API Letter Calls on Biden Administration to Support American Energy Leadership

API Letter Calls on Biden Administration to Support American Energy Leadership

Ahead of the State of the Union Address, American Petroleum Institute (API) President and CEO Mike Sommers sent a letter to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm and other administration officials outlining steps key regulatory agencies should take to ensure long-term American energy leadership and security at a time of increased geopolitical volatility.  “Recent…

API Supports EPA Methane Rulemaking Effort, Suggests Improvements

API Supports EPA Methane Rulemaking Effort, Suggests Improvements

By Subcontractors USA News Provider The American Petroleum Institute (API) recently submitted comments on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA)’s proposed methane regulations, emphasizing support for the direct regulation of methane for new and existing sources and highlighting the industry’s progress in reducing methane emissions intensity from operations.  “Reducing methane emissions is a priority for our…

API: ‘Every Type of Energy’ Needed to Address Economic and Climate Challenges

API: ‘Every Type of Energy’ Needed to Address Economic and Climate Challenges

By Subcontractors USA News Provider American Petroleum Institute (API) President and CEO Mike Sommers recently delivered remarks alongside other energy leaders during the 18th Annual State of the Energy Industry Forum, hosted by the U.S. Energy Association. Sommers urged policymakers to advance U.S. energy leadership and address today’s economic and climate challenges by supporting safe…

Harris County Commissioners Rodney Ellis and Adrian Garcia Develop a $200,000 Disparity Study Fund To Help Entities Implement MWBE Programs

Harris County Commissioners Rodney Ellis and Adrian Garcia Develop a $200,000 Disparity Study Fund To Help Entities Implement MWBE Programs

A disparity study determines whether a government entity, either in the past or currently, engages in exclusionary practices in the solicitation and award of contracts to minority, women‐owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MWDBEs). This study can help determine if there is disparity between the availability of firms and the utilization of those firms in its…

A Powerful Purpose

A Powerful Purpose

By NRG Editorial Voices Late last year NRG partnered with the Department of Defense (DOD) to help military personnel transition into civilian life with the Patrol to Power program, a twelve-week DOD paid work opportunity.  “There’s no better way for us to honor and thank those people that served our country than by offering real-world…

CenterPoint Energy Announces Leadership Promotions and Appointments

CenterPoint Energy Announces Leadership Promotions and Appointments

By Subcontractors USA News Provider In conjunction with the CenterPoint Energy Board of Directors’ continued focus on a comprehensive succession planning process to support the company’s long-term growth, CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CNP) recently announced leadership promotions and appointments that will further strengthen its existing management capabilities. “I am proud that CenterPoint Energy continues to…

CPS Energy Board Appoints Rudy D. Garza as Interim President & CEO of CPS Energy

CPS Energy Board Appoints Rudy D. Garza as Interim President & CEO of CPS Energy

By Dana C. Sotoodeh, CPS Energy Contributing Writer The CPS Energy Board of Trustees voted recently to appoint Rudy D. Garza as Interim President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective November 8, 2021. Garza will serve in this role while the search for the permanent President & CEO takes place. The Board of Trustees announced…

City of San Antonio Announces New Utility Assistance Program

City of San Antonio Announces New Utility Assistance Program

By Dana C. Sotoodeh, CPS Energy Contributing Writer Recently, the San Antonio City Council approved a new $30 million utility assistance program, funded using the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The program will assist low-income residents financially impacted by the COVID-19 crisis with utility payments. The new program will allocate $20 million to assist CPS…

NRG Energy Recognizes Business Customers During Annual Excellence in Energy Awards

NRG Energy Recognizes Business Customers During Annual Excellence in Energy Awards

By Subcontractors USA News Provider  NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) honored its top energy customers for their leadership in energy efficiency, sustainability, and community support during the second annual Excellence in Energy Awards on November 17, 2021. The Excellence in Energy Awards recognizes NRG customers who demonstrate a strong commitment to the planning and achievement of…

NRG Energy Joins the EV100 Initiative

NRG Energy Joins the EV100 Initiative

By Subcontractors USA News Provider NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) announced its participation in the Climate Group’s EV100 initiative, committing to electrify 100 percent of its light-duty fleet by 2030. This commitment expands the number of vehicles to be electrified beyond the goal first announced in June in the company’s 11th annual Sustainability Report1. NRG estimates…

CPS Energy President & CEO Paula Gold-Williams Announces Early 2022 Departure

CPS Energy President & CEO Paula Gold-Williams Announces Early 2022 Departure

By Dana C Sotoodeh, CPS Energy Contributor Recently, CPS Energy President & CEO, Paula Gold-Williams, has informed the Board of Trustees of her plans to leave the company in early 2022. Gold-Williams will work cooperatively with the Board of Trustees through this transition. “The Board of Trustees thanks Ms. Gold-Williams for her dedicated tenure as…

Protect Yourself From Energy Fraud

Protect Yourself From Energy Fraud

By Subcontractors USA News Provider The Department of Energy is strongly committed to effective program oversight, including allegations of fraud. The Department takes such allegations seriously and is committed to keeping the public informed about fraudulent practices. A growing number of companies provide energy efficiency services. While the vast majority operates in full compliance with…

RRC Commissioners Appoint Members to Texas Energy Reliability Council

RRC Commissioners Appoint Members to Texas Energy Reliability Council

By Subcontractors USA News Provider  Railroad Commission of Texas commissioners recently appointed five members to represent different segments of the state’s natural gas industry to the Texas Energy Reliability Council (TERC). TERC was formalized in Senate Bill 3 to “ensure that the energy and electric industries in this state meet high priority human needs and…

From the Panhandle to the Gulf Coast, Reliant and EarthShare of Texas Reach $2 Million Milestone in Protecting the Environment

From the Panhandle to the Gulf Coast, Reliant and EarthShare of Texas Reach $2 Million Milestone in Protecting the Environment

By Subcontractors USA News Provider Reliant and EarthShare of Texas are celebrating 10 years of partnership and $2 million raised through the Reliant EcoShare℠ program. By joining the program, Reliant customers empower EarthShare of Texas to support environmental stewardship in the community while reducing their own carbon footprint. “In just ten years, Reliant’s EcoShare℠ program…

CPS Energy News: Global Materials Shortage Affecting the Energy Sector and Greater San Antonio

CPS Energy News: Global Materials Shortage Affecting the Energy Sector and Greater San Antonio

CPS Energy depends on a variety of goods and services to provide Safe, Reliable, Affordable and Resilient energy to customers throughout Greater San Antonio. Recent material shortages across the globe are impacting supply chains that provide those goods and services. The coronavirus pandemic, labor shortages, and other events have caused major production interruptions for many…

Women, Black, and Hispanic/Latino Workers Underrepresented in US Clean Energy

Women, Black, and Hispanic/Latino Workers Underrepresented in US Clean Energy

By National Newspaper Publishers Association As Congress considers the most significant domestic investment ever made to speed America’s transition to clean energy, a new employment report from a collaboration of business, equity, and energy organizations highlights the need for Congress to include funding to advance diversity in clean energy and ensure women, disadvantaged communities, and…