Wisconsin Energy News (United States)

Importance of using and recycling rechargeable batteries emphasized

What if a hotel or building could install cogeneration with no investment, purchase electricity at a discount and reduce their carbon footprint?

Rodney Heller of Energy Performance Lighting warns electricity rates to rise 15-20 percent within 5-10 years. Says businesses and consumers who use inefficient lighting will bear the brunt of the costs.

San Diego, CA , January 9 2012 – 3Floorsup, developer of WTGservice.com has today released Owner View, a web portal specifically designed to bring operations and maintenance data, regardless of manufacturer or O&M provider to the turbine owners.

SunPower Biodiesel-fueled tractors take first and second place in Northern Wisconsin Tractor Pull events

The Light Bulb Finder app helps Milwaukee residents save energy and money.

Energy performance Lighting (EPL), a McFarland, WI-based energy efficient lighting design firm has been awarded the contract to upgrade the lighting at University of Wisconsin-Platteville.

Rodney Heller, lead designer and managing partner of Energy Performance Lighting (EPL), was interviewed and widely quoted in a Hometown News Group article titled, “Ban on Incandescent Light Bulbs Looms”.

Fusion Babbitting continues to grow and is excited to announce that Mr. Ackerman's start date was June 13th. 2011. He brings with him his many years of experience, in the field of fluid film bearings.(emergency service-repair-and manufacturing).

Rodney Heller, lead designer and managing partner of Energy Performance Lighting (EPL), appeared as guest on “In Business with Jody and Joan”. Tune in to the podcast and find out how your business can be more energy efficient and save money, too!

Earth Sense Energy Systems, Inc.’s annual Father’s Day Sale begins June 16, 2011 and will end on June 22, 2011.

Pittsburgh-based engineering and environmental consulting firm expands operations to 21 offices.

Recognized by the USHCC as a leader in Green Business Training

LD+A magazine outlines a retrofit lighting project that Energy Performance Lighting (EPL) successfully completed for American Family Insurance in the April 2011 issue titled, “Employees Opt for Blue Hues”.

Rodney Heller, lead designer and managing partner of Energy Performance Lighting (EPL), appears in the Wisconsin State Journal’s weekly feature titled, “What I Do: Rodney Heller helps customers see the light”.

Rodney Heller, lead designer and managing partner of Energy Performance Lighting, recently presented to attendees of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) 2011 Facility Fusion Conference in Boston, MA.

Wert-Berater, Inc. is a leading provider of feasibility studies. Please visit our website at www.wert-berater.com

SunPower Premium Cold Flow Biodiesel is announcing the addition of a public, 24-hour biodiesel fueling station at its facility in Cumberland. The fueling station is part of SunPower’s operational expansion plan, taking place over the coming years.

MEGTEC Systems, a global leader in environmental compliance and sustainability equipment supply, has announced the company's participation in the upcoming Energy, Utility & Environment Conference.

Vorpahl Fire and Safety Adds Ergodyne's 6900 Argon Gas Filled NobelTek Insulated Vest to It's series of Winter Personal Protective Apparel Line

After ten years working in the renewable energy field, Ron MacKinnon of whoknowsthisstuff.com seeks to educate consumers on how they can take part in the ecological and economic benefits of renewable energy.

Hydraulic hybrid vehicles with time-tested technology deliver better fuel economy than their battery operated hybrid cousins—saving companies that use them 30-50% on fuel consumption. Fluid power industry united on bringing efficiencies to market.

The Ozone Company is helping many hospitality venues not only save money but also become more green in the process with their Ecowash Premier Ozone Laundry Systems and Ozone Pool Systems.

Fusion babbitting company, milwaukee has added new equipment this month. The addition of it's new trak dpm bed mill, will increase efficiency, quality and open new opportunities.

Ron MacKinnon has a background in HVAC and energy management and expertise in a broad range of renewable energy options. But his passion is geothermal energy and he’s committed to providing clear, concise and consistent information to US consumers.

The Olson family, of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, are the winners of the 2010 EcoFair360 Solar Roof Sweepstakes. They will receive a 1 kilowatt solar panel, converter box, mounting hardware and all necessary wiring.

Tools and activities included in the Energy Efficiency Toolkit can be completed in a single weekend, saving the average household $220 per year.

