Green Technology

Avangrid Receives Federal Record of Decision for New England Wind

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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New England Wind, consisting of the New England Wind 1 and New England Wind 2 projects, has the potential to create thousands of jobs and provide enough clean, reliable energy to power nearly 1 million homes and businesses in the region.

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  • New England Wind, consisting of the New England Wind 1 and New England Wind 2 projects, has the potential to create thousands of jobs and provide enough clean, reliable energy to power nearly 1 million homes and businesses in the region.
  • With this federal approval, New England Wind stands apart as the most advanced and shovel-ready offshore wind opportunity in the Northeast region.
  • “We applaud the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management for issuing the Record of Decision for New England Wind.
  • BOEM’s Record of Decision for Avangrid’s New England Wind lease area represents a key and substantial step in the direction of moving forward on offshore wind.

Brightcore Energy Developing 2.2MW Solar Project Portfolio on Princeton University Campus

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Other Energy, Sustainability, Alternative Energy, Energy, Other Education, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Environment, University, Construction & Property, Education, Green Technology, Building Systems, Carbon, Electricity, Princeton University, CUB, Stadium, CO2, TIGER, Coal, Meadow, Renewable energy

Brightcore Energy, a leader in developing and implementing renewable energy solutions for the commercial and institutional markets, is developing a portfolio of solar projects for the Facilities Organization at Princeton University which will be installed on rooftop and canopy- mounted structures on the University’s campus in Princeton N.J.

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  • Brightcore Energy, a leader in developing and implementing renewable energy solutions for the commercial and institutional markets, is developing a portfolio of solar projects for the Facilities Organization at Princeton University which will be installed on rooftop and canopy- mounted structures on the University’s campus in Princeton N.J.
  • The project consists of four arrays, two of which will be rooftop-mounted and two canopy-mounted.
  • “We are so very proud to have been selected for this project,” said Mike Richter, President of Brightcore.
  • A key component of Princeton’s Sustainability Action Plan is using renewables as the campus energy source.

Eaton completes first-of-its-kind clean energy project in Puerto Rico to power manufacturing and support the regional power grid

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Other Manufacturing, Environment, Other Energy, Utilities, Manufacturing, Alternative Energy, Sustainability, Green Technology, Energy, Climate change, Enel, Climate, Lead, Carbon footprint, Electricity, Quality of life, Carbon, Commerce, LUMA, Multimedia, Economic development, Renewable energy

The size of the clean energy microgrid system deployed by Eaton and Enel North America is a first in Puerto Rico, substantially reducing the facility’s carbon footprint, boosting energy resilience and bolstering community infrastructure.

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  • The size of the clean energy microgrid system deployed by Eaton and Enel North America is a first in Puerto Rico, substantially reducing the facility’s carbon footprint, boosting energy resilience and bolstering community infrastructure.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402132902/en/
    Eaton completes first-of-its kind clean energy project in Puerto Rico with Enel North America to strengthen manufacturing with clean, sustainable and resilient power.
  • The project will generate more than half of the facility’s energy needs to help reduce emissions, offset energy costs and ensure resilience during grid outage events.
  • In Puerto Rico and around the world, Eaton is implementing energy efficiency measures and optimizing renewable generation to accelerate a low-carbon future.

SmartStop Self Storage Celebrates Sustainability Milestone: 50th Property Operating Under Solar Power

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Environment, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Environmental Health, REIT, Sustainability, Building Systems, Alternative Energy, Green Technology, Energy, Electricity, Carbon, Solar energy, Recycling, CO2, Kilowatt-hour, CFO, Renewable energy

SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. ("SmartStop” or the “Company"), a self-managed and fully integrated self-storage company, announced today a significant milestone in its sustainability journey with its 50th property, located in Chula Vista, California, now operating under solar power.

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  • SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. ("SmartStop” or the “Company"), a self-managed and fully integrated self-storage company, announced today a significant milestone in its sustainability journey with its 50th property, located in Chula Vista, California, now operating under solar power.
  • Since the launch of its Solar Initiative in 2020, SmartStop has been committed to harnessing solar energy to power its operations sustainably.
  • These 50 properties span 12 states, demonstrating SmartStop’s commitment to renewable energy throughout its portfolio.
  • "We are thrilled to achieve this milestone in our Solar Initiative program, marking a significant step forward in our continued commitment to sustainability," said James Barry, CFO of SmartStop.

Westinghouse Announces Executive Management Appointments

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240401801853/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240401801853/en/
    Ron Timperio is appointed Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President, Global Operations Services
    Adam Silverstein is appointed Executive Vice President, Quality, Environment, Health & Safety
    “Strong execution across our global operations coupled with the highest standards of safety and quality is critical for both our day-to-day and long-term success,” said Patrick Fragman, Westinghouse President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • “Ron is a seasoned executive who brings to Westinghouse an unrelenting focus on performance and delivery through diverse, cross-functional experience across global industries.
  • He has 30 years of experience in manufacturing operations; supply chain management; environmental, health and safety; and quality control.
  • Adam Silverstein appointed Executive Vice President, Quality, Environment, Health & Safety
    Mr. Silverstein will lead Westinghouse’s nuclear safety, industrial safety and quality assurance programs.

