Victor Lee is Appointed CEO of Ascent Solar Technologies

3 Feb 2012 10:44:04 EST

Thornton, CO., February 3, 2012 - Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTI), a developer of flexible CIGS solar panels, announced that Victor Lee, Executive Director of TFG Radiant Group Ltd. and its affiliates (“TFG Radiant”), Ascent’s largest shareholder, has been appointed President and CEO of the Thornton, Colo., based solar panel manufacturer. TFG Radiant currently owns approximately 20% of the outstanding ...

TECO Energy Names New Board Member

3 Feb 2012 10:16:19 EST

Tampa, FL, February 3, 2012 - TECO Energy (NYSE: TE) has named Evelyn Follit to the board of directors and its Audit Committee. Like other TECO Energy directors, she also will serve on the board of the company’s principal subsidiary, Tampa Electric Company. Follit has more than 20 years’ experience in leadership positions with major corporations in the areas of information technology, human resources and operations ...

Charles "Chip" McClure Named to DTE Energy Board of Directors

3 Feb 2012 09:16:00 EST

Detroit, MI, February 3, 2012 - Charles G. "Chip" McClure was named to the DTE Energy board of directors. McClure, 58, is chairman, president and CEO of Meritor Inc. He joined the company in 2004. Prior to his current role, McClure served as president and CEO, and a member of the board of Federal-Mogul Corp. He joined the company in 2001 as president, chief operating officer and a member of the board. Before joining ...

Morter joins City Light as Power Operations and Marketing Director

2 Feb 2012 15:22:16 EST

Seattle, February 2, 2012 - Wayne Morter has been named power operations and marketing director for Seattle City Light, Superintendent Jorge Carrasco announced. “Wayne Morter brings a wealth of power marketing experience involving public utilities to his new role at Seattle City Light,” Carrasco said. “I am delighted to have him join our team.”

American Utility Management Hires Joseph R. Stackhouse as Executive Vice President, Client Relations

2 Feb 2012 14:07:36 EST

Lombard, IL., February 2, 2012 - American Utility Management, Inc. (AUM) announced that it has hired Joseph R. Stackhouse as Executive Vice President, Client Relations. In this role, Joseph will oversee corporate operations, account management, and resident customer service teams, and will expand into training and transitions in the upcoming months. “Joe’s addition to the team further strengthens our commitment to our ...

Martin Appointed Wisconsin Energy Executive Vice President and General Counsel; Fleming to Retire

2 Feb 2012 09:19:33 EST

Milwaukee, February 2, 2012 - Susan Martin has been appointed executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary of Wisconsin Energy Corporation (NYSE:WEC), effective March 1. Martin, 59, who currently serves as vice president, corporate secretary and associate general counsel, will succeed James Fleming, who has served as executive vice president and general counsel since 2006.Fleming has announced his intention ...

ENBALA Power Networks® names Tom Brady Chairman of the Board

1 Feb 2012 13:28:02 EST

Toronto, ON, February 1, 2012 - ENBALA Power Networks has named Tom Brady as the company's Chairman of the Board. "Tom has made an important impact in the energy world and has the forward-looking vision that ENBALA is built on," said Ron Dizy, President and CEO, ENBALA Power Networks. "His insight and leadership will be invaluable to ENBALA's employees and partners as we continue to build and expand our network." ...

El Paso Electric CEO David W. Stevens Submits Resignation; Retired Vice Chairman of American Electric Power Thomas V. Shockley to Serve as Interim CEO

1 Feb 2012 09:16:49 EST

El Paso, TX, February 1, 2012 - David W. Stevens, Chief Executive Officer of the El Paso Electric (EPE) Company (NYSE:EE), notified the Board of Directors in a letter on January 30 that he is resigning his position effective March 2, 2012 to pursue another job opportunity. The Board announced on January 31 that Thomas V. Shockley, EPE director and former Vice Chairman of American Electric Power (AEP), one of the largest electric ...

P2 Energy Solutions Appoints Chad Martin Chief Financial Officer

31 Jan 2012 16:02:59 EST

Denver, January 31, 2012 - P2 Energy Solutions, the largest independent software and services provider to the upstream oil and gas industry, announces Chad Martin as its new Chief Financial Officer. “P2 is a clear leader in the North American upstream software technology space, and I’m eager to help the company grow into a global leader as well.” .Martin comes to P2 with more than 20 years’ experience ...

