Nova Thermal Energy brings geothermal heat to Philly Water Department
After receiving a Greenworks Pilot Energy Technology (G-PET) grant, Center City's Nova Thermal Energy is bringing a geothermal heat system to the Philadelphia Water Department.
Staging building for energy firms planned in Clearfield
The Clearfield County Economic Development Corp. plans to award a contract for the construction of a 20,000-square foot building designed to be leased to oil and gas firms.
Allentown's International Battery gets state grant for renewable energy storage system
A portable energy storage system being developed by an Allentown company would provide a backup to traditional power grids. The portable storage systems would most likely be used by utility companies to lessen the impact of peak demand for power.
Environmentalists' report urges conservation measures along with energy development
Pennsylvania is a rich source of energy alternatives like wind and natural gas. A report from a prominent conservation group cautions that those who wish to take advantage of these resources minimize harm to forests, wildlife and waterways.
Faces of Energy: Ian Smith, Standard Solar
A chance meeting meeting while waiting tables in Washington, D.C., has led Ian Smith on an improbable path back to his native Erie County, where he is selling solar across the western part of PA, including his child home.
AlumiFuel goes global with $7.5M in financing, eyes expansion of hydrogen-based projects
Through a massive stock sale in its wholly-owned subsidiary Alumifuel International, University City's Alumifuel Power looks to expand its hydrogen energy product business to serve customers across the world.
Niche Recycling brings composting dumpster, waste management systems to Navy Yard
Niche Recycling's composting bio bins are coming to the Navy Yard, reducing food waste and saving businesses thousands on costly garbage pick-ups.
Pittsburgh KIZs announce $195,000 in early startup funds
GO KIZ and Pittsburgh Central KIZ both received chunks of $1.7M in statewide funding from Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority, to support innovative startups and to commercialize energy efficient, life-saving technologies.
Bethlehem is perfect place for software startup and its solar assessment platform
David Levine's team scouted several locations on both coasts for its software company, Geostellar, and Bethlehem won out as the perfect spot. Geostellar's platform is designed to pinpoint how much solar energy can be generated from anywhere on Earth.
Green Business Challenge to showcase high school students' environmentally friendly ideas
Companies across Pennsylvania are working to implement environmentally responsible business practices, but students in the Harrisburg area are taking on that task while they're still in high school.