Sensata Technologies has established a new near-term goal supporting environmental sustainability and aims to achieve a 45% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions by 2030 compared to the 2021 baseline. The new goal is in addition to the Company’s long-term goal to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by 2050. Energy and Emissions As outlined in Sensata’s 2022 Sustainability Report, Energy and Emissions are one of the Company’s key material top...

The acquisition complements Siemens’ existing eMobility charging portfolio, adding products and solutions ranging from 40 kilowatts (kW) to megawatt charging solutions for depots and en-route charging. Heliox’s portfolio also extends Siemens’ market reach, primarily in Europe and North America, while improving capabilities in power electronics. Heliox’s mobile, scalable, and parallel charging solutions will enable Siemens to serve these markets better. DC fast charging...

Six easy ways to start the new year with simple energy-saving solutions. January is the perfect time to start smart new habits and refresh old ones. If one of their resolutions is to save money this year, some simple technology upgrades, minor maintenance, and a couple of small shifts in lifestyle can go a long way in reducing home energy costs year-round.  With National Cut Your Energy Costs Day coming up on January 10, Ameren Missouri has put together a list of six energy savings re...

The wide variety of electrical power distribution infrastructure methods that exist around the world hosts many challenges for power engineers designing products that rely on high-voltage power sources. However, regardless of the power distribution infrastructure method, high transient voltages are present in the electrical power distribution systems simply by the nature of their power sources. Transient voltages can be caused by a release in stored energy, from a variety of sources including t...

The Board of Directors of Ameren Corporation announced that Kimberly J. Harris has been elected to the Ameren Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2024. She brings extensive senior leadership experience to the Ameren Board of Directors. Kimberly J. Harris is the former Chief Executive Officer and President of Puget Sound Energy (PSE), Washington State's largest utility serving more than 1.5 million customers across 10 counties. During her nine-year tenure as CEO at PSE, she fostered a stron...

Facing the ongoing energy scarcity in South Africa, equipment is expected to play an increasingly crucial role in the strategy for energy solutions in the industry. Production and processing sectors, including mineral processing plants, are energy-intensive industries that need to find ways to reduce consumption while simultaneously increasing efficiency, essential for both economic and environmental reasons. Electric motors and drives are employed across all industries to operate pumps, mixers...

Ameren Missouri is announcing that nearly 900 commercial customers have participated in its business energy savings program, BizSavers, in 2023. Combined, these customers project will save over $7.1 million on their energy costs, after completing more than 1,390 energy efficiency projects, leading to in excess of 72 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of projected electricity saved. “The BizSavers program is designed to provide quick and easy savings, as well as customized solutions for business...

Primax Electronics Ltd. announced its participation in CES 2024, where it will showcase a wide range of products and technologies. As a pioneering ODM manufacturer with expertise in interface, visual, and audio solutions, CES provides the ultimate platform for Primax to connect and collaborate with existing and potential partners, allowing it to display its one-stop-shop and high-quality customizable solutions to the world. To learn more, join Primax at CES 2024: CES Booth No. 1713,&...

Around 250 owners, organizers, and hosts of the world’s greatest events gathered in Glasgow, Scotland at Host City 2023 under the theme “Driving and Reacting to Change”. Artificial intelligence, climate change, and Generation Z were among the concerns addressed by representatives of Paris 2024, Milano-Cortina 2026, LA28, Cirque de Soleil, FIFA, and many more. 10th edition of Host City The 10th edition of Host City, the greatest meeting of cities and sports, business, an...

Attendees can check out Drow Enterprise exhibits at Booth No. J1317 at TAITRONICS 2023 event, which is taking place from 25 Oct. to 27 Oct. 2023, at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center No.1, Jingmao 2nd Rd., Nangang District, in Taipei City, Taiwan. Based in Taiwan since 1984, Drow Enterprise Co., Ltd. has been a manufacturer of power inverters and chargers. Its main power inverters and chargers include, DC to AC Power Inverter, Pure Sine Wave Solar Inverter, Modified Sine Wave Solar Inverter,...

