Marketwire - Utilities

Sempra Energy's Donald Felsinger to Speak at Goldman Sachs Conference May 13

Fri, 09 May 2008 17:34:00 EDT

SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - Donald E. Felsinger, chairman and chief executive officer of Sempra Energy (NYSE: SRE), will participate in the Goldman Sachs Eighth Annual Power and Utility Conference May 13 - 14 in New York.

Felsinger will be part of a panel during the first day of the conference on May 13: "Gas Generation: Is the Value Chain Prepared?" at 3 p.m. EDT where he will discuss North America's need for infrastructure to support expected growth in natural gas-fueled generation.

ERHC Energy Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results

Fri, 09 May 2008 17:29:00 EDT

HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - ERHC Energy Inc. (OTCBB: ERHE), a publicly traded American company with valuable oil and gas assets in the highly prospective Gulf of Guinea off the coast of central West Africa, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended March 31, 2008.

As of March 31, 2008, ERHC reported cash assets totaling approximately $33 million, compared to approximately $36 million one year ago.

Con Edison CFO Robert Hoglund to Participate in Goldman Sachs Power and Utility Conference

Fri, 09 May 2008 16:32:00 EDT

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - Consolidated Edison, Inc. (Con Edison) Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Robert Hoglund will participate with other utility executives in a panel discussion titled "Rates of Return - Where are They Heading?" at the Goldman Sachs Eighth Annual Power and Utility Conference. The panel discussion will be webcast live on Tuesday, May 13, at 10:30 a.m. (EDT).

A live audio webcast of the panel discussion can be heard on the conference Web site, at http://cc.talkpoint.com/GOLD006/051308a_mg/?entity=coned, where a replay will be available shortly after the live presentation is completed and can be accessed for 90 days. In addition, the live webcast can also be accessed at the Consolidated Edison, Inc. Investor Relations Web site at http://investor.conedison.com.

Nolen Steps Down as Cleco Corp. CFO, Davis Named Interim

Fri, 09 May 2008 16:30:00 EDT

PINEVILLE, LA--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - Cleco Corp. (NYSE: CNL) announced today that Kathleen Nolen, senior vice president and chief financial officer (CFO), is leaving the company effective May 31. Russell Davis, vice president and chief accounting officer, will serve as interim CFO.

Nolen will join the staff of The Rapides Foundation, a $230 million endowed charitable foundation devoted to improving the health status of central Louisiana.

AltaGas Utility Group Inc. Delivers Record First Quarter 2008 Results

Fri, 09 May 2008 15:11:00 EDT

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - The Board of Directors of AltaGas Utility Group Inc. (Utility Group) (TSX:AUI) today announced net income of $4.4 million ($0.54 per share) for the first quarter of 2008, up from $3.8 million ($0.46 per share) for the first quarter of 2007. On April 16, 2008, Utility Group announced a 12.5 percent increase in its dividend to $0.045 per share, up from $0.04 per share. The dividend will be payable on July 15, 2008 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 30, 2008.

Westcoast Energy Declares Dividends

Fri, 09 May 2008 13:07:00 EDT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - On May 9, 2008, Westcoast Energy Inc. ("Westcoast") declared the following quarterly dividends: 1. 5.50% CUMULATIVE FIRST PREFERRED SHARES, SERIES 7: A dividend of 34.375 cents per share payable on July 15, 2008 to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 1, 2008. 2. 5.60% CUMULATIVE FIRST PREFERRED SHARES, SERIES 8: A dividend of 35.00 cents per share payable on July 15, 2008 to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 1, 2008.

Con Edison Files New Energy Investment Plan With Rate Proposals for 2009 and Beyond

Fri, 09 May 2008 12:54:00 EDT

Company Cites Rising Equipment Costs and New Area Needs for Infrastructure Improvements & Energy Efficiency Programs

Ontario Energy Association Breakfast Speakers' Series Continues

Fri, 09 May 2008 12:19:00 EDT

Gaetan Caron, Chair and CEO, National Energy Board and Brian Frank, President, BP Energy Company Featured Speakers

Westar Energy Announces First Quarter 2008 Results

Fri, 09 May 2008 08:43:00 EDT

Tax benefit Increases First Quarter Earnings

Composite Technology Places Equity With Credit Suisse

Fri, 09 May 2008 08:05:00 EDT

IRVINE, CA--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - Composite Technology Corporation (CTC) (OTCBB: CPTC) is pleased to announce that it has sold shares of its common stock to Credit Suisse Securities (Europe) Limited (Credit Suisse). Prior to the transaction, Credit Suisse owned 4% of the outstanding shares of CTC. The sale resulted in net proceeds to CTC of $10 million, and an option until June 30, 2008 to invest an additional $40 million.

Blaze Energy to Participate in Mirror Image Project

Fri, 09 May 2008 08:00:00 EDT

Blaze Energy to Move Forward With Environmental Energy Services, Inc.

