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Implementing an ‘asset drawdown strategy’ for site decarbonization

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The trend toward electrification is being accelerated by upcoming Securities and Exchange Commission reporting requirements for large publicly traded companies as well as by the ongoing greening of the grid. The green power market, a subset of the larger electricity market in the U.S., However, the average U.S.

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An Irish House in the Woods

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Set in an old quarry that was replanted 80 years ago with hardwoods and pines, Woodsmoke was commissioned in the early 1990s. This circulates warm water in the building, and is more efficient than electricity consuming air-to-water pumps. You can read the original article at www.irishexaminer.com.

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Smart Grid Program Created Nearly 2,700 Jobs In First Quarter 2013

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These include nearly 900 direct full-time equivalent jobs at the utility and its contractors as submitted in a report to the Illinois Commerce Commission, plus nearly 1,800 indirect full-time equivalent positions. billion over 10 years to modernize the electric grid in northern Illinois, over $1.3

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Texas Solar Power Association Founded To Promote Development Within The Industry

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With growing demand for affordable electric power, the Texas Solar Power Association (TSPA) was announced with the mission to advance the development of solar electric generation in Texas. The organization is comprised of businesses operating in Texas that are focused on retail and wholesale electric market opportunities.

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Ambri Opens Manufacturing Facility In Marlborough, MA

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Deval Patrick joined other state and federal officials in a ceremonial ribbon cutting for Ambri, an electricity storage startup company, which has opened its first battery manufacturing facility. In 2015, Ambri plans to commission its first full-scale manufacturing facility, which will position the company for worldwide growth.

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Consumers Energy Moves To Build Natural Gas Power Plant In Genesee County

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Consumers Energy has taken the next major step for its new natural gas plant in Genesee County, filing for approval of a certificate of necessity with the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). The company’s customers set an all-time peak demand record in 2012, as electric sales rebound with Michigan’s improving economy.

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Smart Grid Program Supported More Than 3,000 Jobs In Second Quarter

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These include more than 1,000 direct full-time equivalent jobs at the utility and its contractors as submitted in a report to the Illinois Commerce Commission, plus more than 2,000 induced full-time equivalent positions. billion over 10 years to modernize the electric grid in northern Illinois, over $1.3