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Global Biomass Power Market 2022-2028: Increased Demand for Biomass Due to Rising Environmental Concerns - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022

According to the publisher's estimates Market Research's report, the global biomass power market would register growth at a CAGR of 6.08% in the projected duration from 2022 to 2028.

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  • According to the publisher's estimates Market Research's report, the global biomass power market would register growth at a CAGR of 6.08% in the projected duration from 2022 to 2028.
  • For this, their governments implemented favorable policies and regulations, which is expected to favor the growth of the studied market.
  • However, the limited availability of biomass feedstock and the availability of alternate sources of renewable power are hindering the market progress.
  • The global market for biomass power covers Latin America, North America, the Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East and Africa.

New Blue Grass Chemical Specialties President, Matt Brenner, takes a hands on approach

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Blue Grass Chemical Specialties LLC has named Matt Brenner as its new President. Brenner takes the helm as veteran chemist and manufacturing leader Paul McCauley (who has led the company since 2017) continues as Executive Vice President.

Key Points: 
  • Blue Grass Chemical Specialties LLC names Matt Brenner as its new President.
  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Blue Grass Chemical Specialties LLC has named Matt Brenner as its new President.
  • Blue Grass Chemical Specialties made its name in the metal salt solutions and nitrates industry.
  • Blue Grass Chemical Specialties is the recognized leader in aqueous inorganic metal salt solutions, serving the PowerGen, Catalysis, Gas, Agriculture, Metal Finishing, Battery, and Electronics industries.

Bay Area EV Drivers Helped Prevent Blackouts During 2022 Heat Waves with MCE Load-Shifting Program

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

SAN RAFAEL and CONCORD, Calif., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ev.energy, a global provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging software, and Recurve, the open-source platform that enables planning, procurement, and demand flexibility for virtual power plants, proved the power of load shifting programs with partner MCE, helping Bay Area EV drivers reduce charging usage by 5 MWh during California's September heat wave. This is equivalent to the average daily energy usage for almost 300 households.

Key Points: 
  • In response, the Peak FLEXmarket issued dispatches to MCE Sync which automatically reduced customers' EV charging by as much as 96%, helping California prevent blackouts.
  • "MCE is committed to advancing electric transportation programs that make EVs and EV charging affordable, accessible and renewably powered," said Dawn Weisz, CEO of MCE.
  • Contra Costa County resident and MCE customer Thomas Ganey uses MCE Sync to charge his EV at home.
  • About MCE: MCE is a not-for-profit, public agency that has been setting the standard for clean energy in California since 2010.

Qnergy is Proud to Offset the Emissions of All the Cars in Ogden, Utah!

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

OGDEN, Utah, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Qnergy Inc. (www.qnergy.com), a proven methane abatement solutions provider and foremost manufacturer of clean, reliable, electric power utilizing Stirling engine technologies, announced an important methane mitigation milestone.

Key Points: 
  • Qnergy provides utility grade power via its novel free piston Stirling engine PowerGen generator to power its CAP system solutions.
  • "We are proud to offset the emissions of all the cars in Ogden," said Dr. Ory Zik, Qnergy's CEO.
  • Qnergy (q-nergy) is growing exponentially by providing unique power products that transform untreated methane into reliable electricity solutions for mission critical applications.
  • With Qnergy, methane from distributed sources like gas fields, landfills, wastewater, and farms, are effectively converted into useful power and energy.

Octopus Energy Group Completes Fundraise With Existing Investors, Totaling US$550m

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Thursday, July 28, 2022

Octopus Energy Group is a global energy tech pioneer, launched in 2016 to use technology to unlock a customer focused and affordable green energy revolution.

Key Points: 
  • Octopus Energy Group is a global energy tech pioneer, launched in 2016 to use technology to unlock a customer focused and affordable green energy revolution.
  • Octopuss domestic energy arm already serves 3.4 million customers with cheaper greener power, through Octopus Energy, M&S Energy, Affect Energy, Ebico, London Power and Co-op Energy.
  • Octopus Energy Generation is one of Europes largest investors in renewable energy, managing a 3.4 billion portfolio of renewable energy assets throughout the continent.
  • This technology has been licensed to support over 20 million customer accounts worldwide, through deals with EDF Energy, Good Energy, E.ON energy and Origin Energy.