Golden Spirit Forms Key Strategic Alliance

Fri, 09 May 2008 06:00:00 EDT

MONTREAL, QC--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - Golden Spirit Enterprises Ltd. (OTCBB: GSPT) reports that the Company signed an Agreement to form a strategic alliance with Companies West Group Inc. ("CWG"), a Colorado-based Company listed on the Frankfurt Exchange, for the purposes of exploiting the Company's CTC Greencycle technology known as the Thermal Oxidization Process System (TOPS) and Controlled Oxidization Environments (CORE).

Two Power Plants Forced Offline After Wednesday's Blackout in Trinidad and Tobago, an Industrial Info News Alert

Fri, 09 May 2008 05:00:00 EDT

CORDOBA, ARGENTINA--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- On Wednesday, a fault at one of Trinidad and Tobago's transmission lines caused a blackout, which affected the northwestern part of the country. The areas that were affected are Chaguaramas, Carenage, Diego Martin, PetitValley, Diamond Vale and Westmoorings.

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RXT - Deeper and broader

Fri, 09 May 2008 02:23:00 EDT

LYSAKER, NORWAY--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) -

Reservoir Exploration Technology ASA (RXT) today announced unaudited results for the first quarter 2008. Financial results were as previously guided. The company expects to keep its position as OBC market leader, take existing technology to deeper waters and offer complementary EM services in the future.

EBITDA for the quarter was USD 4.0 million, compared to 14.4 million in Q4 2007 and minus 3.5 million in Q1 2007. Revenues were USD 31.6 million compared to 36 million in Q4 2007 and 8.4 million in Q1 2007. Net result was minus USD 12.9 million (mainly due to currency exchange losses) compared to minus 1.5 million in Q4 2007 and minus 12 million in Q1 2007. Annual EBITDA-guidance per crew of $20 million remains unchanged.

1st quarter 2008: A solid start for The Linde Group in the new financial year

Fri, 09 May 2008 01:43:00 EDT

MUNICH, GERMANY--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) -

- 7.5 percent increase in sales to 2.917 billion euro after adjusting for exchange rate effects; reported sales growth of 2.0 percent

- 11.1 percent increase in operating profit to 602 million euro after adjusting for exchange rate effects; reported operating profit* up 5.8 percent

- Adjusted earnings per share up 20.6 percent to 1.29 euro

- Outlook for 2008 unchanged: Sales expected to increase and earnings expected to rise at a faster rate than sales

SDG&E Honors Five Business Customers as Energy-Efficiency Leaders

Thu, 08 May 2008 20:24:00 EDT

SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - San Diego Gas & Electric today honored five commercial customers for energy-efficiency leadership in their facility design and operations.

The U.S. Marine Corps' Camp Pendleton, Solana Beach School District, SC Engineers Inc., Hunter Industries and AC Energy Systems were named "Energy Champions" in recognition of their efforts to reduce both their energy use and impact on the environment.

"California leads the nation in energy efficiency," said Debra L. Reed, president and chief executive officer of SDG&E. "Using energy wisely to both reduce costs and the impact on the environment is frequently cited by our customers among their top priorities, and we're committed to helping them accomplish this."

Fortis Inc. annonce une offre de 8 000 000 actions privil�gi�es de premier rang de s�rie G

Thu, 08 May 2008 19:22:00 EDT

ST. JOHN'S, TERRE-NEUVE-ET-LABRADOR--(Marketwire - 8 mai 2008) - TOUTE DISTRIBUTION A DES SERVICES DE PRESSE AMERICAINS ET TOUTE DIFFUSION DU PRESENT COMMUNIQUE AUX ETATS-UNIS SONT INTERDITES. Fortis Inc. ("Fortis" ou la "soci�t�") (TSX:FTS) a annonc� aujourd'hui la signature d'un accord avec un syndicat de preneurs fermes men� par Scotia Capital Inc. et CIBC World Markets Inc. dans le cadre duquel ceux-ci ont accept� d'acheter 8 000 000 actions privil�gi�es de premier rang de s�rie G cumulatives et rachetables � un taux fixe sur cinq ans, recalcul�es au terme de la premi�re p�riode de cinq ans, (les "actions privil�gi�es de premier rang de s�rie G") de la soci�t� ("l'offre") et de les revendre au public. Les preneurs fermes auront �galement la possibilit� d'acheter jusqu'� 1 200 000 actions privil�gi�es de premier rang de s�rie G suppl�mentaires pour couvrir les attributions exc�dentaires, s'il y a lieu, ainsi qu'� des fins de stabilisation du march� pendant les 30 jours suivant la

CU Inc. Announces the Filing of a Preliminary Base Shelf Prospectus

Thu, 08 May 2008 19:17:00 EDT

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - CU Inc. announced today, together with its dealers BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc., RBC Dominion Securities Inc. and TD Securities Inc., that it has filed with the securities commissions in each of the provinces of Canada a Preliminary Base Shelf Prospectus to issue up to $1,500,000,000 of Debentures in tranches as required over the next 25 months. The proceeds will be used to fund utility capital expenditures, to repay existing indebtedness and for other general corporate purposes.

