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New verdicts in wildfire case add $19 million to PacifiCorp toll

Earlier verdicts had cost Portland-based utility PacifiCorp around $6 million per plaintiff on average. MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore — This story is courtesy of the Portland Business Journal, a KGW news partner. The full story is here. The latest damages trial in …

New verdicts in wildfire case add $19M to PacifiCorp toll

Business figures pay tribute to Warren Buffett after retirement announcement

Leading figures in the business world have lined up to pay tribute to Warren Buffett after the 94-year-old announced he would retire as chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway and hand over the reins to his vice-chair, Greg Abel. Buffett shocked an arena …

Wall Street legend Warren Buffett - the world's fifth richest man - quits... aged 94

Legendary investor Warren Buffett, the world's fifth richest man, last night announced he is standing down from the company he founded. Buffett, 94, nicknamed the 'Oracle of Omaha' after his home town and his success in the US stock market, …

Warren Buffett’s best and worst investments in his 60 years as Berkshire Hathaway CEO

OMAHA, Neb. – Billionaire investor Warren Buffett said Saturday that he wants to step down as chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of the year. The revelation came as a surprise because the 94-year-old had previously said he did not plan to …

Berkshire's Abel says wildfires prompted new approach to keeping lights on

By Jonathan Stempel OMAHA, Nebraska (Reuters) -Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chairman Greg Abel said on Saturday that "keeping the lights on" is no longer a priority for the conglomerate's utilities when the threat of wildfires becomes excessive. …

Race to tap Earth’s deep heat: How super-hot geothermal could power the post-carbon world

Scientists once drilled seven miles (12 km) into Russia’s Kola Peninsula to test the limits of engineering. Half a century later, that ultra-deep mindset is being repurposed for something more practical: harvesting Earth’s heat as a near-limitless, always- …

Rocky Mountain Power holding public meeting for changes to Alexander Reservoir recreation

CARIBOU COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI)—Rocky Mountain Power will hold a public meeting on May 21 to discuss changes to recreation access in the Alexander Reservoir, near Soda Springs, to address erosion concerns. The reservoir and connected hydroelectric dam are …

Coal plant sites offer potential for AI, data growth in energy pivot

At a glance: Surging AI and cloud demand sparks interest in old coal power properties Trump uses emergency powers to keep coal plants operational Retired plants offer grid connections ideal for new energy projects States and companies are investing in gas, …

Governor: Trade mission to Japan, Taiwan could increase Wyoming fossil fuel exports

Gov. Mark Gordon recently joined several Wyoming business proprietors at a trade show in Taiwan, where Casper-based Backwards Distilling Company and Gillette-based Big Lost Meadery are highly regarded and very popular, he said. But the popularity of …

Factbox-Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway at a glance

By Jonathan Stempel OMAHA, Nebraska (Reuters) - Tens of thousands of people will descend on Omaha, Nebraska, to attend the annual shareholder weekend for billionaire Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway. Buffett, 94, is expected to answer shareholder …

Electricity rates increasing by about 4%, not the proposed 18%

SALT LAKE CITY — Rocky Mountain Power (RMP) customers will start to see higher electric bills, but nowhere near as high as the company had hoped. On Friday, the Public Service Commission of Utah (PSC) issued an order that RMP would only be able to ask for …

Crook County Commissioners move forward with supporting Route D

CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) – The debate surrounding PacifiCorp's Blueprint South Transmission Line Project, continues.   Community Development Director, Will Van Vactor, in Wednesday’s Work Session, introduced a draft letter to the Crook County …

Utah Public Service Commission approves 4.7% electricity rate increase, says Rocky Mountain Power’s proposed 18.1% ...

By Aidan Mortensen | KOAL News Rocky Mountain Power Customers will soon see rate changes. However, they are significantly less than what the company was looking to implement. In the Friday, April 25 meeting of the Utah Public Service Commission, the body …

Police Logs: April 30, 2025

Information for the Public Safety report and Courts in The New Era is sourced from local law enforcement and fire agencies. Incident details, which may not always be available from agencies in time for publication in our weekly paper edition, are often …

Commission orders 4.7% electricity rate increase, a quarter of Rocky Mountain Power’s proposal

The Utah Public Service Commission approved a 4.7% increase in residential electricity rates on Friday, only about a quarter of the 18.1% that Rocky Mountain Power requested last August — and an even more substantial reduction than the original 30.5% …

CloudOffix to Exhibit at GITEX EUROPE 2025 in Berlin, Showcasing the Future of Total AI, Low-Code, and Total Experience

CloudOffix to Exhibit at GITEX EUROPE 2025 in Berlin, Showcasing the Future of Total AI, Low-Code, and Total Experience CLAYMONT, DE, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CloudOffix, the world’s first and most comprehensive Low-Code …

CloudOffix Launches AI Workshop Series to Empower Enterprises with Total AI

CloudOffix Launches AI Workshop Series to Empower Enterprises with Total AI CLAYMONT, DE, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CloudOffix, the world’s first and only low-code Total Experience Platform, proudly announces the launch of …

