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Southern Company Gas expands clean energy portfolio with new renewable natural gas agreements for its Virginia and Tennessee subsidiaries
Prnewswire· 2025-06-25 15:45
Core Viewpoint - Southern Company Gas subsidiaries, Virginia Natural Gas and Chattanooga Gas, have made renewable natural gas (RNG) purchases that are expected to avoid 18,978 metric tons of CO₂e emissions, equivalent to the carbon sequestered by 19,036 acres of U.S. forests in one year [1] Group 1: Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) Overview - RNG is produced from naturally occurring methane from landfills, agricultural waste, wastewater, and food waste, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions by capturing methane before it enters the atmosphere [2] - RNG is compatible with existing natural gas infrastructure and appliances, facilitating a transition to a more sustainable energy source [2] Group 2: Company Initiatives and Goals - Southern Company Gas aims to deliver cleaner fuels as part of its commitment to sustainability, with a goal of achieving net-zero direct greenhouse gas emissions from operations by 2050 [3] - The recent RNG purchases are part of a broader initiative to support emission reduction efforts and follow the company's first RNG purchases in 2023 [3] Group 3: Legislative Support - The RNG deal is supported by policies in Virginia and Tennessee, including Virginia's Energy Innovation Act and Sustainable Gas Program, which encourage RNG production and delivery [4] - Tennessee's Natural Gas Innovation Act allows natural gas utilities to pursue cleaner energy options and reflect innovative natural gas costs in their pricing [4] Group 4: Future Projects - Virginia Natural Gas has announced a collaboration with the Hampton Roads Sanitation District to create a facility that will convert biogas from organic waste into RNG [4]
Why the Congo Rainforest is critical to climate change. | Robert Kain, BSCE, MS | TEDxTaftAvenue
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-25 15:42
Grauer’s gorillas, Earth’s largest primates, are being killed for bushmeat, and the Congo Rainforest, their home, is being destroyed by fire. Scientists have recently discovered that the Congo Rainforest’s net CO2 absorption is far more than any other forest, much more than the larger Amazon, making saving it an urgent climate change priority. After retiring from a career creating environmentally friendly, energy-efficient buildings, Robert Kain changed course in 2022 to address the Congo Rainforest catastr ...
Lotus Technology(LOT) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-06-25 13:00
Lotus Technology (LOT) Q1 2025 Earnings Call June 25, 2025 08:00 AM ET Speaker0 Day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to Lotus Technology Inc. First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. Please be advised that today's conference is being recorded. I would now like to hand the conference over to Ms. Demi Zhang from the company. Please go ahead. Speaker1 Thank you, operator. Good morning, good afternoon, and good evening, everyone. ...
Duke Energy: Growth And Income All In One Package
Seeking Alpha· 2025-06-25 13:00
Analyst's Disclosure:I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, but may initiate a beneficial Long position through a purchase of the stock, or the purchase of call options or similar derivatives in DUK over the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. I am not ...
LiqTech Advanced Oily Wastewater Filtration Selected by North Star BlueScope Steel
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-06-25 13:00
Core Insights - LiqTech International, Inc. has received an order for an advanced membrane-based filtration system from North Star BlueScope Steel to treat oily wastewater [1][2] - The system is set to be commissioned in the second half of 2025 and aims to address filtration process challenges due to high oil content and variability in wastewater quality [2][3] - LiqTech's Silicon Carbide (SiC) membrane technology is designed for harsh industrial conditions, enhancing process stability and water recovery efficiency [3][4] Company Overview - LiqTech International, Inc. specializes in clean technology, manufacturing and marketing advanced filtration products for liquid and gas applications [6] - The company was founded in 2000 and its patented SiC membranes are utilized in various sectors including industrial and municipal water treatment, marine scrubbers, and oil & gas applications [6] Industry Trends - The project with North Star BlueScope Steel reflects a growing trend in the steel industry towards sustainable water management practices [5] - The addition of advanced wastewater pre-treatment filtration supports broader water reclamation initiatives within the industry [5]
SenesTech and Irvine Campus Housing Authority Conclude Successful Field Trial of Evolve™ Rat Birth Control at UC Irvine
Prnewswire· 2025-06-25 12:00