Northland Power Income Fund Announces Q1 Results

Thu, 08 May 2008 19:03:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OR ITS POSSESSIONS. ANY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF U.S. SECURITIES LAW. Northland Power Income Fund (the "Fund") (TSX:NPI.UN)(TSX:NPI.DB) reported its financial results today for the quarter ended March 31, 2008. /T/ FINANCIAL AND OPERATING HIGHLIGHTS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------

Rebuilding Together Manchester and Lowe's Open New Doors and Windows for Low Income Families

Thu, 08 May 2008 18:01:00 EDT

MANCHESTER, CT--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) -

WHAT:   Rebuilding Together Manchester, Lowe's and community volunteers
        will replace windows and doors for low-income homeowners in the
        Manchester community.  Lowe's provided $35,000 in funding for the
        event and hopes the installation of windows and doors will greatly
        increase the energy efficiency of homes.

        Lowe's also provided funding for Rebuilding Together Manchester to
        develop a window installation manual for the Rebuilding Together
        affiliate network.  Lowe's is a national sponsor of Rebuilding
        Together and has contributed a total of $2 million over the last
        two years.

WHO:    Rebuilding Together Manchester, Lowe's and community volunteers

WHEN:   Saturday, May 10, 2008

WHERE:  Projects will take place in the Greater Manchester community -
        Call to setup Media Interviews and Opportunities Available

AltaGas Appoints New Member to Board of Directors

Thu, 08 May 2008 17:10:00 EDT

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - AltaGas Income Trust (AltaGas or the Trust) (TSX:ALA.UN) today announced the appointment of Hugh A. Fergusson, B.A., LLB, ICD.D, to the Board of Directors of AltaGas General Partner Inc., effective May 7, 2008. Mr. Fergusson is currently a board member for Provident Energy Trust, Canexus Income Trust and the Alberta Electric System Operator. He was also a board member with Taylor NGL Limited Partnership from 2005 to 2008. "I am happy to welcome Mr. Fergusson to the Board of Directors of AltaGas," said David Cornhill, Chairman and CEO of AltaGas. "Mr. Fergusson brings a wealth of energy industry experience and I am confident he will make a positive contribution to our Board as we position AltaGas for continued growth."

Spectra Energy Canada Exchangeco Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend

Thu, 08 May 2008 14:13:00 EDT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - Spectra Energy Canada Exchangeco Inc. ("Exchangeco"), a subsidiary of Spectra Energy Corp, today declared a quarterly cash dividend of CDN $0.22 on its Duke Energy Exchangeable shares (TSX:SPT.A) payable on June 16, 2008 to shareholders of record on the close of business May 19, 2008. All dividends paid or deemed for Canadian federal, provincial or territorial income tax purposes by Exchangeco including the dividend above are designated eligible dividends pursuant to Subsection 89(14) of the Income Tax Act (Canada) or similar provincial or territorial legislation. This designation will apply to all such dividends paid or deemed paid in the future unless otherwise notified by Exchangeco. An eligible dividend received by a Canadian resident individual shareholder is entitled to the enhanced dividend tax credit.

AquaCell Technologies Updates Stockholders

Thu, 08 May 2008 12:52:00 EDT

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - AquaCell Technologies, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: AQUA), a manufacturer of environmentally friendly products including a solar powered air conditioner, announced today that it has issued a letter to its stockholders setting forth the current status of the Company. The letter, which has been included with an 8-K filing, will also be available for viewing on the Company's web site at www.aquacell.com, or may be obtained upon request by calling our corporate office.

W2 Energy Inc. Announces .33 Cents per Share Earnings Projected for 2008

Thu, 08 May 2008 10:16:00 EDT

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - W2 Energy Inc. (PINKSHEETS: WTWO) (FRANKFURT: WJD), a developer of green energy, is pleased to announce CEO Michael McLaren negotiated contracts this week vital to the growth and infrastructure of the company. W2 Energy continues to aggressively build upon its technology and know-how in order to become a world-wide leader in the development of emerging alternative energy technologies and the production of liquid fuel.

Woodchips for Energy; Green Energy Resources Targets 15% Market Share of Growing Northeast US Biomass Markets and Looks to Develop a Green BioEnergy Port in New York City Area

Thu, 08 May 2008 09:57:00 EDT

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - Green Energy Resources (PINKSHEETS: GRGR) has targeted the Northeast US for supply contracts. The current market is approximately 1.5 million tons valued under $40 million dollars and is expected to quadruple within the next 3 years to over $500 million dollars with the addition of several new well publicized biomass, ethanol and wood pellet plants. Green Energy Resources has set a goal of 15% market share over the next 5 years.

York Water Company Announces Three Month Earnings

Thu, 08 May 2008 09:47:00 EDT

YORK, PA--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - The York Water Company's (NASDAQ: YORW) President, Jeffrey R. Hines, announced today the Company's financial results for the first quarter of 2008.

