Solar and Batteries Account for 60% of Planned New U.S. Electric Generation Capacity
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Battery storage capacity, as well as renewable capacity, significantly increased in the United States during 2021, partly because of tax credits and partly because of falling technology costs, especially for batteries.
Emerson to Sell Therm-O-Disc Business to One Rock Capital Partners
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The sale of Therm-O-Disc represents the next step in the company’s drive toward a higher-growth, more diversified and cohesive portfolio.
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Flowserve Announces Launch of Energy Advantage Program
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
“As the world transitions to cleaner forms of energy and focuses on lowering carbon emissions, we too are focused on making a more sustainable future for our planet,” said president and chief executive officer, Scott Rowe.
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ExxonMobil Planning Hydrogen Production, Carbon Capture and Storage
By: Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
“By helping to activate new markets for hydrogen and carbon capture and storage, this project can play an important part in achieving America’s lower-emissions aspirations,” said Joe Blommaert, president of ExxonMobil Low Carbon Solutions.
IEA Nations to Release 60 Million Barrels of Oil from Strategic Reserves
By: Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Member countries are sending a strong message to oil markets that supplies won’t fall short in the midst of Russia’s attack on Ukraine.
$35 Million for U.S. Mine to Counter China's Lithium and Rare Earths Dominance
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Las Vegas-based MP Materials runs the Mountain Pass mine and processing facility that is the only one of its kind in North America.
Chevron, Iwatani Agree to Build 30 Hydrogen Fueling Stations in California
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Chevron plans to fund construction of the sites, which are expected to be located at Chevron-branded retail locations across the state
Emerson Technologies Selected for Geothermal Clean Energy Production
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
Geological modeling software will help HITA increase safety and reliability of sustainable geothermal energy sources
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U.S. Ports Get $450 Million from Infrastructure Bill
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The funds are part of the Biden administration’s efforts to reduce supply chain congestion and lower prices for American consumers, according to the AP.
Emerson Opens 2022 ASCO Engineering Scholarship Program
Edited by Margo Ellis, Former Editor, Valve Magazine
The automation leader is now accepting applications for merit-based awards recognizing U.S. college students for excellence in study, service and innovation
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VMA Member News
Valve Forum Opens with Industry Leadership Perspective
The upcoming Valve Forum: Conference & Exhibits will open with a timely and wide-ranging discussion on the state of the industrial valve industry, as leaders from across the value chain convene for the General Session on Monday, April 13 at The Westin in The Woodlands, Texas.
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VMA's Valve Basics Seminar and Valve Forum Programs Announced
The Valve Forum: Conference & Exhibits is the most dynamic gathering for professionals across the entire valve industry value chain.
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Exhibits and Sponsorships Still Available for Valve Forum
The event, April 13-15, is taking place in Greater Houston and draws attendees from all over the U.S. and Canada.
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Bill Sandler, Longest Serving VMA Employee, Has Died
Sandler spent more than 40 years and was President of the association when he retired in 2019.
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