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FRP Training Courses Slated for Houston and Frankfurt

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:11:40 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ St. Louis, Missouri - February 7, 2012- The Materials Technology Institute (MTI) is sponsoring a two-day training program on Inspection of New FRP Equipment & Piping March 5-6 in Houston, Texas and a one-day session in Frankfurt, Germany March 26. These unique programs will provide a comprehensive overview of the areas that are of critical importance for evaluating the quality and conformance of new FRP equipment and piping.

The classroom sessions are intended for personnel who are professional inspectors, but have little or no background in FRP inspections. An engineering degree or certificate and/or experience in fabrication, repair, or inspection of FRP equipments are recommended prerequisites.

"While there are quite a few public courses, seminars, and training classes to help younger and less experienced Inspectors develop inspection competencies for metallic equipment, the same does not apply for fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) equipment," points out Hardin Wells, Sr. Advisor - Mechanical Tech Service at Albemarle Corporation and MTI Project Champion. "The membership of the Materials Technology Institute recognized the lack of similar training for FRP equipment. The MTI FRP Inspector training class is designed as a first step towards filling that void.

"Unlike metallic equipment, where the raw materials (plate, pipe, fittings) are homogeneous and built in accordance by others per longstanding industry standards, the FRP materials used for FRP equipment are very much non-homogeneous, and are created by the fabricator as the equipment is being produced," explains Wells. "These features create significantly greater inspection challenges than are present for metallic equipment, where the inspector must validate both the creation of the raw material alongside creation of the equipment."

Presenter and FRP inspection expert Juan Bustillos, Bustillos & Associates, LLC, will cover the following topics in the training sessions:

• FRP Materials - Resins, Reinforcements & Cure Systems
• FRP Manufacturing Methods Overview
• Manufacturing Specifics - Vessels & Piping
• Inspection & Testing
• Inspection Safety
• Applicable Codes & Standards
• Flaw Definitions - Descriptions of all common flaws
• FRP Flaws & Imperfections
• Dual Laminates (Frankfurt session only)

In addition to classroom training, attendees will receive a CD including all course materials and presentations. Upon completion of a comprehension test (Houston-only), attendees will also receive a certificate.

For more information or to register for the Houston event, contact Lori Elgin at lelgin@mti-global.org. For the Frankfurt session, contact Katherine Reinecke at kreinecke@mti-global.org. Please be aware that space for these sessions is limited.

About MTI: Founded in 1977, MTI is a unique, not-for-profit technology development organization representing private industry. It sponsors projects focused on both developing new technology and transferring existing knowledge to day-to-day practice. Practical, generic, nonproprietary studies are conducted on the selection, design, fabrication, testing, inspection, and performance of materials of construction used in the process industries. The scope of work includes evaluation of metallic, and nonmetallic materials, optimum design applications, fitness-for-service, mechanical integrity and life cycle determinations, and economic factors affecting performance of vessels, tanks, piping and other components. For more information, visit www.mti-global.org.

FIRST ENERGY ACCELERATOR ACCEPTED TO TECHSTARS PROGRAM

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:56:46 +0000

First Energy Accelerator Accepted to TechStars Network
As a TechStars Network Member,
SURGE Takes Part in White House Startup America Program

/EINPresswire.com/ HOUSTON, TX & BOULDER, CO - October 19, 2011 - SURGE, the only mentor-driven, seed accelerator focused on efficient energy software startups, today announced it has formally joined the TechStars Network in support of the Startup America initiative. Through this membership, SURGE joins a select group of members from major U.S. and International cities as the only energy-focused accelerator.

"As we approach SURGE Accelerator's inaugural Call for Applications, we are excited to become a part of the TechStars Network and extend the benefits of this relationship to SURGE's future entrepreneurs," said Kirk Coburn, Managing Director and co-founder of SURGE Accelerator. "Located in Houston, the Energy Capital of the World, SURGE Accelerator was created to accelerate innovation in energy software technologies. The knowledge sharing and collaboration we'll gain through the TechStars Network will help SURGE to further advance our goals and those of our mentors, corporate partners, and the overall energy community towards energy independence and improving energy efficiency worldwide."

