.October 1, 2024

 

 

First Solar inaugurates $1.1B Alabama manufacturing facility

The facility, which adds 3.5 GW of fully vertically integrated nameplate solar manufacturing capacity in the United States, is expected to create over 800 new energy technology manufacturing jobs in the state. Read More

What matters most when choosing AR/FR PPE?

When PPE becomes the method for mitigating the possibilities of either arc flash or flash fire, even the most flawlessly-engineered garment will fail to protect if it is not worn compliantly. When garments are uncomfortable or don’t fit properly, wearers are more likely to take shortcuts that ultimately compromise their own safety. Read More

 

Chesapeake to rebrand as Expand Energy after merger with Southwestern

Upon closing, the combined company will be the largest natural gas producer in the U.S. and assume the name Expand Energy Corporation. Read More

U.S. closes $1.52 billion loan to resurrect Michigan nuclear plant

The U.S. said it closed a $1.52 billion loan to resurrect Holtec's Palisades nuclear plant in Michigan, and a senior administration official said it could take two years to reopen the plant, which is longer than the company predicted.

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U.S. dockworkers strike, halting half the nation's ocean shipping

Dockworkers on the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast began a strike, their first large-scale stoppage in nearly 50 years, halting the flow of about half the nation's ocean shipping after negotiations for a new labor contract broke down over wages. Read More

CITGO sells to Amber Energy

Amber Energy Inc., a U.S.-based group of energy executives with a track record of improving performance and accelerating growth at companies across the industry, announced that it has been selected as the acquirer of PDV Holding, Inc., the parent of CITGO Petroleum Corporation. Read More

 
 

Valuable Resources

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Upcoming Industry Events

  • The SAIA Annual Convention & Exposition - September 30-October 4, Denver, CO
  • 2024 API Storage Tank Conference & Expo - October 7-10, Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 6th Annual Gulf Coast Energy Forum - October 14-16, New Orleans, LA

  • SWICA Golf Tournament - October 17, Kingwood, TX
 

Top Jobs of the Week

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