Connecticut Energy News (United States)

Connecticut agency releases draft decision of important new guidelines to protect Connecticut consumers when dealing with independent electrical energy suppliers

As America's landfills reach the tipping point, several companies are finding ways to convert that trash to fuel.

The deadly natural gas explosion in Pennsylvania is a reminder of the deadly potential for natural gas. MXenergy offers important natural gas safety tips that could save your life

A contractor can consider spray foam and fiberglass insulation to use in basements, crawl spaces, and attics, but Basement Systems, Inc. has developed a new top contending insulation—SilverGlo foam board.

Divine Spark Health Fair Jamboree, a unique health fair in Norwalk, CT, will host area expert energy healers who will demonstrate how energy work can help heal both physical and emotional pain where mainstream medicine might fail.

Judge Alan Nevas recognized by the Connecticut Law Tribune as one of the “Dozen Who Made A Difference” in 2010 for his panel’s investigation and findings concerning the deadly Feb. 7 explosion at the Kleen Energy power plant in Middletown, CT.

ASTM D975 allows 5% biodiesel in diesel fuel without the need for labeling which is a problem for Emergency Diesel Generators (EDG). Its presence can shutdown the EDG. InfraSpec Spectrometer provides a quick method to determine presence of biodiesel.

Maryland PEPCO customers can now pay less for electric by switching to an independent electric supplier. Switching is easy, free and can save residents up to 20% on their monthly PEPCO electric bill.

The Solar Energy Advantage specializes in solar energy products for home safety, emergency preparedness and outside activities. Their solar powered lanterns are perfect for power outages due to earthquakes, hurricanes, tornados, and winter storms.

Pennsylvania’s upcoming electric rate cap expiration has created opportunities in the Philadelphia area for business professionals to act as brokers and help residents lower their monthly PECO electric bill.

Energy Savings are for everyone since Dr. Energy Saver Western Connecticut has just joined the network of the Dr. Energy Saver™ experts. Now every local citizen can maintain a more comfortable and affordable home.

Massachusetts residents and business-owners can now lower their electric bill by up to 20%. Simply compare the rates of MA low-cost energy providers, pick the plan that suits your needs and start saving money on your monthly electric bill.

Consumers can now compare electric rates and transfer their service for free at LowerElectricBillToday.com. By switching to a new supplier, NY residents can save up to 20% on their monthly electric bills.

Lumos is currently manufactured in Shanghai but has plans to move manufacturing to the San Diego area in 2011. Zep Solar has a integrated racking systems that currently works only with Canadian Solar 230 panels.

Chestnut Electric Corp. in Wilton and Greenwich, Connecticut, is partnering with Verde Energy USA in Norwalk, CT, to offer residential customers in lower Fairfield County alternative energy for an average of 10% of monthly savings, plus $50 bonus.

Solar powered cell phone chargers are not like the residential solar panels we see around us, but the compact and oval shaped (usually) device include small solar panels.

Santa Energy ocntinues its popular Letters From Santa program where children can receive a personalized letter from Santa.

Santa Energy was started 70 years ago. Despite the ups and downs of the economy over the past seven decades, the company has grown consistently by expanding its definition of what a family business should be.

PECO customers can now switch to a low-cost electric provider for free at LowerElectricBillToday.com. By switching to a low cost provider consumers can lower their monthly electric bill by up to 20%.

ClearStak, LLC’s CS-100 virtually eliminates outdoor wood boiler visible emissions and nuisance smoke allowing these furnaces to continue to operate without need for governmental restrictions

Dexmet is exhibiting at upcoming 2010 Fuel Cell Seminar and Exhibition in San Antonio, Texas from October 18-21, 2010. Dexmet encourages engineers to come by booth# 403 to learn about the benefits of expanded metals and polymers in their designs.

According to the optimistic scenario total investments will reach 8.17 billion US dollars in 2012, with an annual increase of 41.1%.

