- Mounting Systems is introducing two new PV racking systems during the Solar Power International trade show October 21-24, 2013 being held in Chicago, Illinois. Dubbed Alpha+ (Alpha plus) and Tau+ (Tau plus), the new pitched roof racking systems employ Mounting Systems’ all-new Clickstone technology. This new connection technology gives Photovoltaic system owners and installers a higher level of installation speed, simplicity and economy. An updated version of the Mounting Systems Quick Configurator planning tool with greater functionality and an improved user interface will also be introduced.
- Good & Quick located in Nevada, Iowa has announced it has sent in its registration to offer E15 to 2001 and newer vehicles.
- Valeo is inviting engineering students to take part in the global Valeo Innovation Challenge. The goal is to design equipment that, between now and 2030, will make the car more intelligent and intuitive. For the initial selection rounds, engineering students are to develop bold, revolutionary solutions for the society of tomorrow. The 20 finalist teams will then create a model in the format of their choice. Each team will be given €5,000 to put their idea into practice and build a functioning demonstrator. The three finalist teams will present their projects to the Challenge jury of Valeo experts and external partners, chaired by Valeo CEO Jacques Aschenbroich, at the 2014 Paris Motor Show.
- The 14th Annual Alberta Power Summit will take place November 12-13, 2013 at the Metropolitan Conference Centre in Calgary (Canada). Registration is open and keynote speakers include The Honourable Ken Hughes (invited), Alberta Minister of Energy; and Dana Woodworth, Alberta Deputy Minister of Environment.