New EV Charging Program Saves Bay Area Drivers Over $1,000 Per Year Using Clean Electricity Instead of Gasoline

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Monday, June 27, 2022

SAN RAFAEL, Calif. and CONCORD, Calif., June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MCE has partnered with EV charging software firm ev.energy to release the MCE Sync app for iOS and Android, providing a hassle-free way for EV drivers to charge off-peak and save money without any special hardware. With California gas prices averaging over $6 per gallon, going electric and charging during off-peak hours could save the average California driver over $1,000 per year vs. gasoline. By comparison, MCE's 100% renewable electricity costs $2.05 per eGallon. In addition to helping drivers save money, MCE Sync prioritizes charging with low-carbon electricity, supports grid reliability, and ensures the vehicle is fully charged by the time it's needed.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to helping drivers save money, MCE Sync prioritizes charging with low-carbon electricity, supports grid reliability, and ensures the vehicle is fully charged by the time it's needed.
  • "MCE's EV programs are focused on making clean transportation accessible to everyone, while decreasing grid strain," said Doriss Panduro, MCE Board Director and City of Fairfield Councilmember.
  • During peak hours when the California grid was strained, the MCE Sync pilot reduced EV charging consumption by an average of 93% by shifting charging to lower-demand hours.
  • About ev.energy:ev.energy is a Certified B Corporation with a mission to make EV charging greener, cheaper, and smarter for utilities and their customers.

Verakari Crypto Mines to Utilize CPower for Distributed Energy Resource Optimization

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Monday, May 23, 2022

DALLAS, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today at PowerGen International 2022, leading, national energy solutions provider CPower Energy Management ("CPower") announced momentum following its recent EnerWiseTM Site Optimization launch, with the successful implementation of new crypto mining customer, Verakari, a cryptocurrency hosting pioneer offering discerning enterprise miners secure, high-tech, cost-effective facilities in strategic locations around the globe.

Key Points: 
  • Verakari's ability to rapidly curtail load through CPower's EnerWise Site Optimization allows the grid to utilize the Verakari site like a reverse battery anytime the region needs more power.
  • Through CPower's EnerWise Site Optimization, Verakari will achieve grid revenue and on-bill savings as the Verakari site redirects carbon free power to help PJM reduce its reliance on fossil fuel resources.
  • Millie Knowlton, Director Distributed Energy, CPower: "Preparing for Energy Markets with Automated Optimization of Customer Energy Assets" on Wednesday, May 25 @ 9:30am CT (more info here ).
  • CPower Energy Management is the leading, national energy solutions provider guiding customers towards a clean and dependable energy future.

ev.energy extends its Series A to $12.8m with ArcTern Ventures

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Thursday, February 24, 2022

PALO ALTO, Calif. and LONDON, Feb. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ev.energy, a global provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging software, has extended its Series A financing round to $12.8M led by ArcTern Ventures.

Key Points: 
  • PALO ALTO, Calif. and LONDON, Feb. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ev.energy, a global provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging software, has extended its Series A financing round to $12.8M led by ArcTern Ventures.
  • The round was also supported by Energy Impact Partners, Future Energy Ventures, and other existing ev.energy investors.
  • We invested in ev.energy because they're uniquely positioned; they have the broad geographic reach, flexible business model, and customer-obsessed culture to truly scale smart charging," said Mira Inbar, Partner at ArcTern Ventures.
  • ArcTern Ventures is a venture capital firm obsessed with helping solve the climate crisis and rethinking sustainability.

SV Clean Energy Brings EV Drivers a New Way to Charge with Cheaper, Cleaner Electricity

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Monday, January 10, 2022

These events are designed to shift EV charging toward off-peak daytime hours when there is abundant renewable energy available on the grid.

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  • These events are designed to shift EV charging toward off-peak daytime hours when there is abundant renewable energy available on the grid.
  • The app allows customers to align their EV charging with their electricity rate and renewable energy on the California grid.
  • "As EV adoption continues to increase in SV Clean Energy communities, GridShift offers additional savings to drivers," said Margaret Abe-Koga, Mountain View Councilmember and SVCE Board Chair.
  • As a public agency, net revenues are returned to the community to keep rates competitive and promote clean energy programs.

Octopus Energy Inks $300M Partnership with Canadian Pension Plan Investments Fund to Supercharge the Green Generation

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Octopus Energy Group announced a new long-term strategic partnership with Canada Pension Plan Investment Board ( CPP Investments ), one of the worlds largest pension funds and a global force in energy investing.

Key Points: 
  • Octopus Energy Group announced a new long-term strategic partnership with Canada Pension Plan Investment Board ( CPP Investments ), one of the worlds largest pension funds and a global force in energy investing.
  • Octopus Energy Group is a global energy tech pioneer, launched in 2016 to use technology to unlock a customer focused and affordable green energy revolution.
  • Octopuss domestic energy arm already serves 3.1 million customers with cheaper greener power, through Octopus Energy, M&S Energy, Affect Energy, Ebico, London Power and Co-op Energy.
  • Octopus Energy Generation is one of Europes largest investors in renewable energy, managing a $4.5 billion portfolio of renewable energy assets throughout the continent.