BGE customers can now reduce their electric bill 20% by switching to a low-cost electric supplier.

Free DIY Energy Audit Kit available at HomeESP.com lets consumers perform their own professional-quality audits, saving an additional $75 to $225 vs. “do it for me” audits provided by contractors.

On-site tests were recently completed at a major pipeline company in the Southwest to determine the effectiveness of the InfraSpec VFA-IR Spectrometer, Model EB, for detecting biodiesel contamination in diesel fuels about to enter the pipeline.

The best thing about setting up a solar plant is that it does not cost a fortune to have your own powerhouse.You can start with a small solar power plant if you are low on budget.Eventually, you can keep adding new solar panels when your budget ...

Lower Electric Bill Today unveils new home energy audit program. This program looks to save CT residents money on electricity.

Jobs are seemingly scarce in Connecticut, but Dr. Energy Saver in Southern Connecticut has defeated the odds by creating six "green" jobs in the past month! Job growth is a hot topic even for politicians, with approval of the job growth bill.

Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture (PDA) is responsible for assuring compliance of its biodiesel program. A strong quality and oversight program is essential for success, sustainability and commercialization of their renewable fuel standard.

Atlantic City Electric customers in New Jersey can now switch to a low-cost electric provider for free at Lower Electric Bill Today.

Lower Electric Bill Today, an online resource, now offers New Jersey JCP&L customers information on how to switch their electric service to a more affordable supplier.

TÜV Rheinland PTL to Reveal Photovoltaic Module Reliability and Performance at SolarTech Symposium

Solar Energy Satisfies 40 to 50% of Both Company's Energy Needs

Lower Electric Bill Today, an online provider of electricity news, rates, information, and statistics, is pleased to announce that PSE&G customers in New Jersey can now reduce their monthly electric bills.

The performance of crystalline silicon – widely considered a reliable solar module construction – declines amid rising temperatures of rooftop modules, according to studies performed by TÜV Rheinland PTL, LLC.

More than 150,000 people now have access to clean and safe renewable energy amid the rural landscape of Tanzania, Africa, thanks to a generous donation of 200 solar panels by TÜV Rheinland PTL, LLC.

Dr. Energy Saver of CT held their first week-long national training boot camp to help franchisees provide their hometown customers with home energy savings and audits.

Electrical distributor’s team effort maintains customer services following natural disaster

The global market for ultra-low power energy harvesting devices estimated to be about $79 million in 2009. In spite of the recession, iRAP estimates that the market will reach $1.2 billion in 2014, at an average annual growth rate (AAGR) of 73.6%.

Rexel site will enhance services to northern Colorado and southern Wyoming customers

Sessions educate electrical contractors, facility managers, commercial building owners and government buyers on how best to lower energy costs with green technologies

3PRIME Helps CRI Bring Energy Efficient Solutions To Connecticut homeowners.

"Active-8" is a one-stop, start-to-finish program through which companies have an objective, full-service resource for cutting energy cost and carbon footprints

Students Encouraged to Recycle and Support Those in Need through Soles4Souls

Alexander Kliment will lead the discussion on future natural gas pipelines, energy security, E.U. policy toward Russia, and the sustainability of Russia’s current foreign policy at the Great Decisions program at the Greenwich Library.

Web resource examines such topics as energy conservation, electric deregulation, and ways to obtain low-cost electricity.

GSA award opens door for Gexpro to help every Federal government agency

TÜV Rheinland PTL, LLC, North America’s largest solar and photovoltaic testing company, was certified by the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation (SRCC) to perform solar thermal testing and performance verification.

Figures from 13 years of solar technology testing – including the top three quality failures and strongest influences on module design – show some photovoltaic (PV) modules required a tune-up to pass international qualification standards.

Poor-quality solar energy equipment could flood the U.S. market without the safeguard of third-party testing and certification. Newly announced recommendations by Solar America Board for Codes and Standards protect consumers and businesses alike.