GeoREstore Launches GeoREstore.com, Providing a Centralized Source of Information for the Renewable Energy Industry
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GeoREstore Launches GeoREstore.com, Providing a Centralized Source of Information for the Renewable Energy Industry
Lee’s Summit, MO (PRWEB) September 15, 2009
GeoREstore, LLC, today announced the launch of GeoREstore.com (geo-re-store), a new website that provides a single point of online access for renewable energy news, information, data and service provider listings. The site provides news from the sustainable energy and Smart Grid sectors, information on development projects and funding sources, and comprehensive listings of manufacturers, suppliers, contractors and other service providers within the various renewable energy sectors.
GeoREstore.com is a place for equipment and service providers in the solar, wind, hydro, geothermal and biofuel sectors to connect online and foster development within the renewable energy industry. “Our development emphasis is twofold”, said Susan Escher, Managing Partner of GeoREstore. “First, we provide an easy-to-navigate website with comprehensive renewable energy industry information. Second, we facilitate the development of renewable energy projects by making it easy for buyers and sellers to connect through our directory listings and request for information functionality.”
GeoREstore.com is committed to continued innovation and already has plans to add new information and additional functionality over the next several months.
GeoREstore.com is affiliated with GeoREstore Energy Practices, a consulting firm that provides project management and strategic planning consulting services for the renewable energy industry, including Smart Grid, customer information systems, energy efficiency related projects and transmission, distribution and generation IT projects.
For additional information, visit http://www.GeoREstore.com.
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U.S. Renewables Group Announces Completion of Acquisition of Niagara Generation, LLC
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U.S. Renewables Group Announces Completion of Acquisition of Niagara Generation, LLC
Santa Monica, CA (PRWEB) February 14, 2007
U.S. Renewables Group and its affiliates (“USRG”) announced today that a subsidiary acquired the 53 megawatt Niagara Generating Facility (“Niagara”) on January 31, 2007. Niagara is an operating coal and tire-derived fuel (TDF) fired power plant located in Niagara Falls, New York. USRG will invest further capital over the course of 2007 to convert Niagara to burn biomass and TDF fuel. The converted facility will sell electricity and renewable energy credits to customers in New York State.
USRG previously announced in October 2006 that it entered an agreement to acquire 100% of the membership interests of WPS Niagara Generation, LLC from WPS Empire State, Inc., a nonregulated subsidiary of WPS Resources Corporation (NYSE: WPS), for $ 30.2 million. Prior to closing, the transaction was approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the New York Public Service Commission. Following closing, the acquired company was renamed “Niagara Generation, LLC”.
About U.S. Renewables Group
USRG, based in Santa Monica, CA, with offices in White Plains, NY, is a private investment company that acquires, develops and operates renewable power generation and clean fuel assets. To date, the firm has committed over $ 150 million covering more than 12 investments representing a range of renewable power and fuels sectors including geothermal, biomass, land fill methane, ethanol and biodiesel. For more information, visit http://www.usrenewablesgroup.com.
Contact:
Steven Gottlieb
Gottlieb Group Communications, LLC
206.427.9591
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Prince Lobel Announces Prince Lobel Renewables: Turnkey Renewable Energy Project Management Initiative
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Prince Lobel Announces Prince Lobel Renewables: Turnkey Renewable Energy Project Management Initiative
Boston, MA (PRWEB) May 6, 2010
Prince Lobel Glovsky & Tye LLP has announced the recent launch of Prince Lobel Renewables, offering a combination of legal and project management services to landowners, developers, businesses, cities, and towns that are planning a renewable energy project.
Led by Prince Lobel Partner and Real Estate Practice Group Chair Craig M. Tateronis, and Associate Adam F. Braillard, a leader in the firm’s green energy development initiative, the Prince Lobel Renewables team provides project management services for any renewable energy project – from siting and permitting through financing and construction.
The Prince Lobel Renewables group is experienced in all areas of development, construction, and financing of renewable energy facilities, and will manage internal and external experts in the fields of commercial contracting, real estate, tax, energy regulatory, government relations, and environmental issues.
According to Tateronis, “what makes Prince Lobel Renewables different is that, unlike other law firms that offer only legal services in support of their clients’ energy projects, we also offer true, hands-on project management services, from start to finish. We will help clients meet the challenges that can arise at each phase of project development, and provide effective, creative solutions.”
