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Network Integrity Systems Released Information on Fiber Optic Sensing Technology

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Network Integrity Systems has released a new article promoting Fiber Optic Sensing Technology.

Key Points: 
  • In a recent article, Network Integrity Systems (NIS) offers modern sensing technologies to detect attempted intrusions in real time and help protect substations from ambush.
  • According to NIS, fiber optic sensing technology could have prevented these attacks.
  • With the implementation of fiber optic sensing technology, attacks made on substations can be neutralized.
  • NIS' INTERCEPTOR and VANGUARD data security solutions and their SENTINEL perimeter and asset protection solutions use fiber optic sensing technology to protect power stations, government and military facilities, National Security Information, data centers, and other critical infrastructure sectors.

PG&E’s Energy Training Centers Offer Free Educational Resources

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Friday, June 17, 2022

Through PG&E Energy Training Centers, California clean energy workers and jobseekers can access more than 400 educational resources to help expand their technical skills.

Key Points: 
  • Through PG&E Energy Training Centers, California clean energy workers and jobseekers can access more than 400 educational resources to help expand their technical skills.
  • Programs include live, online energy efficiency classes led by experts in fields such as architecture, construction, maintenance, and homebuilding.
  • The courses provide training in new technology and practical skills architects, engineers, HVAC technicians and others can apply on their jobs immediately.
  • The Energy Centers also offer resources for K-12 school programs, training to obtain certifications, and a free tool lending library for specific projects.

Calpine to Announce Third Quarter 2020 Results on November 13, 2020 and Debut of Debt Investor Portal

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Friday, October 23, 2020

Calpine Corporation plans to release third quarter 2020 financial results on Friday, November 13, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • Calpine Corporation plans to release third quarter 2020 financial results on Friday, November 13, 2020.
  • Calpine Corporation is Americas largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets.
  • Our fleet of 77 power plants in operation or under construction represents over 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity.
  • Through wholesale power operations and our retail businesses Calpine Energy Solutions and Champion Energy, we serve customers in 23 states, Canada and Mexico.

Calpine’s York 2 Energy Center Achieves Commercial Operation

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Monday, March 18, 2019

Calpine Corporations newest combined-cycle power plant, the York 2 Energy Center in Peach Bottom Township, Pennsylvania, commenced commercial operation on March 17, 2019, adding 828 megawatts of efficient, reliable and environmentally responsible electric generation capacity to the Mid-Atlantic power grid.

Key Points: 
  • Calpine Corporations newest combined-cycle power plant, the York 2 Energy Center in Peach Bottom Township, Pennsylvania, commenced commercial operation on March 17, 2019, adding 828 megawatts of efficient, reliable and environmentally responsible electric generation capacity to the Mid-Atlantic power grid.
  • This new power plant is co-located with Calpines existing 565 megawatt York Energy Center, which commenced operation in 2011.
  • Plants with flexible, dual-fuel capabilities like our York energy centers are playing an increasingly important role in ensuring power reliability in the PJM region, said Calpines President and Chief Executive Officer Thad Hill.
  • Through wholesale power operations and our retail businesses Calpine Energy Solutions and Champion Energy , we serve customers in 24 states, Canada and Mexico.