The TechStars Network is part of the Startup America initiative that was launched earlier this year. In partnership with the White House, the goal of the TechStars Network is to become an engine for job growth by ensuring that over the next four years, 5,000 experienced business leaders and investors will mentor and support 6,000 promising young entrepreneurs. The aim is to increase the success rate and sustainability of each program, and to ultimately create 25,000 new economy jobs by 2015.

"The TechStars Network was launched in early 2011 and has since grown to include 34 organizations sharing the common goal of supporting our Nation's startup communities," said Patrick Riley, Director of the TechStars Network. "We're especially excited to have SURGE become a part of the TechStars Network as they are the only accelerator focused solely on advancing the energy agenda. They've brought together an incredible mentor team and have established a strong program with a focus on smart grid applications, energy trading and risk management, and digital oilfields, all of which will propel the future of our energy market."

Attracting preeminent industry executives from the energy, entrepreneur, and venture capital communities, SURGE Accelerator offers entrepreneurs access to one of the world's best ecosystems to grow their company from idea to prototype to market leader. With direct access to the largest deregulated electricity market, largest population of smart meters, and second largest information technology service economies, SURGE Accelerator can enable entrepreneurs to successfully transform their ideas into real businesses.

Entrepreneurs accepted into SURGE spend an intense three months in SURGE's Houston-based bootcamp, preparing their startups for rapid customer acquisition and their next round of financing. Each startup is partnered with energy industry experts, experienced investors and energy market leaders who will mentor the entrepreneurs through the complexities of developing their go-to-market strategies in today's new energy economy. The capstone of the program is "SURGE DAY" - where entrepreneurs will present their company to an audience of energy-focused venture capitalists, angel investors, corporations and their development teams, key community energy and information technology leaders and the media. SURGE DAY provides a platform for the next great wave of energy technology entrepreneurs to demonstrate the value and viability of their graduating startup. SURGE Accelerator's first class launches in the Spring of 2012. Applications will open in the next few weeks at http://bit.ly/rrelu2.

About SURGE Accelerator
SURGE Accelerator is a mentor-driven, seed accelerator solving the world's energy problems using software. Based in Houston, The Energy Capital of the World, SURGE Accelerator assists companies seeking to innovate and exploit the massive shifts in technology, policy, and expertise in the traditional energy industry. SURGE will accelerate entrepreneurs innovating in three primary segments - Smart Grid Applications, Energy Trading & Risk Management, and the Digital Oilfield - by providing them with the seed capital, expert mentorship and industry ecosystem to rise to true market validation. SURGE Accelerator's Houston and Gulf Coast resources ensure entrepreneurs benefit from access to the largest deregulated electricity market, largest population of smart meters, second largest information technology service economies, and one of the world's best ecosystems to help an entrepreneur grow their company from idea to prototype to market leader. For more information on SURGE Accelerator and the application process, visit http://bit.ly/rrelu2
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About the TechStars Network
The TechStars Network is a membership organization that ensures the sharing of resources and best practices between independently owned and operated mentorship-driven seed acceleration programs across the globe. Currently, the TechStars Network includes charter members in dozens of cities, including AlphaLab, Pittsburgh, PA; Arizona State University, Scottsdale, AZ; Betaspring, Providence, RI; Blueprint Health, New York, NY; BoomStartup, Salt Lake City, UT; The Brandery, Cincinnati, OH; The Elevator, Tel Aviv, Israel; Excelerate Labs, Chicago, IL; Founders Co-op, Seattle, WA; Incubate Miami, Miami, FL; Joyful Frog Digital Incubator; Singapore; Jumpstart Foundry, Nashville, TN; Launchpad LA, Los Angeles, CA; LaunchPad Ignition, New Orleans, LA; Ryan Academy Propeller Seed Accelerator Program, Dublin, Ireland; Springboard, Cambridge, UK; Startupbootcamp, Copenhagen, Denmark and Madrid, Spain; Tech Wildcatters, Dallas, TX; TechStars Boston, MA, New York, NY, Boulder, CO, Seattle, WA, and TechStars Cloud in San Antonio, TX. The TechStars Network is quickly expanding its membership.

