WASHINGTON, April 3 -- ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces, a journal from the American Chemical Society that says it serves the interdisciplinary community of chemists, engineers, physicists and biologists, published research articles on the following topics in its April 3, 2024, edition (Vol. 16, Issue 13). Here are excerpts: Forum Articles: * Air-Stable Prussian White Cathode Materials for Sodium-Ion Batteries Enabled by ZnO Surface Modification Reviews: * Engineered Sustainable Omnip  more

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, April 4 -- Advanced Energy United issued the following news release: The Distributed Renewable Integration and Vehicle Electrification (DRIVE) Act (H.B. 1256) was passed by the Maryland General Assembly last night and is now poised to modernize the state's energy management and grid preparedness. Advanced Energy United, a national business association representing over 100 businesses including transmission developers, electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, and charging infras  more

FRAMINGHAM, Massachusetts, April 4 -- Ameresco, a cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC), a leading cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, today announced the completion of its comprehensive solar installation at Northeastern University's Boston campus. The installation takes the form of an on-grid, rooftop solar system atop the University'  more

SACRAMENTO, California, April 4 -- The California Manufacturers and Technology Association issued the following news release: Find out California's manufacturing news in the latest Manufacturing Minute episode with CMTA's Vice President of Communications, Ananda Rochita. Manufacturing Minute is powered by Tri Tool Technologies. This week's Manufacturing Minute brings significant strides in decarbonization efforts across various energy-intensive industries in California. Several of CMTA's boar  more

NEW YORK, April 4 -- Carlyle Group issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: NEW YORK and WASHINGTON -- Global investment firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) today announced the appointment of Afsaneh M. Beschloss, a leader in sustainable and inclusive investing and policy and founder and CEO of RockCreek, one of the world's largest women-owned investment firms, to serve as an independent director on its Board of Directors, effective May 1, 2024, increasing Carlyle's Board to 14 members. Dr. T  more

WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSres) -- The U.S. International Development Finance Corp. issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: In the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) approved 22 new projects at the board and sub-board levels totaling more than $697 million. These transactions advance key strategic and developmental priorities across the globe, including strengthening infrastructure, increasing food security, and supporting s  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, April 4 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: In an Op-Ed in TribLIVE.com, Governor Josh Shapiro highlighted his bold plan to build on Pennsylvania's legacy as a national energy leader and protect and create energy jobs. In March, Governor Shapiro unveiled his plan to create nearly 15,000 jobs, and save Pennsylvania ratepayers $252 million in the first five years, while generating $5.1 billion in investment in clean, reliable energy   more

ALBANY, New York, April 4 -- The Interstate Renewable Energy Council issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: IREC today announced that its President and CEO, Larry Sherwood, plans to retire at the end of 2024. Sherwood has led IREC as President and CEO for eight years and has left an indelible mark on the organization. During his tenure, he oversaw significant organizational growth and evolution, including a strategic merger with The Solar Foundation in 2021 that more than doubled   more

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, April 3 -- The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued the following order (Case No. 2023-00246) on April 2, 2024: * * * In the Matter of: Electronic Application Of Dogwood Corners LLC For Certificate Of Construction For An Approximately 125 Megawatt Merchant Electric Solar Generating Facility In Christian County, Kentucky Pursuant To KRS 278.700 And 807 KAR 5:110 ORDER This matter arises from two petitions for confidential treatment filed by Dogwood Corners, LLC (Dogw  more

ORONO, Maine, April 4 -- The University of Maine issued the following news release: Maine Impact Week, an annual celebration of the University of Maine's community and contributions to the scientific, creative and economic advancement of the state, kicks off on April 8. More than 15 events will highlight the impact of research and creative work produced by Maine's premier research university, which ranks among the top 3.7% of doctoral universities nationwide (https://umaine.edu/research/r1/) w  more

MONTEREY, California, April 4 (TNSres) -- The Middlebury Institute of International Studies issued the following news: By Stephen Diehl How do you study China without being able to actually enter China? That was the challenge that Professors Jessica Teets and Wei Lang faced as they started planning their most recent immersive travel course. At the time, travel to China was still limited under COVID regulations, so the two came up with a different plan: looking at China's powerful influence ju  more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 4 -- Constellation, a retail supplier of power, natural gas and energy products and services for homes and businesses, issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: Constellation's credit rating has been upgraded by the credit rating firm Moody's Investor Services ("Moody's") based on the company's improved debt coverage metrics and strong financial performance driven by climate policies that recognize the value of nuclear as a reliable clean energy resource. Mo  more

LONDON, England, April 4 -- Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, a peer-reviewed journal from the Royal Society of Chemistry that says it features physical chemistry, chemical physics and biophysical chemistry, published research articles on the following topics in its April 14, 2024, edition (Vol. 26, Issue 14): * Advances in nanofluidic field-effect transistors: external voltage-controlled solid-state nanochannels for stimulus-responsive ion transport and beyond * Adsorption and activation o  more

WASHINGTON, April 3 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release: Secretary Yellen: I think as everyone knows President Biden talked to President Xi yesterday and my trip to meet with my counterpart should be seen as a continuation of a dialogue that we've been engaged in and deepening ever since President Xi and President Biden met in Bali. President Biden charged me with attempting to stabilize our economic relationship, to deepen our communication, and we've been   more

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 3 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: On April 8, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States (including Texas) and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and Earth, completely blocking the sun's face. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. Much of San Antonio will be in the direct viewing path for t  more

WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Solar Energy Industries Association issued the following news release on April 3, 2024: The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) today announced the addition of Gizelle Wray to serve as vice president and general counsel. Wray previously served as SEIA's senior director of regulatory affairs and counsel and has over a decade of experience in legal and regulatory roles across the energy sector. "I'm thrilled to welcome such a sharp legal mind and fierce solar ad  more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, April 4 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: When the New Jersey-based energy group PSEG announced in April 2024 that its PSEG Foundation had awarded Stevens $1.45 million to build a new Stevens Center for Sustainability (SCS) and sweeping programming and research in environmental justice, it was only the latest expression of a close relationship that has continued to grow and strengthen over time. PSEG and its foundation have long partnered with S  more

PASADENA, California, April 3 -- The California Institute of Technology issued the following news: The Kavli Nanoscience Institute at Caltech, a 21st century center for science and engineering at the nanoscale, celebrated its 20th anniversary with a special symposium and a fireside chat between President Thomas F. Rosenbaum and 2022 Kavli Prize Laureate George M. Whitesides (PhD '64) from Harvard University on March 7-8, 2024. Throughout history, people have marveled at large things. Blue-ribb  more