National Clean Energy Business Plan Competition

Plug Power Hosts Analyst Day, Showcasing the World’s First 15TPD Green Hydrogen Plant

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

LATHAM, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ: PLUG), a global leader in comprehensive hydrogen solutions for the green hydrogen economy, today will host its Analyst Day showcasing the accomplishments to date of its 15 ton per day (TPD) liquid green hydrogen plant in Camden County, Georgia.

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  • LATHAM, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ: PLUG), a global leader in comprehensive hydrogen solutions for the green hydrogen economy, today will host its Analyst Day showcasing the accomplishments to date of its 15 ton per day (TPD) liquid green hydrogen plant in Camden County, Georgia.
  • Plug will share how the Georgia plant strengthens Plug’s long-term position as the global leader in green hydrogen production and supplier of electrolyzers.
  • The plant is grid-connected, which should ensure a steady supply of power that is critical for a liquid hydrogen plant.
  • Plug is excited to showcase the plant that will help ensure demand as customers expedite adoption of green hydrogen and decarbonize multiple different industries.

Renewa Secures $450m of Capital

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Renewa, a leading land and infrastructure investor in the renewable energy industry, today announced that it has secured $450 million (US) of committed capital, led by QIC, a leading institutional investment manager and advisor. The new capital will enable the company to further its mission to help advance the transition to renewable energy in the United States.  

Key Points: 
  • The new capital will enable the company to further its mission to help advance the transition to renewable energy in the United States.
  • With a presence in more than 30 gigawatts of projects, Renewa has one of the most diversified land exposures to U.S. renewable energy.
  • Their appointments bring extensive expertise to the Renewa team in developing, operating and financing energy projects.
  • Natalie Jackson, an energy executive with a significant track-record of executing and structuring complex financing transactions, is Chief of Capital Markets and Structuring at TES.

Opportune LLP is Pleased to Announce the Addition of Steve Kennedy as Managing Director

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Opportune LLP, a leading global business advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Steve Kennedy has joined the firm as a Managing Director.

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  • Opportune LLP, a leading global business advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Steve Kennedy has joined the firm as a Managing Director.
  • Steve will leverage his energy expertise and industry contacts accumulated over the past 40 years to strengthen bonds with existing Opportune clients and start new relationships.
  • “I have known Steve for more than 20 years, and we are thrilled to welcome Steve to Opportune,” said Managing Partner, David Baggett.
  • Opportune LLP is a leading global business advisory firm focused on adding value to clients across multiple industries with preeminence in energy.

Plug Teams Up with Avina to Decarbonize Commercial Trucking

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Plug’s electrolyzers will support the first hydrogen production facility for heavy-duty trucks in Southern California.

Key Points: 
  • Plug’s electrolyzers will support the first hydrogen production facility for heavy-duty trucks in Southern California.
  • Plug has a right of first refusal to supply electrolyzers for Avina’s next hydrogen production facility.
  • Each of Plug’s electrolyzer units will enable Avina to produce up to two metric tons per day (TPD) of green hydrogen, or 730 metric tons annually.
  • Delivery of the systems is expected in Q2 2024, and the production facility is anticipated to be fully operational in mid-2024.

CON EDISON CEO TIM CAWLEY TELLS SHAREHOLDERS FUTURE IS BRIGHT AS COMPANY LEADS ON CLEAN ENERGY

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Monday, May 15, 2023

NEW YORK, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Con Edison Chairman and CEO Tim Cawley spoke optimistically about the company's future as a leader of the region's transition to clean energy.

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  • Company Seeks to Deliver 100 Percent Clean Energy, Supports Electrification of Buildings and Transportation, Offers Robust Energy Efficiency Programs
    NEW YORK, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Con Edison Chairman and CEO Tim Cawley spoke optimistically about the company's future as a leader of the region's transition to clean energy.
  • Con Edison, which celebrated its bicentennial in March, also has a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the region's vibrancy, Cawley said.
  • "Together, these efforts keep our company strong and sustainable, while strengthening the communities we serve," Cawley said.
  • Cawley noted that Con Edison sold its Clean Energy Businesses in March, allowing it to sharpen its focus on the New York City region.

Video game advertising venture wins big at Washington State University's 20th annual Business Plan Competition

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Friday, April 28, 2023

PULLMAN, Wash., April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Innovative business software solutions and mobile app technology for social good were collective themes presented at Washington State University's 20th annual Business Plan Competition Thursday, April 27.