Energy Media Contact
Brandy Obvintsev
Energy People Connect for SURGE
281-222-7277
brandy@energypeopleconnect.com
http://bit.ly/rrelu2

Camfil Farr to Give Key Presentation at Major Life Sciences Conference

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 15:49:31 +0000

Camfil Farr to Give Key Presentation at Major Life Sciences Conference

Sean O'Reilly, Camfil Farr's global director for the cleanroom bio-pharma segment, will speak about energy-efficient air filter designs -- and how to select the right solution -- at INTERPHEX Puerto Rico 2011

/EINPresswire.com/ August 24, 2011 -- Riverdale, NJ
Camfil Farr -- the world leader in air filtration systems and clean air solutions -- is pleased to announce its participation at INTERPHEX Puerto Rico 2011, the Caribbean's premier educational and networking event for the life sciences manufacturing industry. This year's conference, which will be held October 20th and 21st at the Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan, will feature Camfil Farr's global director for the cleanroom bio-pharma segment, Sean O'Reilly, speaking on sustainable high-efficiency air filters for pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturers. The topic is particularly relevant -- and vital -- as life sciences companies seek to reduce HVAC energy costs without sacrificing quality or results.

O'Reilly's presentation takes place October 21st at 3:15 p.m. Topics will include best practices for selecting innovative, energy-efficient air filter designs, and also explain life cycle cost analysis -- -- as well as an update on the latest international standards.

"Puerto Rico has long been known as a global center of excellence for pharmaceutical manufacturing, but it is facing increasing competition," says O'Reilly. "Keeping its edge means minimizing operating costs, particularly energy costs. Significant savings can be achieved from selecting the right air filtration solution. Camfil Farr has proven this time and again with its life sciences customers in Puerto Rico, giving them not just innovative, sustainable products, but best practices for comparing, understanding, and selecting the most appropriate -- and cost-effective - air filters."

Indeed, Camfil Farr's participation at industry events like INTERPHEX Puerto Rico 2011 helps get the word out that the best air filters and clean air solutions increase performance while requiring less energy and expense. One major pharmaceutical manufacturer recently realized more than $1 million in annual savings -- less energy, maintenance, replacement, and disposal costs -- by switching to Camfil Farr air filters that were designed to last longer, use energy more efficiently, and maintain optimal efficiency through their service life.

It's not just manufacturers realizing the gains, either. Hospitals that have switched to Camfil Farr filters have reported HVAC energy savings of up to 40 percent.

Along with the Camfil Farr presentation, INTERPHEX Puerto Rico will feature dozens of educational and training sessions, on topics ranging from energy conservation initiatives and environmental permits to single-use disposable technology for bio-production. Attendees will also benefit from network opportunities and the chance to see hundreds of products on exhibit. For more information on the conference, visit http://www.interphexpuertorico.com.

The world leader in air filtration systems and clean air solutions -- for hospitals, hotels, office buildings, educational institutions, and pharmaceutical and biotech companies -- Camfil Farr provides the tools to achieve sustainability, maintain high air quality, and reduce airborne infections; all while lowering total cost of ownership. We help customers go green without ever sacrificing performance. For more information, visit our newsroom at http://breakingnews.green-air-filters.com, www.camfilfarr.com or call us at (toll free) 888.599.6620.

Geothermal Heat Pump Installations Represent 1% of Heating and Cooling Market

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 07:43:41 +0000

New Pike Research report says cost and lack of consumer awareness are primary obstacles to increased adoption of geothermal heat pumps

/EINPresswire.com/ Global Information Inc. presents a new market research report, "Geothermal Heat Pumps and Direct Use" by Pike Research (For more information: http://www.giiresearch.com/report/pike206548-geothermal-heat-pumps-direct-use-residential.html).

Direct use of geothermal, primarily heat pumps, is on the rise as demand for electricity expands worldwide and energy prices increase. Geothermal heat pumps provide an efficient and reliable option for residential commercial and institutional building owners by exploiting nearly constant temperatures found beneath the ground.