As leaders of the Prince Lobel Telecom project management team, Tateronis and Braillard were responsible for hundreds of wireless communications development projects from their inception to the completion of construction. They are poised to help bring that same level of success to Prince Lobel Renewables.
About Prince Lobel
Prince Lobel Glovsky & Tye LLP is a full-service law firm providing a wide range of services for individuals, closely held businesses, and Fortune 100 companies. Prince Lobel’s attorneys are guided by the highest standards of legal excellence, professionalism, and service – whether they are addressing complex business issues or providing advice on personal legal matters. Practice areas encompass corporate law, domestic relations, employment law, estate planning and probate, insurance and reinsurance, intellectual property and Internet law, litigation, media law, real estate, telecommunications law and environmental law. For more information, visit Prince Lobel at PrinceLobel.com.
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Next X Prize: A $10 Billion Renewable Energy 401(k) Corporate Challenge?
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Next X Prize: A $ 10 Billion Renewable Energy 401(k) Corporate Challenge?
Boulder, CO (PRWEB) November 11, 2008
The X Prize Foundation, creator of the Ansari X Prize for suborbital spaceflight, has launched a contest to design a new X Prize that will boost renewable energy production. A unique entry format requires contestants to pitch their X Prize contest idea via a two minute video (http://www.TheRenewableEnergyInitiative.org) posted to YouTube.
Ken Beitel, a computer systems analyst and documentary film producer (“Grizzlies of the Canadian Rockies” Discovery Channel), has entered the contest and is proposing that the next X Prize be a $ 10 billion corporate challenge focusing on renewable energy investment. The first round of judging for the contest to design the next X Prize closes Friday (November 14, 2008).
“It will be outstanding for employees to have the opportunity to invest in renewable energy,” explains contest entrant Ken Beitel, “Renewable energy is clean, cost effective, fast to build, and is ready to create a significant number of new jobs.” The renewable sector currently employs 116,000 people and generates $ 19 billion dollars in annual revenues.
Set against the spectacular backdrop of Colorado National Monument during a desert sunset, the video includes majestic shots of wind turbines and a huge solar power plant. During the video, Beitel explains how retirement plan investment could play a major role in increasing renewable energy production.
The renewable energy sector is also expected to experience rapid expansion under President Elect Barack Obama who backs federal investment in renewable energy, along with regulatory and tax support for clean electricity and alternative fuels. The Obama administration plans to invest $ 15 billion annually in renewable energy, and sees the industry as a key source of new American jobs. This year in Colorado, Vestas, one of the world’s largest wind turbine manufactures, has opened 2 new manufacturing plants that will employ more than 1,300 people.
Beitel acknowledges the tough economic times: “While $ 10 billion dollars sounds like a lot of retirement dollars to invest in renewable energy, in reality it is only about 1/3 of 1% of the roughly $ 2.7 trillion dollars in US 401(k) plans.”
The proposed “Invest Renewable” X Prize will encourage Fortune 500 and smaller companies in the US and Canada to add a renewable energy sector investment option, such as the Calvert, Guinness Atkinson or Firsthand alternative energy fund to retirement plans. The first company or team of companies to generate $ 10 billion in renewable energy investment through their corporate retirement plans will split the $ 10 million X Prize amongst employees who have chosen to invest in renewables.
Ken Beitel is optimistic about his contest entry designing the next X Prize, “The ‘Invest Renewable’ X Prize will make it possible for employees to invest in the renewable energy sector which will help create a healthy economy and lower energy costs.”
The “Invest Renewable” X Prize contest entry can be viewed at http://www.TheRenewableEnergyInitiative.org or http://www.youtube.com/xprize
For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact:
Ken Beitel at 720 436-2465.
Contest video can be used for B-Roll. Stills and video can be downloaded at http://www.TheRenewableEnergyInitiative.org
Courtesy credit GE for use of wind turbine or solar production plant video/stills
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Blue Energy Canada Celebrates Clean Energy Day and Announces New Staff and New Headquarters as Development of ?Green Energy? Tidal Turbine Advances
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Blue Energy Canada Celebrates Clean Energy Day and Announces New Staff and New Headquarters as Development of “Green Energy” Tidal Turbine Advances
Vancouver, Canada (Vocus) February 24, 2010
Blue Energy Canada Inc, a leading green energy technology company, attended B.C.’s Climate Action and Clean Energy Reception to celebrate with British Columbia’s Premier Gordon Campbell where he officially designated the day as Clean Energy Day at Robson Square during the 2010 Winter Games by announcing three new major clean energy and technology investments in the province. Blair Lekstrom, Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources is quoted as saying that they need to address both B.C.’s growing energy needs and climate change, which will require increased development of clean, renewable energy. Premier Gordon Campbell recognized that the economic development leverage was clear with his vision in choosing to make British Columbia the #1 region for sustainable technologies.