Entergy Announces Key Leadership Changes

31 Jan 2012 09:21:00 EST

New Orleans, January 31, 2012 - Gary Taylor, Group President Utility Operations and Robert Sloan, Executive Vice President and General Counsel to retire. Marcus Brown elected as Sloan's successor. Taylor's successor to be named later. Entergy Corporation (NYSE: ETR) announced that Gary Taylor, group president of utility operations will be retiring from the company May 31, 2012. Taylor will continue to lead utility ...

Dr. Steven Beering to Retire from NiSource Board of Directors

30 Jan 2012 09:08:09 EST

Merrillville, IN, January 30, 2012 - The NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) Board of Directors announced that Dr. Steven C. Beering , 78, has elected to retire at the end of his current term following 25 years of service as director. "Steve's dedication and commitment to NiSource have proven invaluable to the company and our Board," Ian M. Rolland , Board Chairman noted. "During his tenure, Steve has helped position NiSource as ...

Axion Power Appoints Vani Dantam to Head Business Development, Sales & Marketing

27 Jan 2012 09:47:29 EST

New Castle, PA., January 27, 2012 - Axion Power International, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXPW), the developer of advanced leadcarbon PbC® batteries and energy storage systems, announced that Vani Kumar Dantam, 53, has been appointed to the new position of Senior Vice President/Business Development, Sales & Marketing.Mr Dantam was previously Vice President/Business Development & Sales for NYC-based Ener1 Inc., a supplier ...

Larry Grimm, P.E. Joins Navigant’s Energy Practice

25 Jan 2012 10:46:59 EST

Austin, TX, January 25, 2012 – Navigant (NYSE: NCI) announced that Larry Grimm, P.E., has joined Navigant’s Energy Practice as an Associate Director in the Austin, Texas office. Grimm specializes in electric grid operations, electric utility management, and North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Mandatory Reliability Standards Compliance—all of which are critical to maintaining and enhancing the reliability ...

Mitsubishi Electric Engineer Appointed Study Committee Chairman of International Council on Large Electric Systems

25 Jan 2012 09:22:33 EST

Tokyo, Japan, January 25, 2012 - Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced that Hiroki Ito, Research & Development Department Manager of Mitsubishi Electric's Transmission & Distribution Systems Center, has been elected as the next chairman of the Study Committee A3 (SC A3: High Voltage Equipment), which is one of the 16 study committees under the Paris-based International Council on Large Electric Systems (CIGRE). ...

Viridian Energy CEO and General Counsel Appointed Co-Chairs of National Energy Marketers Association Committee

24 Jan 2012 13:47:54 EST

Norwalk, CT., January 24, 2012 - Viridian Energy, a leading provider of affordable, green retail energy, announced that Viridian Founder and CEO Michael Fallquist and General Counsel Jan Fox have been appointed to co-chair the National Energy Marketers (NEM) Consumer Rights and Marketer Code of Conduct Committee. A national, non-profit trade association representing wholesale and retail marketers of natural gas and electricity, NEM ...

KBR Appoints Karl Roberts Senior Vice President of Canada Operations

24 Jan 2012 10:53:15 EST

Houston, January 24, 2012 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced the appointment of Karl Roberts as Senior Vice President, Canada Operations. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, Roberts will lead operations for construction, fabrication, maintenance and turnaround services throughout Canada. “With a proven track record for success, I am certain that Karl will be instrumental in successfully meeting our targets for this strategic market ...

Lightbridge Adds Ronald Cocherell of Southern Company to Nuclear Utility Fuel Advisory Board

23 Jan 2012 14:22:26 EST

McLean, VA., January 23, 2012 - Lightbridge Corporation (NASDAQ: LTBR), a leading innovator of next-generation nuclear fuel designs and provider of nuclear energy consulting services to commercial and governmental organizations, announced that the company has added a senior fuel manager of Southern Company (NYSE: SO) to the Lightbridge Nuclear Utility Fuel Advisory Board.Lightbridge advisory board members provide input into Lightbridge's ...

