RG&E Advance Their First Whole Home Electrification Project in New York

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
Residential Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Other Energy, Utilities, Green Technology, Oil, Gas, Alternative Energy, Environment, Energy, Other Construction & Property, Sustainability, RG, AGR, CLCPA, NPAS, RGE, Retirement, NPA, Climate, Heat, RG&E, YES

The project, in Rochester Gas and Electric’s (RG&E) service area, will result in the removal of 119 feet of leak-prone gas main to ultimately achieve electrification of three homes via an NPA solution.

Key Points: 
  • The project, in Rochester Gas and Electric’s (RG&E) service area, will result in the removal of 119 feet of leak-prone gas main to ultimately achieve electrification of three homes via an NPA solution.
  • “These types of projects demonstrate our commitment to decarbonization efforts across the country,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.
  • For customers interested in pursuing electrification and other energy options, NYSEG and RG&E have options and resources available to assist with making energy decisions.
  • Check out Commercial Industrial Rebates - NYSEG or Commercial Industrial Rebates - RGE to review rebates available for businesses.

Avangrid Subsidiaries NYSEG and RG&E Deliver Best Reliability in Five Years

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Utilities, Energy, RG, AGR, Investment, Ageing, CAIDI, Life, RG&E, Automation, Electricity, Upstate New York, Renewable energy

New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) subsidiaries of Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced their best reliability in five years.

Key Points: 
  • New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) subsidiaries of Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced their best reliability in five years.
  • Delivering energy safely and reliably to their 1.9 million customers is the top priority for NYSEG and RG&E.
  • As the electric and gas infrastructure in Upstate New York ages, the Companies invest in the grid via reliability projects and upgrades to realize this objective.
  • In 2023, both NYSEG and RG&E delivered their best reliability results in the last five years, with significant year-over-year improvements.

Tecumseh Introduces New A2L, R290, and DC-Powered Refrigeration Technologies at AHR Expo 2024

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
VDC, ANN, RG, Refrigeration, Argus, BESS, AHR, Air conditioning, Electronics, HG, VS, AG, ASHRAE, McCormick Place, College of Engineering (KNUST), AJ2, EV, Atmosphere, Hydrofluorocarbon, ARGUS, UL, Tecumseh Products, FH

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tecumseh Products Company LLC, a global leader and innovator of commercial refrigeration technologies, will showcase its latest compressor and systems offering at McCormick Place (booth #S6720) during the upcoming AHR Expo 2024 in Chicago. Tecumseh's new products are optimized for low-GWP refrigerants in commercial refrigeration, heat pump climate control, and EV & transport refrigeration applications. Some highlights include A2L-ready rotary compressors for heat pumps, 12HP Argus condensing unit with paired CRIOS unit coolers, VDC eCompressors for electronics and mobile transport cooling and refrigeration. The year 2024 marks Tecumseh's 90th year anniversary since it was originally founded in 1934. Tecumseh will kick-off a series of its global anniversary celebrations during AHR Expo.

Key Points: 
  • Tecumseh's new products are optimized for low-GWP refrigerants in commercial refrigeration, heat pump climate control, and EV & transport refrigeration applications.
  • Tecumseh will kick-off a series of its global anniversary celebrations during AHR Expo.
  • At AHR Expo, Tecumseh will display rotary compressors which are optimized for hot water heat pump applications with A2L refrigerants.
  • Tecumseh will launch a series of celebrations in 2024 commencing at the AHR Expo, as they commemorate their historic 90th-year anniversary.

Avangrid Employees Volunteer More Than 23,000 Hours in 2023

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
Other Philanthropy, Other Energy, Utilities, Oil, Gas, Alternative Energy, Energy, Philanthropy, Foundation, CMP, Oregon Food Bank, Farmer, SCG, RG&E, CNG, House, Technical, American Cancer Society, Work, RG, AGR, Tree, Southern Connecticut Gas, Energized, Meal, Family, Food, Biodiversity, Humanity, Seed, Salvation, Habitat, House of Mercy, UI, Blessing, Connecticut Natural Gas, Wind, Education, Food security, Good, Organization, Volunteering, Child, Management

Avangrid (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, has announced that its employees have volunteered more than 23,000 hours in 2023, well surpassing the company’s original goal to volunteer 14,000 hours last year.

Key Points: 
  • Avangrid (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, has announced that its employees have volunteered more than 23,000 hours in 2023, well surpassing the company’s original goal to volunteer 14,000 hours last year.
  • Led by the Avangrid Foundation, employees volunteered in 26 states across the company’s service and operating areas, supporting more than 350 organizations.
  • Through this initiative, the Avangrid Foundation donates $15 per employee volunteer hour to qualifying organizations, up to 100 hours per employee.
  • Our New York employees led the way this year, volunteering more than 7,200 hours in 2023.

Avangrid’s Fourteen ESG+F Accolades in 2023 Cement Company as a Clean Energy Leader

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
Environment, Climate Change, Utilities, Oil, Gas, Professional Services, Alternative Energy, Sustainability, Energy, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Storm, Metaverse, Foreign Policy, NYSEG, Carbon, Foreign Policy Association, NYSE, Time (magazine), FTSE Russell, RG, CMP, Ethics, CNBC, AGR, Yearbook, Public utility, United, World News Media, USA Today, Capital, Annual report, Corporate governance, Hurricane Fiona, Iberdrola, Edison Electric Institute, Bloomberg, RG&E, Partnership, ESG, Ethisphere Institute, Parity, Medal of Honor, Policy, Renewable energy, Audit, Social, Avangrid, Biophysical environment

“I am very proud of all the hard work that has been accomplished this year,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.

Key Points: 
  • “I am very proud of all the hard work that has been accomplished this year,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.
  • “Each of these awards and recognitions demonstrates our commitment to building a clean energy future for all in partnership with the Iberdrola Group.
  • He was also presented with the prestigious Medal of Honor from the World Jurist Association for leadership in promoting clean energy and ESG+F principles.
  • Compliance Leader Verification (2023-2024) , by Ethisphere: A rigorous review of a company’s ethics and compliance program and corporate culture.