Blue Energy Canada is also pleased to announce Arne Alias has joined Blue Energy as Business Development Advisor.
Arne Elias Arne is recognized as an expert in energy and transportation sustainability. He is the past Executive Director of the Centre for Sustainable Transportation at the University of Winnipeg and has worked in most transportation sectors including coastal maritime, highways and bridges, freight, rail and cycling. He advises governments, NGOs and the private sector, and has produced research on energy and transportation sustainability issues. Arne holds an MBA is a PhD candidate that has taught at the University of British Columbia. His academic work over the last decade envisions sustainable transportation in a key enabling role with the electricity grid to realistically develop an integrated and sustainable energy system. Arne appreciates that there is a new awareness in governments, industry and the public and will be working with Blue Energy to further communicate that the Blue Energy tidal bridge delivers the best value in tidal resource development.
The company has recently moved its headquarters from Vancouver to a new location in Richmond, BC, a city that is currently sharing the hosting of the Vancouver 2010 Olympics, just south of Vancouver. The move will provide the company with room for expansion as international organizations, investors and governments express growing interest in the tidal turbine project.
World Energy Research is driving much of that global awareness and investment capital. The energy research company joined forces with Blue Energy as announced in July 2009. WER has been generating significant interest in Blue Energy’s tidal energy project among investors. More information on WER is below.
For interviews or more information about Blue Energy Canada, contact:
Martin Burger, CEO
Blue Energy Canada Inc.
100-11300 NO 5 RD,
RICHMOND BC
V7A 5J7
Phone: (604) 277-2583 Richmond
About Blue Energy Canada
Blue Energy Canada Inc. is a green energy technology company founded in 1997. Based in Richmond, Canada, the company is commercializing a vertical-axis hydro turbine capable of converting tidal currents into reliable, clean, renewable electricity. Blue Energy recently partnered with World Energy Research of New Zealand to raise capital for the project.
About World Energy Research
World Energy Research was founded by a board of directors with more than 57 years experience in investments, finance and energy development. The New Zealand firm nurtures partnerships with governments and companies around the world to seek out energy investments with the greatest potential for high returns and low environmental impact: clean oil and natural gas, solar energy, wind energy and ocean turbines.
World Energy Research
Level 20 ASB Bank Centre,
135 Albert Street, Auckland, 1010
New Zealand
Phone: 64+93597492
Fax: 64+93597495
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100% of New US Electricity in 2012 Will Be Renewable With Passage of 401(K) Tax Credit
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100% of New US Electricity in 2012 Will Be Renewable With Passage of 401(K) Tax Credit
Denver, CO (PRWEB) February 4, 2009
An unusual alliance of business, trade association and environmental groups are calling on President Barack Obama, Congress and the Senate to implement a tax credit incentive for companies that add a renewable energy fund to employee 401(k) plans. The new legislation could be added to the near completed economic stimulus bill or follow quickly after.
According to the Renewable Energy Task Force of the South Denver Chamber of Commerce, the Renewable Energy 401(k) Tax Credit will be a high yield federal investment.
government cost of $ 7 to $ 8 billion dollars will generate $ 60 – $ 100 billion investment in renewable energy
allow 50 million Americans to invest a projected 5% of their 401(k) plans in clean energy production
create 500,000 or more clean energy jobs over three years
create an annual increase of 20,000 MW of new wind, solar and geothermal electrical generation by 2012
help renewable energy meet 100% of new national electricity demand in three years
“Last year almost half of all new US electricity was generated from renewable energy,” says Jim Welch, CEO of Bella Energy, a Colorado based solar energy firm, “The Renewable Energy 401(k) Tax Credit will rapidly allow all new US electricity to be generated from renewable sources.”
American Wind Association data released last week indicates that more than 8,000 MW of new wind production was built in 2008 with investment in the wind energy sector passing the $ 17 billion mark. Totaling 42% of all new US generation capacity added in 2008, the newly added wind farms produce enough electricity for 2 million homes. These numbers are up from wind providing 30% of all new US electrical generation in 2007.