President Hines reported that operating revenues of $7,506,000 increased 1.6% over the first quarter of 2007 due to growth in the customer base of approximately 905. First quarter earnings of $1,206,000 decreased 9.0% compared to first quarter 2007. The decline in net income is attributed to slower than anticipated growth in the customer base, a modest decline in per capita consumption, and higher operating expenses including depreciation, wages and health insurance expenses. Earnings per share for the three month period declined by $0.01 per share.

ERHC Energy Releases Q&A With Vice President Corporate Development

Thu, 08 May 2008 09:45:00 EDT

HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - ERHC Energy Inc. (OTCBB: ERHE), an American company with valuable oil and gas assets in the highly prospective Gulf of Guinea, today released the following interview with David Bovell, vice president corporate development with ERHC. The discussion covered issues related to Mr. Bovell's responsibilities, including expanding the Company's assets through acquisitions and exploring various stock exchange listing alternatives.

Mayor Meeker and Business Leaders to Welcome Clean Energy Innovator Optimal Technologies to Raleigh, North Carolina

Thu, 08 May 2008 08:00:00 EDT

Developer of "Smart Grid" Technologies Hosting Office Opening Event for Local Government Officials and Business Leaders

El Paso Pipeline Partners Reports First Quarter Results

Thu, 08 May 2008 07:45:00 EDT

HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - El Paso Pipeline Partners, L.P. (NYSE: EPB) is reporting today first quarter 2008 financial and operational results for the partnership.

Highlights:

--  Net Income of $27.6 million -- up from $10.1 million in 2007
--  Earnings of $0.32 per common unit
--  Cash available for distribution of $24.9 million
--  Declared quarterly cash distribution of $0.28750 per unit
--  Kanda lateral expansion placed in-service

American Green Group Announces Strategic Direction

Thu, 08 May 2008 07:30:00 EDT

NEW HAVEN, CT--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - American Green Group, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: AMGG) (the "Company") announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a strategic business plan for the further growth of the Company through 2011.

Under the plan approved, the Company will immediately begin identifying other "green" companies to acquire, merge or partner with, including those in the energy conservation sector that already manufacture, distribute and/or market superior insulation product and equipment in the United States and other countries. Furthermore, the Company will also seek to acquire or partner with one or more Internet sites that address consumer energy conservation needs in order for the Company to expand the reach of its market presence and seat its new brand strategy.

El Paso Corporation Reports 83 Percent Increase in First Quarter Adjusted EPS

Thu, 08 May 2008 07:30:00 EDT

HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - El Paso Corporation (NYSE: EP) is reporting today first quarter 2008 financial and operational results for the company.

Highlights:

--  $0.29 earnings per diluted share from continuing operations versus a
    loss of $0.08 in 2007
--  Pipeline earnings before interest expense and taxes (EBIT) and
    throughput up 5 percent and 7 percent, respectively, from first quarter
    2007
--  Exploration & Production (E&P) EBIT up 35 percent versus first quarter
    2007
--  Production, including unconsolidated affiliate volumes, totaled 886
    million cubic feet equivalent per day (MMcfe/d) -- an 8 percent increase
    over first quarter 2007
--  Expanded hedge position for 2008 and 2009. Oil hedges for 2009 ensure
    approximately $105 million of incremental revenues versus 2008.

Fortis d�gage un b�n�fice record de 91 millions $ pour le premier trimestre

Thu, 08 May 2008 07:00:00 EDT

L'acquisition de Terasen entra�ne une croissance de 53 % du r�sultat par action du premier trimestre

Universal Energy Group Ltd. Announces Date for Fiscal 2008 Second Quarter Financial Results and Investor Conference Call

Thu, 08 May 2008 06:00:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - Universal Energy Group Ltd. ("Universal Energy Group") (TSX:UEG) today announced that it will issue its second quarter financial results for fiscal 2008 on Wednesday, May 14, 2008, before the market opens. The company will host a conference call to discuss its financial results at 11:00 a.m. ET. Gary J. Drummond, Executive Chairman, Mark L. Silver, President, Electricity and Gas Marketing, Tim J. LaFrance, President, Terra Grain Fuels and Stephen Plummer, Chief Financial Officer will discuss the company's financial results and performance.

China's First-Quarter Decline in New Power Capacity Attributed to Severe Snowstorms, an Industrial Info News Alert

Thu, 08 May 2008 06:00:00 EDT

BEIJING--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- In the first quarter of 2008, China installed 12.64 gigawatts (GW) of power, a decrease of about 600 megawatts (MW) compared with the same period last year, according to a China Electricity Council report released at the end of April. The decrease is attributed to the severe snowstorms that impacted southern China during the quarter.

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The Linde Group and ADNOC to build two large-scale air separation units in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) - Total investment costs around USD 800 million

Thu, 08 May 2008 03:53:00 EDT

MUNICH, GERMANY--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - The technology company The Linde Group and The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) have decided to construct two large air separation units (ASU) through their joint venture Elixier in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates). Total investment costs amount to approximately USD 800 million.

Starting at the end of 2010, the new plants will be connected to the utility and pipeline network and will supply nitrogen for injection into the onshore condensate field in Habshan in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi to free natural gas for the national grid. The two ASUs will have a total nitrogen capacity of 670,000 standard cubic metres per hour.

