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Monthly Archive for August, 2010

Xcel asking for energy conservation – Clovis News Journal


KERA
Xcel asking for energy conservation
Clovis News Journal
Xcel Energy is asking New Mexico and Texas electricity customers to conserve energy this week, especially today. Xcel spokesman Wes Reeves said a unit at a
Xcel asks NM, Texas customers to conserveDallas Morning News
Xcel Energy Asks Electric Customers to Conserve EnergyNewsWest9.com
Hot weather means possible power outagesKFDA
MarketWatch (press release) -Wall Street Journal -LubbockOnline.com (blog)
all 94 news articles »

Moody’s upgrades CenterPoint Energy unit – BusinessWeek


MyFox Houston
Moody's upgrades CenterPoint Energy unit
BusinessWeek
Moody's said Texas generally supports the long-term credit quality of utilities in the state. The Houston electric utility still has "considerable" debt but
Smart meters get a high grade from surveyHouston Chronicle
Independent Tests Verify Accuracy of CenterPoint Energy Smart MetersPR Newswire (press release)
CenterPoint Energy Ahead of EarningsTradersHuddle.com
MyFox Houston -Family Badge
all 29 news articles »

EFH electricity sales volume, revenue rises – Dallas Morning News (blog)

EFH electricity sales volume, revenue rises
Dallas Morning News (blog)
The results offer hope that the Texas economy is recovering, as companies use more juice. And it shows that a decline in fuel prices and competition among
Energy Future Holdings: Not Planning Sale, Spin-Off Of OncorWall Street Journal
EFH reports $426 million net loss in second quarterFort Worth Star Telegram
Energy Future Holdings Reports Second Quarter 2010 ResultsBusiness Wire (press release)
Dallas Business Journal -BusinessWeek
all 24 news articles »

New electric meters more accurate than old ones, study shows – Fort Worth Star Telegram


Greentech Media (blog)
New electric meters more accurate than old ones, study shows
Fort Worth Star Telegram
Oncor Electric Delivery, the transmission and distribution company installing the meters in North Texas and other parts of its sprawling service territory,
Texas Study Confirms Accuracy of Itron Smart MetersMarketWatch (press release)
Texas PUC: New Examination Reveals 'The Superiority Of Smart Meters'Renew Grid
Oncor Meters: Confirmed to be Accurate (Again)Greentech Media (blog)
CBS 11 -WFAA
all 27 news articles »

Pocket wireless to offer power service – TMCnet

Pocket wireless to offer power service
TMCnet
In McAllen, electricity providers offering variable rates can charge as low as 9.1 cents per kilowatt-hour, according to the Texas Electric Choice website.

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JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) Downgrades American Electric Power (NYSE:AEP) – American Banking News

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) Downgrades American Electric Power (NYSE:AEP)
American Banking News
Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. The subsidiaries of AEP provide electric service,
American Electric 2Q Profit Drops 57% On Charge; Sales UpAutomated Trader
AEP Reports 2010 Second-Quarter EarningsPR-USA.net (press release)

all 21 news articles »

NRG cuts spending on Texas nuclear expansion – Dallas Morning News (blog)

NRG cuts spending on Texas nuclear expansion
Dallas Morning News (blog)
The company may prepare the site, order the equipment and negotiate financing and electricity pricing with customers. NRG executives had expected San
NRG slashes funds for nuclear plantSan Antonio Express
Nuclear Projects Looking for a SaviorCleanTechnica

all 7 news articles »

Selling Electric Cars Requires Plugged-In Drivers – GreenBiz.com (blog)


Weasel Zippers (blog)
Selling Electric Cars Requires Plugged-In Drivers
GreenBiz.com (blog)
In January, the LEAF will launch in Texas and Hawaii, and will roll out to all states by the end of 2011. The Volt is an extended-range electric vehicle or
GM unveils sticker price for VoltSan Francisco Chronicle (blog)
Nissan LEAF and Chevrolet Volt Test Drive Comparis…Cleantech Blog (blog)
Electric Cars: Buy or Lease?CBS MoneyWatch.com (blog)
Transport Topics Online
all 57 news articles »

Valence Technology Receives $13 Million Battery Order from Smith Electric … – MarketWatch (press release)

Valence Technology Receives $13 Million Battery Order from Smith Electric
MarketWatch (press release)
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Valence Technology is strategically aligned by five business segments: Motive, Marine, Stationary, Industrial and Military.

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Texans Weigh In as EPA Considers New Air Pollution Regs for Oil and Gas Industry – New York Times

Texans Weigh In as EPA Considers New Air Pollution Regs for Oil and Gas Industry
New York Times
ARLINGTON, Texas — In the face of growing public concerns about pollution from shale gas development, industry officials and

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