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Over the course of the program, manufacturers from five different company sites received training using DOE-developed resources to support their organization as they pursued their energy management path. After participating in the program, JLG not only became a DOE-recognized 50001 Ready certified company, but was also asked to present on a panel at the Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit. Read more and apply for the spring 2023 cohort.
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The company’s surface mines in Mapleton, PA use natural gas and electricity to produce whole grain silica through hard rock mining, selling silica-based products such as volleyball sand, golf sand, and whole-grain silica for the manufacturing of glass. PennTAP Advisors Amy Jorden and Jenn Jones conducted an Energy Efficiency (E2) assessment, focusing on improving the efficiency of US Silica's wet process. Read more.
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Graduate student Aditya Krishnaswamy is complementing his supply chain and logistics-focused industrial engineering studies with a graduate assistantship with PennTAP. He collects, analyzes, and builds reports on data regarding the economic and environmental benefits of both the recommendations made by PennTAP advisers and the upgrades implemented by clients. Read more.
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We are seeking a technical advisor in Eastern PA. The advisor will be responsible for relationship building with industry, project identification and implementation, reporting, student engagement and more. Learn more and apply.
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Get a no-cost Pollution Prevention Energy Efficiency (P2/E2) assessment from your regional PennTAP advisor
We have a limited number of P2/E2 vouchers available to conduct assessments for PA manufacturers. A P2/E2 assessment consists of a few hours of conversation/tour on-site, and shortly thereafter we will provide you with a technical report summarizing conservation opportunities, estimated project costs, available funding sources, and the corresponding payback periods. Reach out to your regional PennTAP advisor to learn more about our services and get your assessment scheduled today.
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The PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)'s Agriculture Energy Efficiency Rebate program can help defray the costs of LED lighting, ventilation equipment, or dairy equipment upgrades for your farm. Applicants must meet the definition of a normal farming operation under Pennsylvania’s Right to Farm Law to be eligible for a rebate. Contact your regional PennTAP advisor to start determining eligibility.
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The SBAG provides reimbursement grants ranging from 50% to 80% of eligible project costs to Pennsylvania small businesses to improve energy efficiency or reduce pollution or waste by: upgrading or replacing equipment or supplies; improving processes; or reducing runoff into affected waterways. Maximum grant awards will be determined by project eligibility, project location (relating to Environmental Justice areas), and environmental impact. Contact your regional PennTAP advisor to start determining eligibility.
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Featured Regional Highlights |
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Columbia Gas officials announced the launch of an alternative fuel vehicle pilot program that uses an adsorbed natural gas platform developed by Ingevity Corporation, called NeuFuel, that, when used with renewable natural gas, has the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions up to 130 percent. The kickoff event took place at the Columbia Gas Operations Center in Dunbar, PA. Read more.
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The Opportunity Accelerator is an 8-session program designed to walk entrepreneurs through foundational topics around pinpointing your customer's wants, building customer relationships and creating a financial foundation for your business. This program is best suited for individuals who have already done the work to validate their business idea and are confident in their commitment to take action and create a new business. The program starts January 10. Learn more and apply.
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Upcoming Webinars & Events |
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Hosted by NWIRC
Dates: December 6, 8, 13, and 15
Time: 9:30 – 11 am
Cost: $1,200 per company
This course provides participants with a high-level knowledge base of and the ‘must have’ processes for successful execution of inventory & supply chain management. Participants will learn the components that come into play and understand how to link them to their company’s strategic, operating, and tactical plans. The course will incorporate examples of how real small businesses have applied these processes. Learn more and register.
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Hosted by Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center (DVIRC)
Date: December 6, 2022
Time: 11:30 am – noon
Combined Heat and Power (CHP) is an innovative, clean, energy-efficient solution that offers economic competitiveness, decarbonization opportunities, and resiliency benefits. During this webinar, the Department of Education’s Mid-Atlantic CHP Technical Assistance Partnership will present:
- An overview of CHP and its energy benefits
- Financial incentives available under current energy policies
- Significant future opportunities for CHP as a result of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
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Hosted by Catalyst Connection
Date: December 8, 2022
Time: 10:30 - 11 am
Join Rapid Robotics VP of Business Alliances Mandy Dwight to learn about how robotics can be a force multiplier for your human staff, help you recruit and retain human workers, and ultimately help you grow your business. Learn more and register.
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