Canadian Utilities Limited Announces Appointment of Deputy Chairman

Wed, 07 May 2008 16:54:00 EDT

EDMONTON, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 7, 2008) - R.D. Southern, Chairman of the Board, Canadian Utilities Limited, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nancy Southern as Deputy Chairman effective May 7, 2008. Ms. Southern assumes this responsibility in addition to her current role as President & Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Southern has been a Director of Canadian Utilities since 1990. She served as the Corporation's Deputy Chairman from 1996 until 2000; Deputy Chief Executive Officer from 1998 - 2000 and Co-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer from 2000 to 2003.

AltaGas Income Trust Reports Record Earnings of $37.6 Million in First Quarter 2008

Wed, 07 May 2008 13:50:00 EDT

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 7, 2008) - AltaGas Income Trust (AltaGas or the Trust) (TSX:ALA.UN) today announced record net income of $37.6 million ($0.58 per unit) for the three months ended March 31, 2008, compared to $24.6 million ($0.43 per unit) for the same period of 2007 - an increase of 53 percent quarter-over-quarter. "Our record first quarter results are solid proof that our growth strategy is working," said David Cornhill, Chairman and CEO of AltaGas. " With the contribution of the Taylor assets, our earnings have exceeded market expectations. We continue to actively create opportunities to further enhance the value of these assets, while acquiring and growing other infrastructure assets in our gas and power businesses."

Prospect Capital Schedules Third Fiscal Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call

Wed, 07 May 2008 12:21:00 EDT

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - May 7, 2008) - Prospect Capital Corporation (NASDAQ: PSEC) (the "Company") announced today that it expects to file with the Securities and Exchange Commission its report on Form 10-Q containing its third fiscal quarter results for the period ended March 31, 2008, by Monday, May 12, 2008. The Company expects to issue its earnings press release before the opening of the financial markets on Tuesday, May 13, 2008.

El Paso Corporation Pipelines Become 'Founding Reporters' of The Climate Registry

Wed, 07 May 2008 11:57:00 EDT

Industry Leader Takes Action on Climate Change

W2 Energy Inc. Corporate Status Report

Wed, 07 May 2008 11:18:00 EDT

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - May 7, 2008) - W2 Energy Inc. (PINKSHEETS: WTWO) (FRANKFURT: WJD) a developer of green energy, is pleased to announce a corporate status update.

Mr. Michael McLaren reports:

W2 Energy to pursue joint venture with Cobal Chile S.A

On April 23, 2008 the company announced the formation of a joint venture to build 2 waste-to-energy plants to produce 100 barrels of synthetic diesel per day each with Cobal Chile www.cobal.cl. W2 Energy will retain 40% of the equity as well as a 2.5% royalty on liquid fuel sales. Sales from the project are expected to be in excess of US$15 Million per year.

Vancouver Woman Wins Free Natural Gas From Direct Energy

Wed, 07 May 2008 10:00:00 EDT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 7, 2008) - Valerie Magee's barbecued steaks are going to taste just a little bit sweeter for the next five summers, because they'll be slow cooking on a gas barbecue fueled by free natural gas, compliments of Direct Energy. Magee won five year's worth of free natural gas, valued at $5,000, after signing up with Direct Energy for a five-year price protection plan. "When I signed with Direct Energy, I was concerned about natural gas and its volatile price fluctuations," says Magee. "A lot of my home is powered by natural gas, so Direct Energy's guarantee of being able to lock in my rates for five years really appealed to me. But I wound up getting it for free!"

The Linde Group sells its valve production facility MAPAG to Metso (Finland)

Wed, 07 May 2008 08:37:00 EDT

M�NCHEN, GERMANY--(Marketwire - May 7, 2008) -

Munich, 7 May 2008 - The Linde Group, a world leading gases and engineering company, has sold its valve production facility MAPAG Valves GmbH (Germany) to the international technology corporation Metso (Finland) at an enterprise value of 36 million euro. The contract was signed today and will enter into effect on approval from the relevant anti-trust authorities.

With the divestiture of this non-core activity Linde's Engineering Division further focuses on its core competencies. MAPAG is a specialist in producing high performance butterfly valves for different types of plants in the petrochemical, air separation and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) industry.

American Water & Energy Savers Joins Forces With Power Buyer Green and Grant Capital Management

Wed, 07 May 2008 07:30:00 EDT

One of the Nation's Oldest Water Conservation Companies Has Recently Partnered With Power Buyer Green Along With Grant Capital Management in an Effort to Provide Energy Efficient Programs to Cut Cost to Owners of Multifamily Properties

E.ON Benelux Halts Construction of 1,070-Megawatt Plant in Netherlands, an Industrial Info News Alert

Wed, 07 May 2008 07:00:00 EDT

CORDOBA, ARGENTINA--(Marketwire - May 7, 2008) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- E.ON Benelux, a part of E.ON AG (PINKSHEETS:EONGY), was forced to temporarily halt the construction of a coal-and-biomass-fired power plant on the Maasvlakte harbor in Rotterdam, Netherlands. E.ON had begun groundwork, assuming that only a license was required for the operation stage. Construction work will be halted to prevent interference with neighboring company Lyondell.