Core Insights - SenesTech, Inc. has successfully completed a nine-month field trial of its Evolve™ Rat Birth Control at the University Hills community, marking a significant step in ecologically responsible pest management [1][2][3] - The initiative, driven by resident demand, aimed to eliminate rodenticides in favor of integrated pest management strategies that prioritize environmental safety [2][5] - Evolve was deployed across 267 bait stations, achieving a 98% consumption rate among rats, indicating high acceptance and effectiveness of the bait [3][5] Company Overview - SenesTech specializes in fertility control solutions for managing animal pest populations, with products like ContraPest® and Evolve™ designed to be humane, effective, and sustainable [7] - The company emphasizes its commitment to improving global health through responsible pest management practices [7] Community Engagement - The project involved collaboration with the Irvine Campus Housing Authority and the grassroots initiative HOOT Group, which promotes owl nesting to reduce reliance on rodenticides [4][5] - The community's transition away from rodenticides has led to reduced rodent complaints and less observed rodent activity [5] Future Plans - SenesTech is placing a multi-pallet restocking order for continued deployment and expansion of its products [6]
TAKANOCK SECURES $500 MILLION COMMITMENT FROM ARCLIGHT AND DIGITALBRIDGE
Prnewswire· 2025-06-25 12:00
Core Insights - Takanock, LLC has secured $500 million in capital commitments from ArcLight and DigitalBridge to enhance power infrastructure solutions for data centers in constrained markets [1][2][6] - The company aims to address critical energy constraints faced by data centers, particularly in Tier I and II markets, by providing innovative and scalable power solutions [2][9] Company Overview - Takanock was established in 2023 to tackle power shortages that limit data center development [2][8] - The company focuses on integrated power solutions that enhance grid stability and support renewable energy integration [9] Leadership and Expertise - Takanock is led by Kenneth Davies, who has extensive experience in energy and digital infrastructure, previously founding Google Energy and heading Microsoft's renewable strategy [3][4] - The leadership team's expertise is crucial for delivering innovative solutions to the power challenges in the data infrastructure sector [3][4] Strategic Partnerships - The partnership with ArcLight and DigitalBridge is significant for operationalizing digital power solutions in premier data center markets [4][5] - ArcLight and DigitalBridge bring operational capabilities and industry connectivity that will help Takanock accelerate time to power for new data center deployments [4][5] Innovative Solutions - Takanock provides flexible on-site power solutions that serve as prime power until substations are completed, reducing the burden on local utilities [4][6] - The company's solutions are designed to minimize environmental impact while enhancing grid support for renewable energy sources [5][9] Market Position and Growth - Since early 2024, Takanock has been assembling a strategic portfolio of sites across the U.S. and is executing digital power deployment under long-term contracts in Northern Virginia and Phoenix [6][9] - The company aims to meet the increasing compute-intensive needs of hyperscalers and large-scale data center operators [4][6]
Boralex recognized as Best Corporate Citizen in Canada by Corporate Knights
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 11:00
Core Insights - Boralex has been recognized as the top company in Corporate Knights' annual 'Best 50 Corporate Citizens' ranking in Canada, highlighting its commitment to sustainable development [1][2] - The company's vision focuses on contributing to a renewable energy future while ensuring a safe and inclusive work environment, with a commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 [2] - Boralex's recent Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report emphasizes its inclusive recruitment process, workforce development initiatives, and greenhouse gas emission reduction targets approved by the Science-based Target Initiative [4] Company Overview - Boralex has over 30 years of experience in providing affordable renewable energy and is a leader in the Canadian market, as well as the largest independent producer of onshore wind power in France [5] - The company's installed capacity has increased by more than 50% over the past five years, reaching 3.2 GW, with ongoing projects in wind, solar, and storage totaling over 8 GW [5] - Boralex's shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BLX [5]
Troilus Files Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for the Troilus Copper-Gold Project
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 11:00
MONTREAL, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Troilus Gold Corp. (“Troilus” or the “Company”, TSX: TLG; OTCQX: CHXMF; FSE: CM5R) is pleased to announce that it has officially filed the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (“ESIA”) for its flagship Troilus Copper-Gold Project (“Troilus” or the “Project”) with both the Government of Québec, via the Ministère de l’Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs (“MELCCFP”), and the Government of Canada, via the Impac ...
Simpson Manufacturing (SSD) Earnings Call Presentation
2025-06-25 09:10
STRONG FOUNDATION. STRONGER FUTURE. Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. Investor Presentation March 2024 Safe Harbor This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by words such as "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "plan," "outlook, ...