Prevalon Energy Secures Contract with Idaho Power for New Integrated Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

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Friday, March 29, 2024
Technology, Engineering, Other Energy, Utilities, Manufacturing, Oil, Gas, Coal, Nuclear, Alternative Energy, Energy, Environment, Other Technology, Sustainability, Green Technology, Wind, Safety, Electricity, EMS, Multimedia, AC, BESS, Energy management system, Idaho Power, Renewable energy

Prevalon Energy LLC, a Mitsubishi Power Americas company, announces it has contracted with Idaho Power for a complete Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) along with a robust long-term service agreement.

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  • Prevalon Energy LLC, a Mitsubishi Power Americas company, announces it has contracted with Idaho Power for a complete Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) along with a robust long-term service agreement.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240329763704/en/
    Prevalon and Idaho Power plan to bring critical reliable power needed during peak demand periods to bolster grid resiliency.
  • The company’s “Prevalon Battery Energy Storage Platform,” a complete AC solution including the battery enclosures, inverters, medium voltage transformers and EMS (Energy Management System), will be the cornerstone of the utility’s battery storage project, which will make a significant contribution to Idaho Power’s goal of providing 100% clean energy by 2045.
  • “We place high value on the partnering mindset and are looking forward to working closely with Idaho Power as they incorporate our end-end integrated battery energy storage solution into their long-range plans to ensure a stable and reliable energy grid for their customers.”
    Battery energy storage has emerged as a critical technology in the march toward a cleaner, sustainable energy future.

Syngenta Group reports $32.2 billion sales and $4.6 billion EBITDA in 2023

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Friday, March 29, 2024
Environmental Health, Organic Food, Agriculture, Other Science, Natural Resources, Research, Green Technology, Retail, Environment, Science, Sustainability, HTC, CER, Farmer, Pressure, Farm, Growth, Nutrition, Biologicals, Crop protection, Flower, Shanghai Stock Exchange, Syngenta, Acquisition, IPO, Seed, MAP, Soil, Huludao, Fine chemical

Full-year sales of Syngenta Crop Protection were 5 percent lower at $15.5 billion after exceptional growth in the previous year.

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  • Full-year sales of Syngenta Crop Protection were 5 percent lower at $15.5 billion after exceptional growth in the previous year.
  • ADAMA sales decreased 17 percent to $5.6 billion for the full year 2023, with significant channel destocking, particularly in the Americas, affecting the comparison.
  • Syngenta Seeds sales grew 2 percent to $4.8 billion in the full year 2023 in an overall growing seeds market.
  • Sales of Syngenta Group China, consisting of the Group’s Seeds, Crop Protection, Crop Nutrition, MAP and digital activities in China, grew 11 percent to $9.6 billion in the full year 2023.

Planet to Provide Carbon Mapper, Inc. with Hyperspectral Data Until 2030

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL), a leading provider of daily data and insights about Earth, today announced it has signed a multi-year data-license agreement with Carbon Mapper, Inc. to provide hyperspectral core imagery to the non-profit and its partners until 2030.

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  • Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL), a leading provider of daily data and insights about Earth, today announced it has signed a multi-year data-license agreement with Carbon Mapper, Inc. to provide hyperspectral core imagery to the non-profit and its partners until 2030.
  • The $20 million agreement is made possible by initial funding led by a major climate philanthropy.
  • “Securing this continued partnership with Planet will help Carbon Mapper deliver high resolution methane and CO2 super-emitter data to decision makers around the globe,” said Riley Duren, Carbon Mapper’s Chief Executive Officer.
  • This contract marks an extension to an existing data-license agreement between Planet and Carbon Mapper.

Terragia Secures $6M to Develop Cost-Competitive, Low-Carbon Biofuel Technology

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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Terragia Biofuel , a technology startup aiming to drive the next generation of biofuels, today announced it has raised a $6 million seed round led by Engine Ventures and Energy Impact Partners (EIP).

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  • Terragia Biofuel , a technology startup aiming to drive the next generation of biofuels, today announced it has raised a $6 million seed round led by Engine Ventures and Energy Impact Partners (EIP).
  • “Terragia has an exciting opportunity to succeed where others in the cellulosic biofuel industry have not.
  • Brief joins co-founders Lee Lynd, who transitioned to Chief Technology Officer, Bill Brady, Board Chair, and Chris Herring, Vice President of Technology Development.
  • We have a unique opportunity to make a transformational impact on climate outcomes, in addition to generating substantially higher revenues for biofuel producers.”

Yamaha Motor Signs Technical Partnership with Lola Cars for Development and Supply of Powertrains for Formula E

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
EV, Electric Vehicles, Sports, Hardware, Motor Sports, Sustainability, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Technology, Automotive, Environment, Green Technology, Automotive Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Yamaha Motor Company, FIA, Carbon accounting, Partnership, Research, Carbon, Formula, ABB, Multimedia

Through this link to Formula E, Yamaha Motor will work on developing cutting-edge electric technologies with the aim of raising its expertise and capabilities in this field.

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  • Through this link to Formula E, Yamaha Motor will work on developing cutting-edge electric technologies with the aim of raising its expertise and capabilities in this field.
  • Lola is a well-established British racing car development company that has produced vehicles that have competed in numerous international automobile races.
  • With a commitment to sustainable motorsports, the Lola aims to acquire electric racing technology by planning to develop and supply the manufacturer’s perimeter compliant with Formula E homologation standards.
  • To create a more sustainable world, Yamaha will continue promoting the research and development of technologies that contribute to sustainability.