Heavy Electrical Giants in India Set to Grow in the Global Arena, an Industrial Info News Alert

Wed, 07 May 2008 06:00:00 EDT

BANGALORE, INDIA--(Marketwire - May 7, 2008) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) (New Delhi) has bagged a $137.5 million export contract to supply two 135-megawatt, environment-friendly circulating fluidized bed combustion (CFBC) boilers and auxiliaries to Koniambo Nickel SAS (New Caledonia).

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Industrial Power Producers Play Vital Role in Supplying Energy Needs for Process and Manufacturing Industries, an Industrial Info News Alert

Wed, 07 May 2008 05:00:00 EDT

SUGAR LAND, TX--(Marketwire - May 7, 2008) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- Many of North America's processing and manufacturing plants rely on on-site power generation to supply their energy needs. These plants are referred to as Industrial Energy Producers (IEPs) and are home to on-site power generation, back-up generators or cogeneration facilities. In short, IEPs are power plants in facilities outside the Power Industry. Industrial Info maintains key information on IEPs as part of our Power Industry Database. Currently, the amount of electrical capacity exceeds 29,000 megawatts in 2,418 operational units.

Cleco Corp. Posts 2008 First-Quarter Net Income of $22.1 Million

Tue, 06 May 2008 17:44:00 EDT

PINEVILLE, LA--(Marketwire - May 6, 2008) - Cleco Corp. (NYSE: CNL) reported today 2008 first-quarter net income applicable to common stock of $22.1 million, up $13.9 million from the $8.2 million recorded in the first quarter of 2007.

On an earnings per share (EPS) basis, Cleco recorded earnings of $0.37 per diluted share, up $0.23 per share from the $0.14 per share recorded in the first quarter of 2007.

Results were driven mainly by $0.18 per share of higher AFUDC (allowance for funds used during construction) from Cleco Power associated with the Rodemacher Unit 3 project.

Geoffrey F. Hyland nomm� pr�sident de Fortis Inc.

Tue, 06 May 2008 16:12:00 EDT

ST. JOHN'S, TERRE-NEUVE-ET-LABRADOR--(Marketwire - 6 mai 2008) - Le conseil d'administration de Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) a nomm� aujourd'hui M. Geoffrey F. Hyland au poste de pr�sident non-dirigeant du conseil d'administration de Fortis Inc. Sa nomination fait suite � la retraite de M. Bruce Chafe, qui s'est joint au conseil d'administration en 1997 et en assumait la pr�sidence depuis 2006. M. Hyland s'est joint au conseil d'administration de Fortis Inc. en 2001. Il est membre du Comit� des ressources humaines de la compagnie et directeur de FortisOntario. En 2005, apr�s 37 ann�es de service, M. Hyland a quitt� ses fonctions de pr�sident et de pr�sident et chef de la direction de ShawCor Ltd. Il est a obtenu un baccalaur�at �s g�nie (chimique) de l'Universit� McGill ainsi qu'une ma�trise en administration des affaires de l'Universit� York. M. Hyland si�ge toujours au conseil d'administration de ShawCor Ltd. et est directeur d'Enerflex Systems Income Fund, de SCITI Total Return Trust et

TransAlta Announces US$500 Million of Senior Notes due 2018

Tue, 06 May 2008 15:04:00 EDT

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 6, 2008) - TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA) (NYSE:TAC) today announced it has priced an offering of US$500 million of 6.65 per cent senior notes due in 2018. The senior notes were priced at 99.724 per cent for yield to maturity of 6.688 per cent. The notes have been rated Baa2 (stable) by Moody's Investor Service and BBB (stable) by Standard & Poor's Rating Services, a division of McGraw-Hill, Inc. The net proceeds from the offering will be used for debt repayment, financing of TransAlta's long-term investment plan and for general corporate purposes.

Fortis Inc. Announces Offering of 8,000,000 Series G First Preference Shares

Tue, 06 May 2008 14:03:00 EDT

ST. JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR--(Marketwire - May 6, 2008) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. Fortis Inc. ("Fortis" or the "Corporation") (TSX:FTS) announced today that it has entered into an agreement with a syndicate of underwriters led by Scotia Capital Inc. and CIBC World Markets Inc. pursuant to which they have agreed to purchase from Fortis and sell to the public 8,000,000 Cumulative Redeemable Five-Year Fixed Rate Reset Series G First Preference Shares (the "Series G First Preference Shares") of the Corporation (the "Offering"). The underwriters will also have the option to purchase up to an additional 1,200,000 Series G First Preference Shares to cover over-allotments, if any, and for market stabilization purposes, during the 30 days following the closing of the Offering (the "Over-Allotment Option").