Alliant Energy Chairman and CEO William D. Harvey Announces Retirement

23 Jan 2012 09:09:54 EST

Madison, WI., January 23, 2012 - Alliant Energy Chairman and Chief Executive Officer William D. Harvey announced his intent to retire from the company effective March 31, 2012. Harvey has spent 25 years with Alliant Energy, and its predecessor WPL Holdings, and has served as Chairman and CEO for the last six years, leading the transformation of the company back to a top performing utility. The Board of Directors appointed Patricia ...

Canary Labs Solidifies Leadership in Energy Industry

23 Jan 2012 08:57:51 EST

Martinsburg, PA, January 20, 2012 - Canary Labs, the leading provider of data historian and trending applications, announced plans to increase its market presence to the oil, gas and electric markets by appointing Susan Herrington and Mary Jo Nye to its leadership team. Ms. Herrington, regional sales manager will direct sales activities to the oil and gas market. Ms. Nye, business development manager will develop marketing and sales ...

Smart Grid RoadShow Announces Program Committee Appointments for 2012

20 Jan 2012 11:52:06 EST

January 20, 2012 - Jaguar Expo, the owner, producer and manager of the popular Smart Grid RoadShow™ Conferences, has announced its slate of Conference Program Committee members for 2012. The expanded committee and composition reflects the continuing success of these popular regional Smart Grid-centric events with three events/venues planned for Spring, Summer and Fall 2012. Mike Marullo, Smart Grid RoadShow Conference ...

Public Service Enterprise Group Names Sheila Rostiac as President of PSEG Foundation

20 Jan 2012 11:20:37 EST

Newark, N.J., January 20, 2012 - PSEG announced the appointment of Sheila Rostiac as President of the PSEG Foundation and Director of Corporate Social Responsibility, effective January 9, 2012. Rostiac's responsibilities include development and implementation of policy, strategy and social investment initiatives that are aligned with the business objectives of PSEG. She also oversees corporate contributions, sponsorships and employee ...

American DG Energy Directors Elect New Board Member

20 Jan 2012 09:35:33 EST

Waltham, MA, January 20, 2012 - American DG Energy Inc. (NYSE Amex: ADGE), a leading On‑Site Utility, offering clean electricity, heat, hot water and cooling solutions to hospitality, healthcare, housing and athletic facilities, announced that Christine M. Klaskin, was elected to the Company's Board of Directors and is a member of the Audit Committee. Christine M. Klaskin, is the Vice President, Finance of Agenus Inc., ...

Stanek Elected to Wisconsin Energy Board of Directors

20 Jan 2012 09:13:21 EST

Milwaukee, January 20, 2012 - Mary Ellen Stanek, managing director and director of asset management of Robert W. Baird & Co., has been elected to the board of directors of Wisconsin Energy Corporation (NYSE:WEC), effective immediately. "I'm delighted that Mary Ellen has agreed to serve as a Wisconsin Energy director," said Gale Klappa, chairman, president, and chief executive officer. "Her extensive management ...

Matthews, Shafer Appointed Senior Vice Presidents of We Energies

20 Jan 2012 09:12:26 EST

Milwaukee, WI, January 20, 2012 - We Energies announced that Charles Matthews has been appointed senior vice president - Wholesale Energy and Fuels, and Joan Shafer has been appointed senior vice president - Customer Services. Matthews, 55, manages the company's daily interaction with the Midwest Independent System Operator, a regional entity that operates the bulk power transmission system. He also directs the purchase and delivery ...

Chalupsky Brings Over Two Decades of Industry Leadership to GRID20/20

20 Jan 2012 09:11:02 EST

Richmond, VA., January 20, 2012 - GRID20/20, Inc., a leading distribution transformer monitoring solutions provider and energy management systems company, announced that Larry Chalupsky , has joined the company as their new Senior Vice President of Strategic Development. Chalupsky is a veteran Smart Grid executive and industry consultant who has been in the forefront of smart metering and grid management for over 21 years. "We ...

UMS Merges Into Grid One Solutions

19 Jan 2012 16:09:52 EST

Aston, PA., January 19, 2012 - Utility Meter Services, Inc. (UMS) announced that it is merging its entire skilled work force and service capabilities into Grid One Solutions, Inc. as of February 1, 2012. Through this merger, Grid One will continue to serve UMS customers with meter reading, data, and revenue protection services, as well as value-added consumer programs that have been enabled by smart meter infrastructure. The ...