The additional annual $ 20 to $ 30 billion of new investment generated by the Renewable Energy 401(k) Tax Credit will help to more than double the number of new clean energy megawatts installed each year. With swift passage of the proposed tax credit bill, by 2012 one hundred percent of new US electrical demand can be provided by renewable energy. This is consistent with President Obama’s target to double renewable energy production over the next three years.
“In 2007, investment in the American renewable energy sector, including both wind and solar, was $ 19 billion dollars with employment of 116,000 people. More than 50,000 new renewable jobs were created in 2008 – that’s an impressive annual growth rate of 45%,” continues Jim Welch, “Congress and the Senate need to support the Renewable Energy 401(k) Tax Credit which will create $ 100 billion in clean energy investment and 500,000 new green jobs over the next three years.”
Reflecting the national trend, Colorado’s renewable energy sector has been experiencing rapid-fire employment growth. In 2008, AVA Solar added 165 new manufacturing and engineering jobs in Ft. Collins and Longmont. The new AVA manufacturing plant produces thin film solar panels at 30% of the cost of existing solar technology. Vestas built a new wind turbine manufacturing facility near Denver that employs 1,350 Coloradoans and uses 200,000 tons of steel annually to produce enough wind turbines to power more than half a million homes per year. Nationally, wind turbine and turbine component manufacturers announced, added or expanded 55 new facilities in 2008.
As renewable energy production rises faster than demand for electricity, surplus clean generation capacity will be used to retire aging conventional power plants over a 10 to 30 year period leading to significant reductions in climate change causing emissions.
Press Contact: Ken J. Beitel
Renewable Energy Task Force
South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce
m: 720 436-2465
Email: Ken.Beitel @ TheRenewableEnergyInitiative.org
Web: http://www.RETaskForce.biz
Disclosure: In order to reduce CO2 emissions and create jobs, Ken Beitel owns an IRA account with an investment amount of approximately $ 46,000 in the Calvert Alternative Global Energy fund held at JP Morgan Chase and Citi Smith Barney brokerages. Other individuals listed in this release may also own renewable shares or funds; full disclosure details available on request.
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New Solar Industry Events Guide Launched
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New Solar Industry Events Guide Launched
Guelph, ON (PRWEB) July 19, 2006 -–
As a result of the explosive growth witnessed within the solar and renewable energy sectors in recent years, a new industry events guide has been established by TheSolarGuide.com to help those in the renewable energy industry stay informed and connected with their peers. The intent of the Solar Industry Events Guide is to provide policy practitioners, industry leaders, academics and researchers, and the interested public with a complete and comprehensive list of leading renewable energy events, conferences, exhibitions, and training sessions.
According to Sean MacDonald, editor of TheSolarGuide.com, “There is an ever-growing interest in renewable energy research and development. Since joining TheSolarGuide.com, I have had the opportunity to not only meet, but develop professional relationships with some of the most passionate and progressive people I have met in my professional life. In my opinion, the people working on the forefront of renewable energy research and development are the true visionaries of our time! I am thrilled to be involved with such an amazing group of innovative and dynamic individuals and organizations.”
Although the renewable energy sector has grown in popularity and green-energy awareness is beginning to percolate into the consciousness of the mainstream, the renewable- energy industry and its potential consumers have yet to establish a strong network of contacts where information and knowledge can be shared and relationships built. TheSolarGuide.com firmly believes that awareness is the key to unlocking the full potential of renewable energy as a popular and environmentally sustainable energy resource.
TheSolarGuide.com was established back in 2005, in an effort to bridge the gap between researchers and consumers in the renewable energy marketplace. While the website is essentially non-commercial, there are a number of innovative and creative products available for sale. TheSolarGuide.com is also affiliated with an exciting new project developed by the creative team at TheRenewablePlanet.com. TheRenewablePlanet.com is an interactive map of renewable energy projects throughout the world, and they are currently accepting project submissions from the public.
