This guest essay reflects the views of John R. Durso, president of the Long Island Federation of Labor. As New York State prepares to announce the winners of its fifth offshore wind solicitation, we should remember that the best way to honor the momentum we’ve built is to fully commit. New York is serious about addressing climate change, creating quality union jobs, and ensuring a cleaner, more resilient future for our children. That requires an all-of-the-above energy approach, with significant and continued investment in offshore wind. It would be easy to focus on the obstacles and overlook the immense progress we have made. Nowhere in the United States is this more evident than on Long Island. South Fork Wind is a powerful example of what we can achieve when vision and resilience come together. The project’s success, along with the ongoing construction of the Sunrise Wind project, show what New Yorkers can accomplish when we work together — no matter how challenging the journey. Rebuilding our energy infrastructure to meet the moment and deliver a cleaner, brighter future is a complex and ambitious undertaking. But if there’s one thing history has shown us, it’s that things worth doing are rarely easy. In fact, it’s the challenges that give weight to our victories and meaning to our progress. Offshore wind development isn’t just about hitting renewable energy targets; it’s about investing in our communities, believing in our workforce, strengthening our energy independence, and bolstering national security. New York is on track to be the center of a robust offshore wind industry that will be an integral part of fueling our future. Not only does South Fork Wind represent a new chapter in Long Island’s energy story, it’s one that prioritizes environmental stewardship and economic resilience. From our Editorial Board, get inside the local, city and state political scenes. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy . The Sunrise Wind project is going to be even more impactful. When completed, it will bring power to thousands more homes, put more people to work in good-paying union jobs, and support our climate goals. These projects haven’t come without their challenges. Developers must prioritize displaced workers as the industry footprint continues to grow, and operations and maintenance workers must have the freedom to exercise their rights without fear of retribution. But the progress we’re making shows that these challenges can be met — and that the benefits are substantial. New York’s energy transition offers us a rare chance to reshape our economy in ways that prioritize working people and future generations. Each new wind turbine off our coast reduces our dependence on fossil fuels, enhances our resilience against energy disruptions, and strengthens our national security. For New Yorkers, this means having a reliable energy supply that isn’t subject to the whims of global markets. It’s a vital step toward achieving true energy independence. The challenges facing offshore wind development on Long Island are real and surmountable. Remember: The difficulty of a task does not diminish its value. In fact, the hurdles we’ve overcome to get to this point only reinforce the importance of our efforts. New York has a unique opportunity to lead the nation in offshore wind, to create a cleaner, safer, and more prosperous future for all. But achieving that future requires boldness and ambition. As we prepare for the fifth offshore wind solicitation, I urge New York State to go big — to fully commit to the path of progress, resilience, and opportunity. It’s proof that the path to a better future isn’t always easy, but it is always worth taking. Let’s continue to rise to the challenge and build a legacy of which we can all be proud. This guest essay reflects the views of John R. Durso, president of the Long Island Federation of Labor.Office of the Special Prosecutor to Monitor 2024 Elections for Corruption and Unfair PracticesLIBERTY LAKE, Wash., Dec. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI), which is innovating new ways for energy providers and cities to manage energy and water, announced today a collaboration with Xcel Energy to manage the growing number of distributed energy resources (DERs) in Colorado, including residential battery energy storage, to support grid flexibility and customer choice. As part of this collaboration, Xcel Energy has contracted with Itron to deploy an Aggregator Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS) from Itron’s Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio to help manage DERs. On average, 25% of all U.S. homes with solar PV also have battery energy storage. As consumer adoption of battery energy storage continues to grow, energy providers can use Aggregator DERMS to enlist consumer-owned residential battery storage at the edge of the grid as a resource to support the grid. Residential batteries, and other DERs, can help optimize grid operations, promoting greater system reliability, lower energy costs and increased customer choice to adopt solar generation and electric vehicles. Aggregator DERMS enables both aggregated management of DERs for tasks such as load balancing and demand response as well as localized management of DERs for managing solar panels, EV chargers and smart thermostats. Itron’s Aggregator DERMS allows Xcel Energy to use residential battery storage through its Renewable Battery Connect program to manage peak loads and to support reliable electric service to customers. “As we lead the clean energy transition, Xcel Energy continues to make strides to deliver energy to our customers when and where they need it. Using our Virtual Power Plant program - Renewable Battery Connect, we can manage distributed energy resources to help our energy grid meet unprecedented increases in demand from a more electrified economy,” said Emmett Romine, VP Customer Energy & Transportation Solutions at Xcel Energy. “We’re delivering clean, reliable and resilient electricity to customers