Grainger, the broad line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products serving businesses and institutions, announces Cecelia Myers joined the company as Vice President, Group Product Manager. In this role, she will be responsible for Grainger's strategy to custom build technology capabilities aimed at improving the customer and team member experience. "I am thrilled to welcome Cecelia to Grainger as we continue to unlock new ways to create competitive advantage and support ou...

ECI Lighting is delighted to officially announce their new partnership with TRILUX, one of the world’s renowned lighting companies. Currently celebrating 111 years in business, TRILUX are among the most innovative and most awarded lighting manufacturers in the industry, so this represents a significant milestone for them. TRILUX and ECI Lighting partnership “ECI Lighting’s expertise in lighting design, supply and customer service is unmatched, and we are thrilled to have the...

Siemens AG has taken measures to support the stability of Siemens Energy AG and accelerate separation in India – in the best possible interests of all parties. Specifically, Siemens intends to enter into a share purchase agreement with Siemens Energy to acquire an 18% stake in Siemens Ltd. India from Siemens Energy for a purchase price of 2.1 billion euro in cash. This would increase Siemens’ stake in the publicly listed - Siemens Ltd. India from 51% to 69%, while Siemens Energy&rsq...

When it’s time to switch the holiday lights on, they’ll want to make sure they have safety in mind. Here are the best ways to prepare the home and decorations before the holidays: Check last year’s string lights and make sure they aren’t frayed. When replacing any bulbs, make sure the wattage and voltage match the original strand. Check for overhead power lines before hanging outdoor lights, keeping at least 10 feet away from lines. Avoid running extension cords thr...

A Central Texas-based motor company is looking to expand its workforce and footprint in Austin and Mexico on the back of raising $185 million in funding. Infinitum, which was founded in 2016 by CEO Ben Schuler, makes motors that include circuit boards that cut down on some of the costly equipment required in traditional motors. As a result, Infinitum says its motors are more efficient, smaller and quieter than traditional motors. Efficient electric motor Infinitum’s latest funding round...

At the SPS 2023 trade show in Nuremberg (November 14-16, 2023), B&R is showcasing some of the ways it partners with machine builders and manufacturers to navigate through huge industry transformations, while also being aligned to a sustainable future. Sustainability "Sustainability is at the top of the agenda as a fundamental consideration of what our customers need, what consumers want, and how we commit to a better future for all," said B&R CEO, Jörg Theis. Jörg Theis adds...

Siemens’ software has been deployed to Norwegian distribution system operator (DSO) Elvia, with the goal to future-proof its distribution grid management. Siemens’ low voltage software, LV Insights® X, and advanced distribution management system, Spectrum PowerTM 7 ADMS, are now operational and will provide Elvia with relevant insights to flexibly manage its grid and increase capacity fast. With LV Insights® X, Elvia is able to leverage existing data and create a digital tw...

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, and the United States Air Force marked the successful implementation of a $406 million infrastructure improvement project that modernizes energy resilience systems and enhances national security at Yokota Air Base in Japan. Located 28 miles from downtown Tokyo, Yokota Air Base is a critical hub for U.S. military operations in the Pacific, enabling rapid response across the Indo-Pacific region and...

A subsidiary of St. Louis-based Ameren Corporation, in partnership with the Missouri Electric Commission, has been selected by the regional grid operator, the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), to lead the development of an US$ 84 million transmission project in northwest Missouri. “This project will bolster grid resiliency and energy reliability for Missourians,” said Shawn Schukar, President of Ameren Transmission Company of Illinois (ATXI), a subsidiary of Ameren Co...

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and sustainability, today announced that it has retained the top spot in the 2023 Guidehouse Insights Energy Service Company (ESCO) Leaderboard. Guidehouse Insights is a global market intelligence firm that uses a proprietary methodology to provide an objective assessment of the ESCO market.  This marks the third consecutive Leaderboard in which Guidehouse Insights has ranked Schneider Electric as the #1 ESCO, demonstrating its com...