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  • Innovative business software solutions and mobile app technology for social good were collective themes presented at Washington State University's 20th annual Business Plan Competition Thursday, April 27.
  • PULLMAN, Wash., April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Innovative business software solutions and mobile app technology for social good were collective themes presented at Washington State University's 20th annual Business Plan Competition Thursday, April 27.
    y255 was the big winner, walking away with the Herbert B. Jones $15,000 grand prize.
  • y255, an advertising agency founded by David Barr and Andrew Oberaa, helps businesses advertise to Gen Z through video games.
  • · Best Social Impact Business: two-way tie: U-Shield, RYSE, $1,250 each
    Awards banquet video available here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=213290268089964
    Marie Mayes, Director, Washington State University Center for Entrepreneurship, 1 509-335-5628, [email protected]

CON EDISON RELEASES SUSTAINABILITY REPORT: POWERING NEW YORK'S CLEAN ENERGY TRANSITION

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Friday, April 21, 2023

NEW YORK, April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Week, Con Edison has published its annual Sustainability Report, detailing the company's progress in helping New York meet its climate and clean energy goals, while strengthening its diverse workforce and supporting the communities it serves.

Key Points: 
  • Con Edison is investing in a range of clean energy technologies and projects to support New York's goal of a net-zero statewide economy by 2050, including transmission lines, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, heat pumps, energy efficiency and battery storage.
  • "I'm proud of the progress we've made building a workforce that's reflective of the communities we serve, passionate about our role in the clean energy transition, and equipped to meet the big challenges ahead."
  • In early 2023, Con Edison finalized the sale of its renewable energy development subsidiary, known as the Clean Energy Businesses, to RWE Renewables America.
  • To complement New York's growing base of distributed energy resources, Con Edison has installed smart meters across nearly its entire customer base.

AEGIS Hedging Appoints Dave McLellan as Director of Canada

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Friday, February 24, 2023

AEGIS Hedging Solutions ("AEGIS" or “the Company"), a leader in technology and expertise for commodity and environmental markets, today announced the appointment of Dave McLellan to the newly created position of Director of Canada.

Key Points: 
  • AEGIS Hedging Solutions ("AEGIS" or “the Company"), a leader in technology and expertise for commodity and environmental markets, today announced the appointment of Dave McLellan to the newly created position of Director of Canada.
  • With over 25 years of experience in finance and energy, Dave will manage existing customer and financial counterparty relationships, help AEGIS enter new markets and lead business development efforts in Canada.
  • As organizations across every sector seek increased certainty amidst volatile commodity prices, hedging is now a mission-critical activity.
  • "AEGIS is the clear market leader in the United States, and its hedging platform and environmental market solutions are applicable worldwide," said McLellan.

OPEC Fund approves over US$500 million in new global development support

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

OPEC Fund Director-General Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa said: "In a very challenging year, the OPEC Fund was able to significantly increase its support and strengthen its impact.

Key Points: 
  • OPEC Fund Director-General Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa said: "In a very challenging year, the OPEC Fund was able to significantly increase its support and strengthen its impact.
  • At the same time, we recognize the need to accelerate support for sustainable development to ensure people's livelihoods and well-being worldwide."
  • Benin:A US$14 million supplementary loan will support the ongoing Agricultural Development and Market Access Support Project, which is expected to benefit more than 255,000 people, including smallholder farmers.
  • The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is the only globally mandated development institution that provides financing from member countries to non-member countries exclusively.

OPEC Fund approves over US$500 million in new global development support

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, December 15, 2022

OPEC Fund Director-General Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa said: "In a very challenging year, the OPEC Fund was able to significantly increase its support and strengthen its impact.

Key Points: 
  • OPEC Fund Director-General Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa said: "In a very challenging year, the OPEC Fund was able to significantly increase its support and strengthen its impact.
  • At the same time, we recognize the need to accelerate support for sustainable development to ensure people's livelihoods and well-being worldwide."
  • Benin:A US$14 million supplementary loan will support the ongoing Agricultural Development and Market Access Support Project, which is expected to benefit more than 255,000 people, including smallholder farmers.
  • The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is the only globally mandated development institution that provides financing from member countries to non-member countries exclusively.