The Rosemont School District will soon receive a 1kW solar panel at no cost. It will be financed by Community Green Energy (CGE), an organization founded to find new ways to finance green energy, as part of CGE’s ‘Solar For Schools’ program.

Doreen’s Gourmet Pizza, who provide top-quality frozen pizzas to groceries throughout Illinois and Indiana, will “green up” 100% of its electric use for 2010 by purchasing Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) from Community Green Energy (CGE).

Multiple units of the popular WindMaster 750kW used wind turbines are now available from FESCO Direct LLC. These wind turbines were commissioned in the mid 1990's and installed in locations in England and Poland.

FESCO Direct, a supplier of wind turbine systems, announced an agreement with Oscar J Boldt Construction, a wind turbine installer, to work together to offer clients a single source for planning, purchase, and installation of wind turbine systems.

New supplies of used utility scale wind turbines have been located and are being offered in “as is” or remanufactured condition from FESCO Direct.

The new Eco Home Party package from Eco Hatchery includes all the elements needed to make a real impact this Earth Day. Host a party to help friends and neighbors reduce greenhouse gas emissions, conserve water and energy, and save money.

The Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) has certified Matthew Gladen of FESCO Direct LLC as a Wind Site Assessor. Wind Site Assessors provide detailed data regarding specific proposed wind turbine locations to those considering wind energy.

Community Green Energy announced that the winner of the Solar Roof Sweepstakes is David Siegfried of Vienna, Ohio. Mr. Siegfried will receive a 1 kilowatt solar panel, converter box, mounting hardware and all needed wiring to connect it to his home.

Used & Remanufactured Vestas Wind Turbines For Sale are available from FESCO Direct LLC. Used and Remanufactured Wind Turbines are an affordable alternative to new wind turbines and other reliable sources of renewable energy.

Information surrounding the launch of the StarTrol LED lighting line from Huot Instruments, LLC.

FESCO Direct is a resource for Wisconsin residents and businesses looking to implement renewable energy

DIY energy-saving toolkits from Eco Hatchery make it easy to save energy, water, money, and the environment. Kits can be ordered online and shipped directly to friends, family and associates with personalized gift messages for the holidays.

FESCO Direct LLC Wind Energy has announced its desire to locate and arrange purchase of used wind turbines and parts being decommissioned from wind farms and other wind operations.

Eco Hatchery programs make sustainability an integral part of organizational culture, while enabling employers to chart and report the collective progress of their workforce.

Third-party independent testing recently confirmed that Continental Girbau’s new 55-pound capacity E-Series™ Washer-Extractor is highly efficient, according to Joel Jorgensen, Continental’s vice president of sales and customer services.

BABBITT BEARING REPAIR AND MANUFACTURING: Fusion Babbitting Company, (Milwaukee) offers its customers the finest rebabbitting services in the world. Characteristics that define our bearings are 98 to 100 percent bond to the bearing shell.

FESCO Direct LLC has announced the Enertech E 13 Wind Turbine is an ideal match for Wisconsin dairy farmers interested in exploring the current financial incentives and grants available to them through the implementation of wind energy system.

FESCO Direct Renewable Energy Division has refurbished wind turbines available for immediate purchase. Available models include: Vestas V-17, Vestas V-25, Vestas V-27, Nordtank 130, NTK 300, NTK Miocon 600kw, and more.

FESCO Direct announced Jason Jacobs agreed to head their Renewable Energy Division. The division currently offers new or refurbished wind turbines to retail or wholesale customers globally, and offers complete wind system service domestically.

FESCO Direct LLC has entered Wisconsin’s clean energy industry with the formation of a renewable energy division. FESCO Direct has partnered with Enertech (Newton, KS) to serve as Wisconsin distributor of the Enertech E-13 Mid Sized Wind Turbine.

Leonardo Academy is now accepting applications for participation on the Standards Committee that will work to develop an American National Standard for quantifying and documenting environmental emission inventories, reduction credits and offsets.

Many of us need a gentle nudge to move toward a more sustainable lifestyle. Eco Hatchery makes it easy to join forces with others to save money and the earth. Online communities help you set goals, and Eco Kits help you get the job done.

Community Green Energy has launched The “Solar Roof” sweepstakes running through December 31, 2009, and open to all adult U.S. residents. One winner will receive a complete 1 kilowatt roof mounted solar photovoltaic package.