Contact:
Mr. Sean MacDonald
TheSolarGuide.com
503 Imperial Rd. N.
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
N1H 5R4
Phone: 1-866-436-7446
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GreenEnergyChoice.com Offers 5 Reasons to Switch to Renewable Energy Today
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GreenEnergyChoice.com Offers 5 Reasons to Switch to Renewable Energy Today
Houston, TX (PRWEB) March 14, 2008
GreenEnergyChoice.com, a leading green energy site offering customers options to switch to renewable energy and purchase Renewable Energy Credits (RECs), features 100 percent clean and sustainable wind power from leading Texas energy companies. Texans can easily switch their electricity service without interruption and immediately enjoy the environmental benefits of powering their homes with pure Texas wind.
Texas was the first state to add one gigawatt of wind power in a single year, with more than 1,618 megawatts (MW) installed in 2007, according to the State Energy Conservation Office. Texas currently has nearly 4,000 MW of wind power installed, and continues to research and develop innovative technology to harness one of many renewable energy sources.
GreenEnergyChoice offers the following 5 reasons to consider switching to a renewable wind energy plan:
Wind energy produces no emissions and has very little impact on the surrounding environment.
Texas wind power supply is growing rapidly, with the world’s largest wind farm in Abilene harnessing enough of 100 percent pollution-free resource to power hundreds of Texas homes each day.
West Texas is rich with wind-power potential, offering Texans a viable and ample supply of renewable resource for future wind-power research and production.
Land usage fees generate millions in economic incentives for Texas schools and local agriculture.
Wind energy rates are very competitive compared to non-renewable energy plans, helping Texas electricity customers save money on their monthly electricity bills while lessening their impact on the environment.
One of the easiest ways to make a difference in the environment is to purchase a renewable energy rate plan. GreenEnergyChoice customers can use the free online ordering system to research renewable energy plans–with the electricity that powers their homes being produced directly from resources such as wind, water, solar and more. Customers in areas that do not offer wind energy rate plans can still research other clean and affordable renewable energy options from several well-known and trusted energy companies or purchase RECs to offset a portion or all of the carbon emissions from their annual energy usage.
About GreenEnergyChoice
GreenEnergyChoice (http://www.greenenergychoice.com) offers customers a place to find environmentally-friendly electricity or natural gas providers that offer renewable energy in Texas. GreenEnergyChoice is a free online service committed to making it simple for customers nationwide to protect the environment through their purchasing decisions. GreenEnergyChoice is a member of the WhiteFence network.
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GreenPointe.Energy ?Flips the Switch? ? Harnesses the Power of the Sun at Franklin Commons
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GreenPointe.Energy “Flips the Switch” – Harnesses the Power of the Sun at Franklin Commons
Phoenixville, PA (PRWEB) February 12, 2011
GreenPointe.Energy announced the completion of an iconic solar energy system installed in “Campus Walk” at Franklin Commons in Phoenixville, PA. The unit will provide electricity to offset the energy needs of Franklin Commons.
The 25 KW system consists of 106 modules, each installed with their own micro-inverters to maximize efficiency and energy production. The system is expected to offset an approximated 30% of Franklin Commons’ electrical loads, serving their common areas with renewable solar Photovoltaic electricity.
The construction for the project began mid-November and was completed one month later. Franklin Commons hosted a “Flip the Switch” gala on December 16th to celebrate the successful completion of the project. Marian and David Moscowitz, the owners of Franklin Commons, were present to activate the system for the first time.
Jason Ulshafer, President of GreenPointe.Energy commented, “It has been a pleasure working with everyone at Franklin Commons who are exceptionally dedicated to increasing their knowledge and use of renewable energy. The Moskowitzs’ eagerly wish to educate their tenants about the benefits of solar power. This is a huge advance forward because renewable energy is going have a monumental impact on the future in order to sustain and protect the environment.”
Franklin Commons hosts educational facilities ranging from pre-kindergarten through college level. They have made it a priority to teach the students about renewable energy including the remarkable benefits it provides for future generations. Through the collaboration with their tenants and GreenPointe.Energy, Franklin Commons has made a significant impact in creating an eco-friendly future.
GreenPointe.Energy is a leading provider in the emerging energy marketplace serving the private and public sectors; providing strategic direction and delivering comprehensive turnkey energy solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of clients. They specialize in energy procurement, energy management and renewable markets. GreenPointe.Energy provides expertise and strategic guidance to help businesses prepare for their future with a holistic approach to energy management. Through their unique strategic process, they align your business goals with tomorrow’s energy technology to provide secure, clean and sustainable revenue. For more information see http://www.greenpointeenergy.com.
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