while keeping bills low, and we’re always looking for opportunities to use new technologies to benefit our customers.” “Xcel Energy is an innovator in adopting and deploying systems that are ready for the increase in DERs. Our solution turns these customer-owned devices into grid assets, which is crucial for an electrified future,” said Don Reeves, senior vice president of Outcomes at Itron. “Itron’s Aggregator DERMS can lay the foundation for autonomous management of DERs, when used with distributed intelligence, to provide real-time visibility into the grid edge. This broader solution uses back-office analytics combined with DI edge computing that operates on a customer’s Itron electric meter directly. DI can connect to, and coordinate with the customer’s DER, such as battery storage, to continuously take advantage of stored energy in near real-time to protect customer and grid assets autonomously, which is an industry first.” “Itron’s Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio currently manages 3 million DER devices for 30 utilities across the U.S. and helps solve the challenges of tomorrow by leveraging the power of grid edge intelligence. I look forward to our continued collaboration with Xcel Energy and supporting a grid that’s ready for the future of DERs.” To learn more about Itron’s Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio, visit the solution page . About Itron Itron is a proven global leader in energy, water, smart city, IIoT and intelligent infrastructure services. For utilities, cities and society, we build innovative systems, create new efficiencies, connect communities, encourage conservation and increase resourcefulness. By safeguarding our invaluable natural resources today and tomorrow, we improve the quality of life for people around the world. Join us: www.itron.com . Itron ® and the Itron Logo are trademarks of Itron, Inc in the United States and other countries and regions. All third-party trademarks are property of their respective owners and any usage herein does not suggest or imply any relationship between Itron and the third party unless expressly stated. For additional information, contact: Itron, Inc. Alison Mallahan Senior Manager, Corporate Communications 509-891-3802 PR@Itron.com Paul Vincent Vice President, Investor Relations 512-560-1172 Investors@itron.com Itron, Inc. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/itroninc X: www.x.com/itroninc Newsroom: https://itron.com/newsroom Blog: https://itron.com/blog
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Hexagon Composites names Dr Philipp Schramm as Chief Executive Officer OSLO, Norway, Dec. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of Hexagon Composites (OSE: HEX.OL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Philipp Schramm as Chief Executive Officer, effective 7 January 2025. Schramm will succeed Jon Erik Engeset, who on 16 April 2024 Philipp is an automotive industry executive, with more than 15 years of global experience in the automotive supplier industry. He recently served as the CEO and CFO of Brose, one of the world’s largest family-owned automotive parts suppliers, with approximately 32,000 employees across 24 countries and annual revenues of around EUR 8 billion. Since joining Brose in 2020 the company has grown by about 30%. Prior to his role at Brose, Philipp held several senior positions at Webasto, another leading automotive supplier. Schramm’s career started with PricewaterhouseCoopers with a focus on audit, M&A, restructuring and transaction services. His customer-focused approach and deep sector knowledge have driven significant growth and value creation in his previous positions where he has successfully identified new markets, geographies, and business opportunities in dynamic and fast changing environments. Chair of the Board of Hexagon Composites, said : “Philipp brings a broad industry experience, a proven track record of driving success as well as a value and people focused mindset, Philipp has worked in and understands all of Hexagon’s major markets. Our board believes he will be a transformative leader for our company and our industry.” , said : “The broad portfolio of technologies of Hexagon and its 38% stake in Hexagon Purus, which includes technologies for Renewable Natural Gas, Hydrogen and Battery Electric Solutions enable cost effective and environmentally friendly alternatives for the transportation and gas distribution industries. Throughout my career, I’ve been driven to unlock the power of people to effect change. As we face today’s challenges, it is crucial to utilize all available energy options. I am eager to collaborate with Hexagon’s leadership, employees, associates and partners to unlock Hexagon’s full potential,” Philipp holds a Ph.D. (business doctorate) and a Diploma in Business Administration from the Katholische Universitat Eichstatt-Ingolstadt, Germany, as well as the equivalent of an executive MBA from Harvard Business School. the latest news shaping the hydrogen market at Hexagon Composites names Dr Philipp Schramm as Chief Executive Officer, Cipher Neutron Adds Industry Veteran Dr Pierre Rivard to Its Board of Directors Canadian company Cipher Neutron Inc. (“Cipher Neutron”, the “Company” or “CN”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Pierre Rivard... Inomin Appoints Morten Stahl as Hydrogen Advisor Morten is an entrepreneur, seasoned climate tech investor, and the founder of Natural Hydrogen Ventures, the world’s first investment fund dedicated to the emerging... Hyundai Motor Company Appoints José Muñoz as Chief Executive Officer SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) today announced the appointment of José Muñoz as the...For their last holiday season in the White House, President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden decked the halls with a theme of "A Season of Peace and Light." When guests first enter the White House for holiday tours, they're greeted by a massive, rotating starlight above the East