Arrow “Guides Innovation Forward” by Helping Children Become the Innovators of the Future

Wed, 08/17/2016 - 10:05

Arrow takes on the challenge of bringing technology to people with no electricity. Miranda Ingram reports…

Every so often a concept comes along that is so simple and so effective that you can’t believe it didn’t already exist.

Data: The Key to Making Buildings More Efficient

Thu, 08/18/2016 - 10:35

New digital services that combine all the data sources connected with buildings are opening the door to enhanced transparency and optimized energy use.

Intelligent Wind Farms: The Road to Reduced Costs

Tue, 08/16/2016 - 12:30

Cutting-edge communications technology will make wind farms more profitable and the transition to a renewable energy economy more economical. That’s why Siemens is taking part in an EU-funded research project called VirtuWind. The project is designed to cut procurement costs for a wind farm’s control network by 25 percent and operating costs by 10 percent annually.

CITGO Lemont Refinery Employees Ride for a Cure in 35th Annual Bike MS: Tour de Farms

Tue, 08/16/2016 - 10:30

Thirty-nine employees from the CITGO Lemont Refinery raised approximately $35,000 in the annual Bike MS: Tour de Farms, a two-day bike ride to raise money and awareness for those affected by multiple sclerosis (MS).

Water Utilities Show High Aspirations Toward Reducing Energy or Achieving Energy Neutrality

Wed, 08/17/2016 - 10:00

Water and wastewater utilities in the U.S. have high aspirations for energy reduction goals, or even moving toward energy neutral operations, but barriers are plentiful. Fortunately, approaches are being developed that can help system operators make significant progress in overcoming these obstacles.

Danger of the Unknown: Asian Supply Chains at High Risk for Corruption and Slavery

Mon, 08/15/2016 - 12:35

The Smart Bet is on a Clean Energy Future

Tue, 08/16/2016 - 10:25

For all of us, power systems and the investment landscape are changing. Both at home and around the world, the ways that we produce and consume electricity and arrange fuel transportation are evolving. Find out how in Doug Aren;t new article...

CITGO Brightens Future for Alief ISD Students with STEM Scholarships

Mon, 08/15/2016 - 10:30

Fifteen graduating seniors from five area high schools earned scholarships from CITGO Petroleum Corporation to help them pursue higher degrees in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), thanks to a partnership between CITGO and the Alief Independent School District (ISD). Support from CITGO for Alief ISD students is part of the larger CITGO STEM Scholarship program, which provides funds for high-achieving students in public schools across the Houston area.

Europe Assesses Chemicals Legislation; REACH Moves Away from Animal Testing

Thu, 08/11/2016 - 16:10

The European Commission is currently implementing a fitness check as part of its broader goal for better regulation – “designing policies and laws so that they achieve their objectives in the most efficient and effective way possible.” Better regulation ensures that EU policies are relevant, policy-making is informed by evidence, and that stakeholders are a part of the process.

Green Builder Magazine Celebrates Ingersoll Rand as an Eco-Leader for Second Consecutive Year

Thu, 08/11/2016 - 13:05

Ingersoll Rand is recognized on Green Builder Magazine’s annual list of Eco-Leaders for a second consecutive year. The honor highlights a number of key attributes that differentiate Ingersoll Rand’s approach to energy efficiency and sustainability.