Splash Tents, Inc. Launches New Line of ARC Tents for Experiential Event Use Nationwide

Splash Tents, Inc. Launches Revolutionary ARC Tents — A Striking Blend of Elegance, Simplicity, and Strength Taking the Event World by Storm. FRANKLIN SPRINGS, GA, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Splash Tents, Inc., an industry …

Uranium Spot Price Climbs on Renewed Market Activity

Buyers returned to the uranium market in April, after gaining clarity on the exemption of uranium under new US tariffs. ENGLEWOOD, CO, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Buyers returned to the uranium market in April, after gaining …

This NYC Startup Is Working To Make EV Charging as Easy as Charging A Phone

This Jeff Bezos-backed company is developing certified wireless EV charging technology now being adopted by major global automakers. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HEVO Inc., the first and only company to receive …

EIN Presswire’s Debut Edition of ‘Heard on the Streets': PR Expert Clears Up Important PR Misconception

Sherrie Handrinos discusses how to earn media coverage and the key differences between earned PR and paid placement WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the debut edition of “Heard on the Streets,” a new series on …

SABR Coalition Commends Reintroduction of Biodiesel Blenders Tax Credit in US House of Representatives

The biodiesel group and its members urge Congress to include the two-year BTC extension in the budget-reconciliation process. JEFFERSON CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sustainable Advanced Biofuel Refiners (SABR) …

Kitchener’s HVAC Company, Able Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. Celebrates Winning The 2025 ThreeBestRated® Trophy

KITCHENER, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HVAC is directly related to comfort. In the busy city of Kitchener, the importance of a good HVAC system can never be overstated, as its unpredictable climate demands a reliable …

Hydrogen Compressor Market estimated to reach US$5.303 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 6.15%

The hydrogen compressor market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 6.15% from US$3.934 billion in 2025 to US$5.303 billion by 2030. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new study published by Knowledge …

MEA Energy Association Launches Utility Leadership Accelerator Program – Manager Edition

Empowering Mid-Level Utility Leaders Through Targeted, Industry-Specific Development BLOOMINGTON, MN, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MEA Energy Association (MEA) is proud to announce the launch of its new Utility Leadership …

Business Awards UK 2025 Clean Energy Awards: Powering Progress in Renewables

DONCASTER, UNITED KINGDOM, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Business Awards UK is pleased to announce the winners and finalists of the 2025 Clean Energy Awards, recognising outstanding contributions across the UK’s clean and renewable energy …

TurnOnGreen, Inc. Reports Strong Electric Vehicle Charging Network Growth in 2024

MILPITAS, Calif., May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TurnOnGreen, Inc. (OTC:TOGI) (“TurnOnGreen” or the “Company”), a developer and provider of electric vehicle (“EV”) charging solutions and mission-critical power electronics products, today announced …

Brookfield Renewable Announces Strong First Quarter Results

All amounts in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated BROOKFIELD, News, May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (TSX: BEP.UN; NYSE: BEP) (“Brookfield Renewable Partners”, "BEP") today reported financial results for …

Water On Demand Featured in Upcoming TV Series 'The Raise'

Highlighting creative solution to trillion-dollar water deficit CLEARWATER, FL, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Water On Demand Inc. (WODI), a fintech-focused company turning water systems into tax-leveraged assets, and American …

PV-Carport-Lösungen mit smarter Parkplatzverwaltung: Gorfion Green Energy und EnoPark starten strategische Partnerschaft

Kunden von Gorfion Green Energy und EnoPark können PV-Carports inklusive intelligenter Parkplatzmanagement-Software ohne Eigeninvestitionen realisieren. KONSTANZ, GERMANY, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Die Gorfion Green Energy und das …

PteroDynamics Exhibits at SOF Week 2025 Annual Conference for Special Operations Forces

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PteroDynamics Inc., an innovator in autonomous vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft systems, today announced that it is exhibiting at SOF Week 2025, the annual convention for …

Klean Industries Secures Global Patent Protection for End-of-Life Tire Pyrolysis Technology

International PCT Patent Reinforces Klean’s Leadership in Advanced Resource Recovery NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Klean Industries Inc. (“Klean”), a global leader in tire pyrolysis and circular economy solutions …

Edo Collaborates with Piclo to Bring Commercial Buildings into Connecticut Flexibility Marketplace

Edo and Piclo partner to bring flexible load from commercial buildings into Connecticut demand flexibility program. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Edo, a leader in demand flexibility and building energy …

Pando Electric Awarded $5.4 Million CEC Grant to Expand Multifamily Housing EV Charging Across California

Pando Electric wins $5.4M CEC grant to install 1,600+ EV chargers, bringing affordable, reliable charging to multifamily homes across California. SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pando Electric, the fastest-growing …

Grimes Carbon Tech Says U.S. Can Produce Enough Rare Earths to Exceed Demand for the Next 1,000 Years

GCT to preview its proprietary technology on May 21, 2025 at 10 am EDT (GMT-4) NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Green energy start-up, Grimes Carbon Tech (GCT) will preview its proprietary technology for turning existing …