City Energy and Gentari have signed a Joint Feasibility Study Agreement to construct a pipeline from Malaysia to Singapore for the import of hydrogen into the Republic. FEED agreement This follows a Memorandum of Understanding signed in April 2023 between City Energy, Singapore’s sole producer and provider of piped town gas and wholly owned subsidiary of Keppel Infrastructure Trust, and Gentari, a Malaysian clean energy solutions provider wholly owned by PETRONAS. The study will be cond...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has announced that it played the key role in leading the project to draft the 2023 International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) White Paper entitled ‘Power Semiconductors for an Energy-Wise society,’ which the IEC released on October 17, 2023. This is the first time for a White Paper, published annually since 2010, to issue recommendations for developing and expanding international standards and certification systems for power semiconductors. 2023...

Teams and apprentices from Ameren Illinois crossed the stage several times and collected some serious hardware for their efforts at the International Lineman’s Rodeo in Overland Park, Kansas, USA, from Oct. 13-14, 2023. “It was one of our best all-time efforts at the international competition,” said Craig Gilson, retiring VP of Electric Operations for Ameren Illinois, adding “Everyone competed safely and gave their best efforts in front of family, friends and coworkers....

Sensata Technologies, a pioneer in aerospace sensing technology, is excited to announce its participation in the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (BACE) 2023, taking place from October 17 to 19 in Las Vegas, NV. At booth N2815, Sensata Technologies will display its innovative Electrified Flight Portfolio, featuring a range of groundbreaking products including Inceptors, Insulation Monitoring Devices (IMDS), Electric Drive Sensors, and...

The Digital Energy Solutions arm of L&T Power Transmission & Distribution business has significantly expanded its presence across India, Middle East, and North America. In India, the business is implementing a key order to upgrade SCADA and associated systems in the National and Regional Transmission Asset Management Centers. Controlling one of the largest substation and transmission line networks in the world, the Power Transmission Asset Management Centers in India undertake sophistic...

As part of its effort to expand its presence in the East African markets, WEG is taking significant steps to increase its presence in Uganda through a partnership with Petrok as a Value Added Reseller (VAR). Petrok's local presence and technical expertise, along with the reliability of WEG products in the market, will facilitate this expansion. Strengthening position in Uganda The expected economic growth from projects like as the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), along with the existi...

As the temperatures cool down and customers begin to prepare for the winter months, Ameren Illinois and Google are joining forces with the Environmental Law and Policy Center to give Ameren Illinois heating customers another helpful way to save energy. Customers can get a Google Nest Thermostat, at no cost with tax and shipping included, thanks to a special promotion that runs through November 30. Approximately half of a typical residential customer’s utility costs go toward heating and c...

Prysmian Group (‘the Group’) will present its strategy including the reshaping of its business into four new segments and outline financial and non-financial targets for 2027. The strategy will see Prysmian capitalize on its leading positions and outline plans to win in new growth markets in order to become a global cabling solution provider leading the Energy Transition and Digital Transformation. Details of the strategic plan will be announced during Prysmian Group's Capital Mark...

The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has bestowed its National Training School Instructor of the Year honor to Jim Mundy, President of Asset Protection Associates, who stands as a shining example of dedication, expertise, and inspiration in the field of electronic security and life safety. “My first absolute love is teaching,” says Jim Mundy. “I began teaching when I was twelve years old, starting with archery, then later as a technical instructor in the military, eventua...

Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. developed a small S-,C-,L-band dual port pump laser for Raman amplifiers that has high output and low power consumption. As data transmission speed increases, the transmission distance decreases due to degradation of the OSNR on the signal-receiving side. In particular, when existing communication systems are used at faster transmission speeds, the role of the Raman amplifier, which can amplify optical output power without attenuation of the signal light quality, wil...