Wing. The first tree on the tour is dedicated to Gold Star Families. It's made of six oversized and stacked stars representing the branches of the military. Names of fallen service members are written on gold star ornaments on the four accompanying Christmas trees around the room, according to the White House website . Brass-colored bells suspended from archways down the East Colonnade surround guests with the "peaceful sounds of the holiday season." The White House Library is a forest of vintage ceramic Christmas trees. RELATED STORY | Capitol Christmas tree arrives in Washington after 4,000-mile journey from Alaska The ceiling of the East Room is wrapped in a canopy of reflective medallions that mimic the feeling of a peaceful snowfall. This is where guests will find the Nativity scene that has been displayed during every White House holiday season since 1967. In the Blue Room, guests will find the official White House Christmas Tree, a Fraser fir from North Carolina, on display in the center of a whimsical carousel. Every year the room's chandelier is removed to accommodate the tall Christmas trees. Military families from the USS Delaware and the USS Gabrielle Giffords, Navy vessels that First Lady Biden sponsors, made dazzling paper garlands that wrap around the State Dining Room. One of the most anticipated features every year is the Gingerbread White House. The sugary replica features a large starburst and a cheerful scene of ice skaters this year. The White House said the gingerbread masterpiece took 25 sheets of gingerbread dough, 10 sheets of sugar cookie dough, five pounds of pastillage, 45 pounds of chocolate, 50 pounds of royal icing and 10 pounds of gum paste to come to life. In total, there are 83 Christmas trees throughout the White House adorned with approximately 9,810 feet of ribbon and over 28,125 ornaments. Over 165,075 lights decorate the trees, garlands, wreaths and displays. RELATED STORY | Experts share tips on how to have a bugfree Christmas "It has been the honor of our lives to serve as your President and First Lady. Our hope is for the Nation to be blessed with the peace and light of the holiday season. We wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays," the president and first lady wrote in the welcome letter for the commemorative White House Holiday Guide. It took over 300 dedicated volunteers from across the country a full week to decorate the inside and outside of the White House, who the first lady thanked during a special event to mark the holiday season. The first lady invited National Guard families to be the first to experience this year's magical decorations and had their children on stage at the special event.Tests keep coming for Auburn and Duke, who collide at Cameron Indoor Stadium in a typical prove-it game in a rare environment on Wednesday night. No. 2 Auburn and No. 9 Duke square off less than one month into the season as two of the most battle-tested teams in basketball. They're matched as one of the marquee games in the crossover showcase known as the ACC-SEC Challenge. Auburn (7-0) jumped two spots in the latest Top 25 poll propelled by its Maui Invitational championship. In one of Feast Week's toughest brackets, the Tigers rallied from 18 points down to beat then-No. 4 Iowa State, handled then-No. 12 North Carolina 85-72 and rolled past Memphis 90-76 in the title game. With a week off to shed any remnants of jet lag returning from the islands, Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl is pointing to another potential resume-building win. "The confidence that we're going to get from (Maui) is that we know we can play with anybody," Pearl said. "I promise you this, we'll stay humble and hungry. We will not begin to think too much of ourselves." Helping lead Auburn in Maui was fifth-year power forward Johni Broome. The tournament's MVP, Broome averaged 21.7 points, 15 rebounds, 4.3 assists and three blocks in the three-game sweep. Spearheading a veteran Tigers roster, Broome couldn't care less about individual honors. "I wanted to come to a place where the foundation was already built, and that's why I came to Auburn," Broome said. "Winning player of the year doesn't matter to me. I care about winning games, and making sure I can help my team in any way." Broome's 20.7 points and 12.9 rebounds per game lead the Tigers, while Chad Baker-Mazara adds 12.6 ppg and Denver Jones chips in 11.1. Auburn's next roadblock is earning its first-ever win against Duke. The Tigers are 0-3 all-time against the Blue Devils, including a six-point loss in the 2018 Maui Invitational. Duke (5-2) has already been through three games against ranked opponents. The Blue Devils had a 77-72 loss against then-No. 19 Kentucky, a 14-point win at then-No. 17 Arizona and a 75-72 defeat against No. 1 Kansas last week in Las Vegas. "Best team we've played so far," Pearl said of Duke. Bouncing back on Friday, the Blue Devils took down Seattle 70-48, holding the Redhawks to just 10 made field goals on 47 attempts (21.3 percent). Despite the suffocating defensive effort, Duke head coach Jon Scheyer knows his team has a long way to go. "I wasn't really happy with much tonight, to be honest," Scheyer said on Friday. "I thought we rushed some shots, had too many turnovers. We need to finish stronger, drive stronger, make extra passes, there were a whole bunch of things. ... We just need to get back to practice. In fairness to our guys, we've been traveling a lot and we just need practice time." Pacing the Blue Devils in scoring is five-star freshman Cooper Flagg. He's averaging 15.9 points per game to go along with 8.3 rebounds. Fellow freshman Kon Knueppel adds 13.4 points per contest. Far less seasoned raw freshman, big man Khaman Maluach has given Duke's interior defense an edge it was lacking last season. A projected lottery pick who can be overshadowed by the Flagg publicity train, Maluach (7-2, 248) is averaging 8.4 points, 5.0 rebounds and has two three-block games. 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