ONA Energy Announces Increase of Private Placement

Tue, 06 May 2008 13:29:00 EDT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 6, 2008) - ONA Energy Inc. ("the Company") (CNQ:OEIX)(FRANKFURT:O3X) is pleased to announce that further to the April 15, 2008 private placement news release, the size of the private placement has been increased from $ 3.5 million to $ 6.0 million with an initial closing of $3,184,800 on May 7, and a second closing on or around May 12, 2008. The Company is offering up to 10,000,000 units on a private placement basis, at a price of $0.60 per unit. Each unit consists of one common share and one warrant. Each warrant may be exercised at a price of $0.75 to purchase one common share for a period of one year from the closing date of the offering. The Company may require the warrants to be exercised if, at any time after four months from the closing date of the offering, the weighted average trading price of the common shares is at or above $1.00 for a period of 20 consecutive days.

Titan Energy Worldwide Files Registration Statement for Previously Issued Shares

Tue, 06 May 2008 10:43:00 EDT

MINNEAPOLIS, MN--(Marketwire - May 6, 2008) - Titan Energy Worldwide, Inc. (OTCBB: TEWI), a leading provider of emergency and stand-by power systems, today announced the Company has filed an S-1 registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission to register 11,789,020 shares of the company's common stock. This filing, once effective, will benefit existing shareholders who purchased Units in the Company's Private Placement Offering which closed on January 31, 2008 and the placement agents who were issued warrants for their participation in the Offering.

Geoffrey F. Hyland Appointed Chair of Fortis Inc.

Tue, 06 May 2008 10:33:00 EDT

ST. JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR--(Marketwire - May 6, 2008) - The Board of Directors of Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) today appointed Mr. Geoffrey F. Hyland non-executive Chair of the Board of Fortis Inc. His appointment follows the retirement of Mr. Bruce Chafe who joined the Board in 1997 and has served as Chair since 2006. Mr. Hyland joined the Fortis Inc. Board in 2001 and is a member of the Corporation's Human Resources Committee and he is a Director of FortisOntario. Mr. Hyland retired as President and CEO of Shawcor Ltd. in 2005 after 37 years of service. He graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical) and York University with a Master of Business Administration. Mr. Hyland continues to serve on the Board of ShawCor Ltd. and is a Director of Enerflex Systems Income Fund, SCITI Total Return Trust and Exco Technologies Limited.

Brigham Moore Attains Highest Jury Award for Eminent Domain Valuation in Florida Circuit Court

Tue, 06 May 2008 10:28:00 EDT

Jury Awards Keystone Coal $67 Million in Case With Jaxport

Con Edison Reminds Contractors & Gardeners to Dig With Care

Tue, 06 May 2008 09:33:00 EDT

May Is National Dig Safely Month

SolarBrook Water and Power Announces Completion of HydroFlo PLUS(TM) System for Woodbury Subdivision

Tue, 06 May 2008 09:22:00 EDT

RALEIGH, NC--(Marketwire - May 6, 2008) - SolarBrook Water and Power Corporation (PINKSHEETS: SWPC), a developer, manufacturer and marketer of water quality and clean power products, announced today that its HydroFlo Water Treatment, Inc. (HWTI) division has completed the construction of the odor control system that is an integral component of a wastewater system for the Woodbury Subdivision in Concord, North Carolina.

The installed PLUST system provides a more effective and efficient means of controlling odors in wastewater. HydroFlo Water Treatment, Inc. turned to completed system over to Carolina Water Service upon completion.

Western GeoPower Corp.: Geysers Well Demonstrates 10 MW Initial Capacity

Tue, 06 May 2008 08:30:00 EDT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 6, 2008) - Western GeoPower Corp., (TSX VENTURE:WGP)(FRANKFURT:WE6.F) a renewable energy development company, today announced that an eight hour multi-rate flow test carried out on completion of the WGP-1 well at The Geysers Geothermal Field in California has confirmed that the well is a strong producer, with an initial capacity of 10 MW (gross) and a forecast stabilized capacity of at least 7 MW (gross). The well will supply steam to the 35 MWe Western GeoPower Unit 1 plant, projected to start commercial operations in early 2010.

BELCO Holdings Selects BoardVantage

Tue, 06 May 2008 07:30:00 EDT

Enhances Access to and Security of Board Materials

Testing Confirms PureSpectrum's Ballast Technology Enables Linear Regressive Dimming for Linear Fluorescents

Tue, 06 May 2008 07:30:00 EDT

Independent Testing Confirms That Cost Effective Circuitry Can Provide Full Range of Light Output

Power Demand in China Expected to Increase 13.5% This Year, an Industrial Info News Alert

Tue, 06 May 2008 07:00:00 EDT

BEIJING--(Marketwire - May 6, 2008) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- China's energy industry, including electric power and coal, is expected to see continued increases in both demand and supply this year. The estimated growth in demand will be about 13.5%, and the total social power consumption will reach about 3.7 trillion kilowatt-hours, said Wei Jianguo, General Manager of Zhong Neng Power Industry Fuel Company (Beijing), a subsidiary of the State Grid Corporation of China (Beijing).