According to industry analyst Mackinnon Lawrence, "the potential for geothermal heat pumps is high, but installations currently represent just 1% of the heating and cooling market. However, growing electricity demand, rising energy prices and increasing regulation around emissions and efficiency are all expected to push demand higher."

Geothermal heat pump shipments are expected to double in volume to 326,000 units annually in the U.S. by 2017. Pike Research anticipates that heat pumps will represent a significant majority of the global market for geothermal direct use applications, accounting for 84% of total capacity."Used on their own, geothermal heat pumps are capable of producing large reductions in energy use and peak demand in buildings. Used in conjunction with clean energy generation and whole-building efficiency measures, the benefits of using heat pumps increase substantially," says Lawrence.

The new report analyzes the global market opportunity for direct utilization of geothermal energy with a primary focus on heat pumps. The study includes a comprehensive examination of direct use markets, demand drivers, existing and emerging technologies, the public policy and regulatory environment and key industry players. Market forecasts, segmented by geography, extend through 2017 and include examinations of market dynamics in all regions worldwide.

Find more clean energy market research reports: http://www.giiresearch.com/topics/EN11_en.shtml

About Global Information, Inc. (GII)
Global Information Inc. (http://www.giiresearch.com/about_en.shtml) has been in the business of distributing technical and market research for more than 25 years.

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Will the Hydropower Industry Exceed $60 Billion by 2012?

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 07:43:38 +0000

Find global hydropower market forecasts in a new Visiongain report available at GiiResearch.com

/EINPresswire.com/ Global Information Inc. presents a new market research report, "The Hydropower Market 2011-2021" by Visiongain (For more information: http://www.giiresearch.com/report/kt206581-hydropower-market-2011-2021.html).

One-sixth of the world's electricity is currently generated by hydropower. Hydropower, a low-carbon energy source, is likely to play an increasingly significant role in the future of the global energy supply as the world inevitably moves towards renewable energy in lieu of fossil fuels. According to the new report, the global hydropower market is estimated to be worth $56.51 billion in 2011. Visiongain's forecast is defined in terms of spending on new hydropower projects in addition to spending on upgrades and expansions.

The report describes the most important technological changes within the hydropower industry and assesses their importance for the growth of the hydropower market over the long-term. The various drivers and restraints of the hydropower market are also evaluated in order to provide readers with specific insights into the future direction of the hydropower market.

The new hydropower market research report includes 65 tables and graphs quantifying, analyzing and forecasting the hydropower market in detail, and provides information on recently awarded contracts in more than 50 national markets. In addition, the report offers profiles of 50 leading companies within the hydropower market. Forecasting and analysis are underpinned by extensive consultation with expert opinion including transcripts of interviews with Vattenfall (a leading European energy company) and Black & Veatch (a global engineering and construction company).

Find more clean energy market research reports: http://www.giiresearch.com/topics/EN11_en.shtml

To browse more renewable energy market research reports, visit: http://www.giiresearch.com/energy_report.shtml

About Global Information, Inc. (GII)
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MTI Scholarship Awarded to European Student

Tue, 03 May 2011 16:38:51 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ ST LOUIS, Missouri — The Materials Technology Institute (MTI) has awarded its 2011 MTI Bert Krisher Memorial Scholarship to Ulrich Pflanz, who recently earned a Bachelor's Degree in Surface Technology and Materials Science at the Aalen University in Germany. MTI Board Members Robert Sinko (Eastman Chemicals) and Paul Manning (Haynes International) presented Pflanz with the scholarship at NACE's Corrosion 2011 Conference & Expo in Houston, Texas.

In 2008, MTI established the scholarship to encourage students interested in Materials Science and Technology to pursue careers in the Chemical Process Industries (CPI).

For the first time, the institute found its annual scholarship winner across an ocean. "Ulrich Pflanz was selected as the recipient of this year's MTI Bert Krisher Memorial Scholarship, the first recipient from Europe in the four-year history of this award," reported Srini Kesavan, Scholarship Committee Chair. "Ulrich's demonstrated interest and experience in materials engineering as it relates to chemical process industries separated him as the winner this year from two other strong finalists. We hope that he continues to excel in his graduate program and develops as a champion for corrosion engineering in the process industries."

