El Paso Electric

UL Solutions Announces Appointment of Elisabeth Tørstad and George A. Williams to Board of Directors

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Friday, November 10, 2023

UL Solutions Inc. , a global leader in applied safety science, today announced the appointment of two additional members to its board of directors, Elisabeth Tørstad, CEO of professional services firm Asplan Viak AS, and George A. Williams, president and CEO of PMI Energy Solutions, increasing the number of directors to 13.

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  • UL Solutions Inc. , a global leader in applied safety science, today announced the appointment of two additional members to its board of directors, Elisabeth Tørstad, CEO of professional services firm Asplan Viak AS, and George A. Williams, president and CEO of PMI Energy Solutions, increasing the number of directors to 13.
  • Both new members also serve on the board of trustees of UL Research Institutes, the nonprofit safety science research organization within the UL enterprise.
  • “I am delighted to welcome our newest members to the UL Solutions board of directors,” said James M. Shannon, UL Solutions board chairman.
  • Tørstad is also a member of the board of directors of Aker Solutions ASA and the deputy chair of the governing board of Peace Research Institutes Oslo.

Meridian Integration and El Paso Electric Complete Implementation of Oracle Energy and Water Customer Cloud Service

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- El Paso Electric (EPE), in collaboration with Meridian Integration , has implemented Oracle Utilities Customer Cloud Services (CCS) to enhance various aspects of its operations in the energy sector.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- El Paso Electric (EPE), in collaboration with Meridian Integration , has implemented Oracle Utilities Customer Cloud Services (CCS) to enhance various aspects of its operations in the energy sector.
  • The adoption of Oracle CCS has a significant impact on improving customer care and billing processes.
  • "Meridian has supported the Oracle needs of El Paso Electric for eleven years and were honored to be trusted with the implementation of CCS," said Day Fay, COO­ of Meridian Integration .
  • EPE's partnership with Meridian Integration to implement Oracle's Utilities Customer Cloud Services is a strategic move to enhance efficiency, security, and customer relationships in the energy sector.

El Paso Electric Releases Request for Proposals for Renewable Energy for New Mexico

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Friday, October 6, 2023

El Paso Electric Company (EPE) issues a Request for Proposals (RFP) to obtain short-term and/or long-term renewable energy resources for its New Mexico customers by 2027 (2023 NM RPS RFP).

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  • El Paso Electric Company (EPE) issues a Request for Proposals (RFP) to obtain short-term and/or long-term renewable energy resources for its New Mexico customers by 2027 (2023 NM RPS RFP).
  • The New Mexico Renewable Energy Act (REA) requires EPE to meet 40% of its New Mexico retail energy sales with renewable energy resources beginning in 2025, increasing to 50% in 2030.
  • Only renewable energy that is delivered to EPE and assigned to New Mexico customers is eligible for RPS requirements under the REA.
  • The RFP welcomes all forms of renewable energy resources, particularly those that come bundled with their associate Renewable Energy Certificates and attributes as defined by the REA.

EDF Renewables North America Signs Agreement with El Paso Electric for Solar+Storage Project

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Monday, September 25, 2023

“We are very pleased to partner with El Paso Electric and contribute to its commitment to provide responsible, sustainable, and reliable energy to its customers,” said Matthew Beltz, Director, Origination & Power Marketing at EDF Renewables.

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  • “We are very pleased to partner with El Paso Electric and contribute to its commitment to provide responsible, sustainable, and reliable energy to its customers,” said Matthew Beltz, Director, Origination & Power Marketing at EDF Renewables.
  • EDF Renewables, one of the largest renewable developers in North America, is committed to providing solutions to meet our customer’s carbon-reduction goals.
  • EDF Renewables North America is a market leading independent power producer and service provider with 35 years of expertise in renewable energy.
  • EDF Renewables North America is a subsidiary of EDF Renewables, the dedicated renewable energy affiliate of the EDF Group.

D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI) Announces Regulatory Approval of 130MWac Carne Solar and Storage Project with El Paso Electric

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

NEW YORK, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI), today announced the Carne Solar Project (Carne) has received New Mexico Public Regulatory Commission (NMPRC) regulatory approval of its offtake contracts with El Paso Electric (EPE).

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  • NEW YORK, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI), today announced the Carne Solar Project (Carne) has received New Mexico Public Regulatory Commission (NMPRC) regulatory approval of its offtake contracts with El Paso Electric (EPE).
  • Carne is a 130-megawatt (MWac) solar + 65-MWac battery storage facility located in Luna County, New Mexico.
  • "DESRI is thrilled with the Carne project's NMPRC approval, along with its continued progress towards construction start and producing power for New Mexicans.
  • "The NMPRC's approval is a significant milestone for the Carne project and underscores our commitment to advancing our renewable energy initiatives.

