Imperial Irrigation District: Course Correction
In the contest between booming San Diego and the agricultural lands of the Imperial Valley, only water conservation will keep both growing. Mike Campbell explains. |
Cannon Technologies: Test of Time
Ed and Joel Cannon watched flashier companies come and go as they built their rock-solid, customer-focused business. |
Rosendin Electric: Bright Lights
John Koester and Larry Hollis tell us how Rosendin is helping build the $8 billion MGM CityCenter. |
Orion Energy Systems: Climate Creditor
Neal Verfuerth describes how he is positioning his company to solve customers’ energy efficiency needs through innovative technology and energy trading. |
Midwest ISO: Control Room
This independent transmission system operator learned to improve efficiency and reliability of the grid after the 2003 blackout. CEO Graham Edwards explains. |
Florida Municipal Power Agency: Nimble Power
Despite the myriad of challenges in the electric utility industry, this municipal power agency is growing along with the population it serves. Roger Fontes tells us how. |
Velco: Keeping an Open Mind
Vermont’s transmission-only electric company learned you really do catch more flies with honey. |
New England Wood Pellet: Next Generation
US biopellet energy is lagging behind Europe. Steve Walker explains how this wood pellet maker intends to change that. |
Green Earth Fuels: Hot Commodities
Taking lessons from the oil industry, Greg Bafalis says his company can navigate the tumultuous commodities markets to profit on biodiesel. |
GeoResources: Making Experience Count
Frank Lodzinski describes this oil and gas producer’s ability to successfully merge through experienced leadership. |
Electric Energy : Change Reaction
Under pressure to reduce mercury and greenhouse gas emissions, Bill Sheppard applies performance lessons learned from the nuclear industry. |
Doyon, Limited: Native Resources
These oilfield services experts earned prestige and hope for their native shareholders. Aaron Schutt explains. |
Chevron Mining : Miner Details
Mark Smith says the reach of Chevron’s global brand has helped this mining company engage workers to develop best practices for safety. |
CDX Gas: Into the Light
Bob McBride and Steve Mueller brought this E&P company’s unique technology to the forefront. |
PV Powered: Solar Flare
This rapidly growing company is making solar power more reliable and efficient for commercial use. CEO Gregg Patterson explains. |
SMUD: More Through Innovation
To meet the energy demands of its region, this municipal utility finds ways to do more through innovative approaches. Jim Shetler explains how. |
Morristown Utility Systems: Power to the People
Jody Wigington tells us how this rural utility is bringing water, power, and telecom services to its community. |
Highpine Oil & Gas: Tax Revolt
Alberta wants to nearly double its royalty taxes on conventional oil production. Gordon Stollery hopes the industry can keep that from happening. |
Conn. Light & Power / Yankee Gas: Regulating Power
Ray Necci tells us how these Northeast utilities are dealing with high costs and high demand. |
Columbia Helicopters: Heavy Duty
Michael Fahey tells us how a workforce of highly trained pilots and mechanics keeps this heavy-lift transport company growing globally. |
Amegy Bank: Banking on Energy
Steve Kennedy describes this bank’s effort to provide financial solutions and support to the energy industry. |
Raytheon: Work Environment
Using green building and worker-centric design, this industry leader is changing the way its employees do business.
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Orange County Water District: Testing the Waters
Mike Markus tells us how technological innovation and public outreach is protecting Southern California’s water supply.
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Oklahoma Municipal Power Authority: Consistent in a Crisis
This regional electric utility plans to maintain low prices despite growing demand and constraints on supply.
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K-Sea Transportation Partners: Stay the Course
This petroleum transportation company pulled ahead by pursuing a goal of continual improvement.
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Island Petroleum: An Island Mentality
Mike Hennessey leads this Canadian company’s effort to evolve the way oil heat is used on PEI.
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Helix Electric of Nevada: Open Shop
The construction industry is booming in Nevada. Victor Fuchs discusses how his company’s merit-shop flexibility allows it to bid competitively.
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Flambeau River Papers, LLC : Paper Money
Bob Byrne explains his plans to integrate a formerly bankrupt paper mill into a biofuel production facility, with a little help from the government.
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Emcore Photovoltaics: The Light Side
After overhauling operations, David Danzilio and his team are ready to help build the next generation of solar-powered electric plants.
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DSME: Building Reputation
Its reputation for quality allows this Korean shipbuilding and offshore engineering firm to compete against other Asian giants, explains Jae Kwan Seo.
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Aventine Renewable Energy: Corn-Fed Fuel
With legislation mandating a seven-fold increase in ethanol usage by 2022, Daniel Trunfio details how this company plans to capture a major market share.
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Peace River Electric Cooperative: Power Program
William Mulcay’s unique training and education program has created an empowered workforce with an amazing safety track record.
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Mendel Biotechnology: The Road Less Taken
CEO Neal Gutterson explains this biotech company’s unorthodox approach to financial backing and the biofuel market.
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Big Rivers Electric Corporation: Joining Forces
This energy cooperative has proven that working together has its benefits. CEO Mike Core explains.
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South Dakota Soybean Processors: The Green Bean
Rodney Christianson tell us how South Dakota farmers are finding new uses for, and new profits from, the soybean.
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The Price Companies: The Price is Right
President and CEO Dick Carmical describes how this wood processing company has cut its own path to success.
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Lee County Electric Cooperative: Generating Growth
Dennie Hamilton explains how this electric cooperative is maintaining quality service in one of the nation’s fastest growing areas.
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Gastar Exploration: Search and Capture
Gastar Exploration’s CEO Russell Porter tells us how this company found energy resources and profits at the bottom of a well.
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Flexpipe Systems: From the Ground Up
Regan Davis explains that this young company is banking on a desirable product and the right team to achieve growth.
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Diamond Generating Corporation: Stretching the Limits
Tetsuji Nakagawa describes this power generation company’s plan to double—or even triple—its capacity in five to 10 years.
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