Pflanz, who is currently working in the Corrosion Department of Aalen University as a Project Engineer while he explores master's programs, expressed gratitude for the $10,000 scholarship award that will help pay for the next step in his education. "It is a great honor for me to be the 2011 recipient of the MTI Bert Krisher Memorial Scholarship," he said. "In my opinion, the scholarship is the right way to attract more young people to this branch of science."

When he finishes his master's studies, Pflanz plans to look for opportunities in the CPI or the oil and gas industry. "I am not sure yet in what type of job I will end up exactly because there are so many interesting jobs out there in the materials area," he said, "but when the time is right, I am pretty sure I will find the right job."

Pflanz believes that his new association with MTI will help. "I think that MTI is a great networking platform," he explained, after presenting a paper on Development and Verification of a new SOHIC (Stress Oriented Hydrogen Induced Cracking) Test Method at the organization's EuroTAC Meeting in Leverkusen, Germany March 28-29. "Where else can you get in contact with so many materials specialists? I want to thank MTI for this great opportunity."

For more information, about the scholarship and application process, visit www.mti-global.org.

About MTI: Founded in 1977, MTI is a unique, not-for-profit technology development organization representing private industry. It sponsors projects focused on both developing new technology and transferring existing knowledge to day-to-day practice. Practical, generic, nonproprietary studies are conducted on the selection, design, fabrication, testing, inspection, and performance of materials of construction used in the process industries. The scope of work includes evaluation of metallic, and non-metallic materials, optimum design applications, fitness-for-service, mechanical integrity and life cycle determinations, and economic factors affecting performance of vessels, tanks, piping and other components. MTI is currently comprised of 55 member companies representing 13 countries.

Contact:
Kirk Richardson
(541)-936-2389
kirk@rmc-strategic.com

OPIC holds 7th Annual International Investment Conference for SE Asia, May 3-5

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 11:20:11 +0000

Jakarta, Indonesia - May 3-5, 2011, The US Government Agency - OPIC (Overseas Private Investment Corporation) is organizing the "Access to Opportunity in Southeast Asia" conference designed to identify investment opportunities in the region's emerging markets, encourage joint ventures between U.S. and regional businesses, and facilitate support for new investment in Southeast Asia.

OPIC's annual investment conferences provide participants an opportunity to meet personally with a mix of entrepreneurs, financiers and decision-makers who can best enable them to take advantage of the potential in new markets.

Attendees hear presentations by leading investment experts, U.S. businesses currently investing in Southeast Asia, financial institutions operating in the region, and U.S. government officials. Conference sessions will focus on access to credit, private equity, infrastructure, tourism and entrepreneurship. Particular emphasis will be placed on the renewable energy and clean technology sectors.

To register: http://opicevents.linderforms.com
more information on OPIC: www.opic.gov

Biogas is essential in providing a renewable energy source for the future

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:02:35 +0000

Biogas
13th - 14th June
Copthorne Tara Hotel, London

Biogas is essential in providing a renewable energy source for the future.

The need for a sustainable and renewable energy source is imperative to meet the growing global energy demand. Biogas will play a crucial role in meeting this demand and the rapid increase in the construction of biogas plants bears this out.

SMi Group's second annual Biogas conference will bring together industry leaders and experts to explore and discuss the leading technologies and strategic project developments in biogas to help you understand and benefit from the underlying opportunities of Biogas development.

The conference will host a panel of industry experts including Peter Jones who is a Waste Sector Expert from the London Waste and Recycling Board. Peter will address the conference and tackle the crucial subject of diverting waste from land fill and how this waste can be used to create both energy and profit. The session will also investigate the current investment profile in waste technology and the measures that the London Waste and Recycling Board continue to take in striving for a zero waste economy.

Biogas will provide invaluable insight into the competitive nature of biogas and its current developments and challenges.

Biogas will take place on Monday 13th - Tuesday 14th June 2011 at the Copthorne Tara Hotel in London.