El Paso Electric Enhances Customer Service with Oracle Cloud

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Monday, May 1, 2023

EL PASO, Texas and AUSTIN, Texas, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To better serve its 460,000 customers, El Paso Electric (EPE) has upgraded its customer information system to Oracle Utilities Customer Cloud Service. By migrating to an integrated customer billing and meter data management cloud platform, the utility created a foundation for enhanced service offerings that will also support its smart meter rollout. EPE teamed up with Oracle Consulting Services as a major participant in the implementation.

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  • Major Texas utility plugs in Oracle Customer Cloud Service to enable smart meters, enhance customer experience, and simplify technology infrastructure
    EL PASO, Texas and AUSTIN, Texas, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To better serve its 460,000 customers, El Paso Electric (EPE) has upgraded its customer information system to Oracle Utilities Customer Cloud Service.
  • "El Paso Electric's mission is to transform the energy landscape, and technology helps us drive efficiency, customer experience and security to capture opportunities in our evolving industry," said Cheryl Mele, VP of Customer Care and Communications, El Paso Electric.
  • With the Oracle Utilities Customer Cloud Service integrated solution, we expect to regularly leverage new functionality to drive our business and process optimization strategies.
  • Instead of installing a separate MDM system, the utility decided migrating to Oracle Utilities Customer Cloud Service for an integrated customer and MDM platform was the best option.

El Paso Electric Highlights Their Sustainable Energy Initiatives in VISION 2045 Campaign

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

El Paso Electric (EPE) announced today the release of a short film for the VISION 2045 campaign, an initiative that highlights stories of sustainability champions leading the way in innovation.

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  • El Paso Electric (EPE) announced today the release of a short film for the VISION 2045 campaign, an initiative that highlights stories of sustainability champions leading the way in innovation.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230418005476/en/
    The short film, released on April 14, 2023, showcases EPE's commitment to transitioning to cleaner and sustainable energy sources.
  • EPE plans to produce 715 MW of renewable energy by 2026, with a goal to achieve 80% carbon-free energy by 2035 in the pursuit of 100% by 2045.
  • "We're proud to be part of the VISION 2045 initiative and showcase our efforts towards achieving a sustainable and clean energy future," said Kelly Tomblin, President and Chief Executive Officer of El Paso Electric.

Let the Sunshine In: Cleaning Up After the El Paso Chamber's Misinformation Campaign

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Preserve and attract new talent to our city.

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  • Preserve and attract new talent to our city.
  • Myths and false statements by the Chamber of Commerce and their fossil fuel members:
    It won't cost the city $9B or lose 198K jobs.
  • This is a delta of over $500 million over 25 years.
  • Prop K states we should assess purchasing El Paso Electric and possibly turn it into a municipally owned utility.

Yoko Otani Named to HEI and American Savings Bank Boards of Directors; Mary Kipp Joins Hawaiian Electric Board

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

HONOLULU, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (NYSE: HE) (HEI), the parent company to Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. (Hawaiian Electric) and American Savings Bank, F.S.B.

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  • HONOLULU, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (NYSE: HE) (HEI), the parent company to Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. (Hawaiian Electric) and American Savings Bank, F.S.B.
  • Effective January 1, 2023Yoko Otaniwill serve on the HEI and ASB boards of directors while Mary Kipp will serve on the Hawaiian Electric board of directors.
  • Otani brings significant experience in finance, financial services and risk management to the HEI and ASB Boards.
  • "Mary Kipp has exceptionally valuable experience across several institutions within the energy sector and we are equally excited to name her to the Hawaiian Electric board.

Supply Wisdom® Appoints Risk Management Visionary Catherine Allen to Board of Directors

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Thursday, August 4, 2022

“I am excited to join Supply Wisdom’s Board and the esteemed professionals on it,” said Allen. “I have long admired Atul’s vision, professionalism, integrity and the culture he has created at Supply Wisdom -- much less the talent he has attracted. Together, we will bring cutting-edge third-party risk intelligence to more global businesses as demand continues to spike.”

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  • Supply Wisdom the leader in continuous risk intelligence and actions today announced the appointment of Catherine Allen to its Board of Directors as an independent director, effective August 4, 2022.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Catherine Allen to the Supply Wisdom Board," said Atul Vashistha, chairman and CEO, Supply Wisdom.
  • She is also Founder and Chairman of the Board at Shared Assessments, a global membership organization dedicated to driving third-party risk assurance and Board Risk Committee, the first peer forum dedicated to Board Directors, Chief Risk Officers, and other Leaders in Risk Management.
  • Allen will join Shelley Leibowitz and Jim Routh on the Board and brings her extensive experience and contacts in risk management, cybersecurity, financial services, strategic planning, corporate board governance and acquisition areas to Supply Wisdom.