Principal Solar Names Start-Up and Finance Expert to Board of Directors

19 Jan 2012 11:18:52 EST

Dallas, January 19, 2012 - Principal Solar, Inc. (PSI; OTC Pink: PSWW), a publicly traded renewable energy holding company rapidly advancing the inevitable, worldwide utilization of solar energy through a unique roll-up strategy, announced the appointment of John R. Harris, a veteran in the Information Technology and Business Process Outsourcing industry with more than 35 years of experience in CEO and senior executive positions, ...

SolarEdge Technologies Appoints Joachim Nell as General Manager of SolarEdge Central Europe

19 Jan 2012 11:16:34 EST

Munich, January 19, 2012 - SolarEdge Technologies Inc., a leading provider of end-to-end solar power optimization and PV monitoring solutions, announced the appointment of Mr. Joachim Nell to the position of General Manager of SolarEdge Central Europe. In this role, Mr. Nell will be responsible for implementing the company’s regional strategy in Germany and the surrounding countries, in addition to enhancing the local ...

SolarBridge Appoints Judd Rabb, CPA, as CFO and VP of Finance

19 Jan 2012 11:14:21 EST

Austin, TX., January 19, 2012 - SolarBridge Technologies (SolarBridge), a leading provider of PV microinverter solutions, announced that Judd Rabb, CPA, will join SolarBridge as chief financial officer (CFO) and vice president of finance. “He brings a wealth of valuable experience to our company and will be an important contributor to the further success of SolarBridge.” .“As SolarBridge continues to grow, we ...

BPL Global Adds Distinguished Independent Board Members

19 Jan 2012 09:49:30 EST

Pittsburgh, January 19, 2012 - BPL Global®, Ltd. (BPLG), a smart grid technology company, announced today the election of Mr. William H. Downey and Ms. Susan Tomasky as board members. Mr. Downey and Ms. Tomasky join board chairman Dr. Francis J. Harvey as industry experts and independent directors. The addition of prestigious industry leaders represents a significant change in the level of industry knowledge, electric utility ...

Dune Energy Appoints Six New Directors

19 Jan 2012 08:56:30 EST

Houston, January 19, 2012 - Dune Energy, Inc. (OTCBB:DUNR) ("Dune") announced that the individuals listed below have been appointed to serve on Dune's board of directors effective January 18, 2012. Newly Appointed Directors Michael R. Keener , 52, has been the principal/owner since January of 2011 of KP Energy, a private company focused on providing Mezzanine Debt, Private Equity and Direct Asset ...

Entergy Names Terry Young To Lead Nuclear Communications Role

18 Jan 2012 09:37:48 EST

New Orleans, January 18, 2012 - Terry Young has been named vice president of nuclear communications for Entergy Corporation, announced Toni Beck, group vice president of corporate communications for the New Orleans-based integrated energy company. Currently director of generation communications for Arizona Public Service Company, Young, who will report to Beck, will lead the nuclear communications function for the nation's second ...

Elster Announces CFO Transition

18 Jan 2012 09:34:56 EST

Essen, Germany, January 18, 2012 - Elster (NYSE: ELT) announced that, following more than six years as chief financial officer (CFO) of Elster, with accomplishments that include a successful initial public offering, secondary offering and refinancing, substantial improvements in profitability, efficiency and working capital, and the establishment of core public company infrastructure, Christoph Schmidt-Wolf plans to leave Elster at ...

SmartGridCIS Expands Executive Team with Key Appointments

17 Jan 2012 09:45:09 EST

Alpharetta, GA., January 17, 2012 - SmartGridCIS, a leading provider of smart grid utility solutions, announces two new executive appointments. Mark Adkins will be joining the company as Vice President of Product Development, and William Brumbelow as Vice President of Engineering. “Key to our success is engaging leaders with deep industry expertise and vision in their particular areas of focus and I'm delighted to say that we ...

Harald von Heyden Leaves Vattenfall

17 Jan 2012 09:39:39 EST

Stockholm, January 17, 2012 - “Vattenfall is a fantastic company and I feel privileged to have been part of the restructuring and implementation of Vattenfall's new strategy. It has not been an easy decision to leave Vattenfall, but I am convinced that the company is now well positioned to face a challenging future” Harald von Heyden, SVP Business Division Asset Optimisation and Trading, leaves Vattenfall and terminates ...

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