Full information and the conference programme can be found at www.smi-online.co.uk/2011biogas38.asp

About SMi Group
SMi have been involved in the Energy sector for over a decade and present an established portfolio of informative, industry focused events. Our conferences, executive briefings and masterclasses are research driven and focused on the latest industry trends and developments and bring together senior industry professionals to help the energy industry make informed decisions and remain at the cutting edge of business information.

For more information visit http://www.smi-online.co.uk

For further information contact:

David Thomas
Marketing Executive
SMi Group
Email: dthomas@smi-online.co.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7827 6734

New 600 tons/day Hexane Extraction Equipment

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 14:02:28 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ CULBERTSON, MONTANA, Feb. 3, 2011. Sustainable Energy's brand new 600 tons per day hexane extraction equipment will be sold through a timed on-line auction beginning Monday, Feb. 7 through Friday, Feb. 19, 5 p.m. EST.

Maas Companies of Rochester, Minnesota, a specialist in selling ethanol and biodiesel plants and related equipment will coordinate the liquidation. Crown Iron Works manufactured the equipment for a plant expansion; however the equipment was never installed. It is ready to be loaded and transported to a new location.

Buyers should submit bids via Proxibid and must supply the seller with a $50,000 deposit. Full and final payment is due no later Feb. 22, 2011. The equipment must be loaded and removed from the site by the end of February.

Tyler Maas, sales and marketing director stated, "The on-line timed auction offers this equipment to a new buyer at a significant savings over new construction. During tight economic times, a savings on equipment can enhance a plant's bottom line."

A complete package detailing the bidding process is available by contacting the auction company directly at (507) 285-1444. Information can also be found at the company's website: www.maascompanies.com.

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Energy Data Storage

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 08:44:43 +0000

3rd & 4th November 2010, Copthorne Tara Hotel, London,UK

SMi's Energy Data Storage conference is the perfect opportunity for the oil & gas and utility sectors to determine the tangible value of their IT strategies. Whether companies follow Shell's lead and turn their IT divisions into profit centres or BP, who have opted to outsource these functions, managing the various IT infrastructures enables these assets to become a competitive advantage.

This conference forms a platform for the energy sector as a whole to discuss and compare a range of unique digital data storage needs. Various issues associated with business continuity and information security will be incorporated into this two day event to illustrate how these contribute to consolidating a data storage strategy.

With our expert speaker line-up this really is a fantastic opportunity to find out all the relevant data storage information and network with some of the industries leading figures. Speakers include; Amr Morsy, Data Management Specialist for KUWAIT OIL COMPANY, Mark Ossel, Vice President of ECHELON ENERGY AND UTILITY, Duncan Sedgwick, former CEO of ENERGY RETAILERS ASSOCIATION and many more.

For more information, a full programme and the opportunity to register online for this unmissable event, please visit http://www.smi-online.co.uk/energydatastorage15.asp
Or alternatively contact please contact Andrew Gibbons on Tel. +44 (0)20 7827 6156 or Email. agibbons@smi-online.co.uk

Coal Mining Industry News Service Expands Coverage

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:37:53 +0000

Coal Mining Industry and Coal Mining Companies Under Pressure

Washington D.C. / August 11, 2010

Mining companies continue to be under pressure world-wide as alternative energy initiatives expand. From China to Cameroon, governments and the public are weighing the costs and benefits of damage to the environment vs. creating new "clean energy jobs".

The coal mining industry, coal mining companies and the mining industry are all re-establishing their relationships with the societies they serve. This re-alignment is creating new threats and new opportunities.

Stay abreast of the challenges facing the mining industry with EIN News. EIN News' energy media-monitoring services include in-depth coverage from the world's top news sources. Covering more than 5,000 key world sources, EIN News' Mining Industry Today is a key resource for many of the world's leading companies and institutions and is used widely by governments.

Key coverage areas include:

Coal Mining: http://mining.einnews.com/archive/coal_mining

Mining Companies: http://mining.einnews.com/category/mining-companies

Mining Markets: http://mining.einnews.com/category/commodity-market

Mining By Country: http://mining.einnews.com/all_countries.php

According to David Rothstein, EIN News' Chief Executive Officer, "We monitor a wide range of news sources from large and well-established outlets to small and regional sites. We are a front line resource for both analysts and top level executives who need constantly updated information in a easy, quick platform."

Hundreds of mining topics can be researched at http://mining.einnews.com. The entire EIN News portfolio of industry websites can be found at http://www.einnews.com/media-monitoring.

About EIN News

EIN News is a pioneering innovator of proprietary news technology. Combining both intelligent search technologies and the human element, EIN News stands above the rest as the most efficient, yet personalized, news service available anywhere. Established in 1995, EIN News began by supplying business professionals and individuals with relevant and interesting news products. It has grown to become the largest digital news provider in Europe.

Contact: David Rothstein at http://www.einnews.com/contact

Gevo Buys Agri-Energy Ethanol Plant

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 16:09:22 +0000

Will use facility to produce isobutanol

Aug. 9, 2010 -- Renewable chemicals and advanced biofuels company Gevo will acquire Agri-Energy's ethanol production facility in Luverne, Minn.

Gevo, which intends to use the facility to produce isobutanol, will begin mechanical retrofitting of the plant upon closing the transaction. Isobutanol production is expected to begin by the first quarter of 2012. During most of the retrofit process, it is expected that the facility will continue to produce ethanol.

"This transaction is another important step in achieving our goal of bringing commercial volumes of renewable isobutanol to the market as soon as possible," said Dr. Patrick Gruber, CEO of Gevo. "The Luverne plant is a very well run facility with a strong operating team. It is a great place to begin our commercialization effort. We expect the facility will be the first among many and want it to be a model project for the future."

Gevo has developed a proprietary process designed to fit into current ethanol production facilities. The process also enables the production of isobutanol from numerous renewable feedstocks including corn, wheat, sorghum, barley, sugar cane and cellulosic feedstocks when biomass conversion becomes commercially available.

For more ethanol news, visit Biofuel Industry Today:
Ethanol news - http://biofuels.einnews.com/news/ethanol-biofuel
Biobutanol news - http://biofuels.einnews.com/news/biobutanol-biofuel

Located at http://biofuels.einnews.com, Biofuel Industry Today is a biofuel news monitoring service from EIN News.

Enviva Acquires Wood Pellet Biomass Producer CKS

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:53:01 +0000

Aug. 9, 2010 -- Wood pellet and processed biomass fuel manufacturer Enviva LP has acquired fellow producer CKS Energy Inc.

Based in Amory, Miss., CKS is one of the few US-based companies with a successful track record of manufacturing and exporting sustainable, high-quality wood pellet biomass fuel for utility customers, many of whom are based in Europe where the use of wood pellets is well integrated into all areas of the energy sector, according to Enviva.

"As we continue to increase our US manufacturing footprint, we are particularly excited about this acquisition. Strategically, CKS is an excellent fit, providing Enviva with a robust and stable fiber supply chain and easy access both to our key European customers as well as to customers in the upper Midwest," Enviva Chairman and Chief Executive Officer John Keppler said.

In the coming months, Enviva intends to hire additional staff for the facility, which will be known as Enviva Pellets Amory, and expand its production from a current capacity of approximately 50,000 tons to over 100,000 tons a year.

The facility will primarily service Enviva's long-term European customers, and raw biomass materials will be sourced locally.

For more biomass news, visit Biofuel Industry Today:
Biomass news - http://biofuels.einnews.com/news/biomass-biofuels

Located at http://biofuels.einnews.com, Biofuel Industry Today is a biofuel news monitoring service from EIN News.

With Positive NatureMill Composter Reviews Worldwide, NatureMill Announces International Launch

Tue, 11 May 2010 07:48:14 +0000

Premier home composter manufacturer, NatureMill, announces expansion plans into Europe, South America, Middle East and New Zealand. With rave NatureMill composter reviews around the globe, the expansion is a natural next step for the firm.

/EINPresswire.com/ SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- NatureMill, Inc. today announced the launch of its International distribution program. The new International XE model is designed especially for the global market, with flexible language, voltage, and other configurations for the local markets around the world. Initial dealers have been selected and shipments complete to 12 countries in Western Europe and South America. As positive NatureMill composter reviews continue to build, a second phase of expansion is underway throughout Asia, Eastern Europe, India, and the Middle East.

"From day one we have seen strong demand globally, and we are pleased to be able to meet this demand with a capable group of dealers on the ground throughout the world," notes Russ Cohn, NatureMill's founder and President (http://www.naturemill.com). Under the International Program, select importer partners undertake marketing, sales, and service operations within their exclusive regions and in their local languages.

Starting at $299, the NatureMill XE series can compost over 100 lbs (45 kg) of food waste per month. Energy consumption is just 5 kwh per month, costing roughly $0.50 per month depending on local utility rates. A diesel trash truck consumes more energy hauling the same trash to a landfill. A new 'Energy Save' mode further reduces energy consumption by 75%. The machine's small size allows it to be used inside a standard kitchen cabinet, which is ideal for people living in apartments with small kitchens.

"Customers are continually impressed with the lack of NatureMill composter problems. Our composters are both high-quality and user-friendly, which makes home composting an easy and environmentally sound decision," says Cohn.

Food waste is the #1 least recycled material, and the #2 ingredient in landfills. Landfills contain more food waste than diapers, Styrofoam, and tires -- combined. Once landfills are layered deep and saturated with water, no oxygen can penetrate and even 'biodegradable' items remain embalmed for centuries to come. Landfills produce methane, a greenhouse gas 21 times worse than carbon dioxide, and leach toxic chemicals into our air and drinking water [source: US EPA].
Composting alleviates these environmental burdens by diverting large quantities of material from the waste stream, returning it to the soil for use as a natural organic fertilizer. Millions of people already compost in their backyard using a variety of do-it-yourself means. Unfortunately, these techniques are susceptible to raccoons, bears, cold weather, and general lack of time or commitment on behalf of mainstream consumers.

Please visit http://www.naturemill.com for a complete list of international dealers or to sign up to become an importer.

About NatureMill:
Founded in 2004 in San Francisco, NatureMill is devoted to making compost easy and accessible to everyone. With positive NatureMill composter reviews worldwide, NatureMill composters have been sold in 27 countries, and are busy diverting over thirty thousand tons of waste from landfills around the globe. The lack of NatureMill composter problems has helped the company build a solid reputation for providing high quality home composting solutions.

Media Contact:
Carrie Donovan
NatureMill, Inc.
media@naturemill.com
415-233-4946 x88
538 Hayes Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
http://www.naturemill.com

Energy companies face increasing pressure to mitigate risk

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:22:27 +0000

/EIN Presswire/ The energy industry is undergoing some active transformations in the current marketplace. Key decision makers need to fully understand the opportunities & complexities arising out of these changes in order to protect themselves against any commercial, legal or operational risks.
SMi's 5th annual Energy Risk Management conference on the 21st and 22nd June at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, St. James, London, is an unmissable event for Chief Risk Officers, Chief Financial Officers, Risk Managers and Risk Analysts working in the energy sector. Renowned experts will address major concerns that are facing the industry and talk about unique techniques to help the sector overcome any potential risk.

Key Topics Include:

• Exploring hedging strategies for a volatile wholesale energy market
• Credit risk in energy trading: A practical approach
• Effects of the recent proliferation and strong growth of exchanges in energy trading
• Former Soviet Union energy markets: Risks
• Decarbonising power: Risks and Opportunities
• Commodity Risks in Oil and Gas
• Managing risks arising out of global regulatory developments
• Contract risk management in LNG Projects
• Options and their usage
• The importance of Risk management for Major Project(s) & Portfolios
• Understanding credit risk for trading counterparties.
This conference will offer you the unique opportunity to hear from some of the leading authorities, share their experiences and learn best practice techniques of managing risks in the current economic climate.

To book your place, please visit; http://www.smi-online.co.uk/10energyrisk28.asp

Alternatively please contact Marta Szymaniak on Tel. +44 (0)20 7827 6180 or E-mail. mszymaniak@smi-online.co.uk