Hydrogenics Reports First Quarter 2008 Results

Tue, 06 May 2008 07:00:00 EDT

Higher Revenues, Strong Order Intake and Profitable OnSite Generation Business Unit Provides Foundation for Growth

Joint press release from Sud-Chemie and Linde: Sud-Chemie and Linde are working together on the development of plants for the production of second- generation biofuels

Tue, 06 May 2008 02:36:00 EDT

MUNICH, GERMANY--(Marketwire - May 6, 2008) -

Munich, 6 May 2008 A unique European alliance has been set up between two major companies in plant construction and biocatalysis to develop climate-friendly biofuels, which will not compete with food production.

S�d-Chemie AG, a world-leading producer of catalysts and adsorbent materials, and The Linde Group, a world-leading gases and engineering company, entered into an exclusive cooperation agreement to develop and market plants for the production of second-generation biofuels.

EnergySolutions Seeks Judicial Clarification of NW Compact Authority

Mon, 05 May 2008 23:00:00 EDT

SALT LAKE CITY, UT--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) - EnergySolutions, Inc. (NYSE: ES) announced today that its subsidiary, EnergySolutions, LLC has filed a declaratory judgment action in the U.S. District Court in Utah seeking a determination that the Northwest Interstate Compact on Low-Level Radioactive Waste Management (the "Northwest Compact") lacks authority over EnergySolutions' Clive, Utah facility.

"This action is intended to clarify whether the Northwest Compact has authority to restrict or control the operations of our Clive facility, and therefore prohibit the company from undertaking an important international project," said Steve Creamer, CEO of EnergySolutions.

Fortis Inc. annonce ses dividendes pour le troisi�me trimestre de 2008

Mon, 05 May 2008 19:59:00 EDT

ST. JOHN'S, TERRE-NEUVE-ET-LABRADOR--(Marketwire - 5 mai 2008) - Aujourd'hui, le conseil d'administration de Fortis Inc. (la "Soci�t�") (TSX:FTS) a d�clar� les dividendes suivants : 1. 0,25 $ par action sur les actions ordinaires �mises et en circulation enti�rement pay�es de la Soci�t�, � verser le 1er septembre 2008 aux actionnaires ordinaires inscrits � la cl�ture du march� au 8 ao�t 2008; 2. 0,340625 $ par action sur les actions privil�gi�es de premier rang de S�rie "C" de la Soci�t�, � verser le 1er septembre 2008 aux actionnaires inscrits � la cl�ture du march� au 8 ao�t 2008;

Blackfoot Delivers Unprecedented Broadband Speed to Rural Customers

Mon, 05 May 2008 18:00:00 EDT

Blackfoot Packages Faster Broadband Speed, Long Distance Minutes and Features

Brigham Moore Attains Highest Jury Award for Eminent Domain Valuation in Florida Circuit Court

Mon, 05 May 2008 17:08:00 EDT

Jury Awards Keystone Coal $67 Million in Case With Jaxport

Fortis Inc. Announces Third Quarter Dividends-2008

Mon, 05 May 2008 15:55:00 EDT

ST. JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) - Today, the Board of Directors of Fortis Inc. (the "Corporation") (TSX:FTS) has declared the following dividends: 1. $0.25 per share on the issued and outstanding fully paid Common Shares of the Corporation, payable on September 1, 2008 to the Common Shareholders of Record at the close of business on August 8, 2008; 2. $0.340625 per share on the First Preference Shares, Series "C" of the Corporation, payable on September 1, 2008 to the Shareholders of Record at the close of business on August 8, 2008;

JMI Telecom Is a Certified Public Utility in Kentucky

Mon, 05 May 2008 15:16:00 EDT

CHARLOTTE, NC--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) - JMI Telecom Corp. (PINKSHEETS: JMIT) is certified as a public utility in the state of Kentucky providing local and long distance telephone services. The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) serves the public interest by protecting consumers and ensuring the provision of safe, reliable utility service. JMI Telecom provides local and long distance telephone services to Residential and Commercial consumers at reasonable rates. Kyle Freeman, President and CEO of JMI Telecom Corp., states, "We are excited to have the opportunity to expand into the state of Kentucky. This will increase our customer base in both the Residential and Commercial markets."

US UNCON FUEL Producers Rally for Energy Independence

Mon, 05 May 2008 13:26:00 EDT

HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) - Oil prices could double in five years -- ending the cheap-fuel era and creating chaos in global economies, and subsequently unconventional fuel developers are rallying to promote clean, lower-cost, domestic-transportation fuels.

New technologies such as plasma gasification used in the Coskata hybrid process will be developed to increase fuel output as the unconventional-fuel industry prepares to boom in the face of rising oil prices.

Stephen Johnson, president, American Clean Coal Fuels, warned that while global oil reserve reporting is not perfect, a very serious situation is certainly emerging.

Canadian Hydro et TCI Renewables obtiennent des contrats visant 116 MW d'�nergie �olienne au Qu�bec

Mon, 05 May 2008 12:53:00 EDT

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - 5 mai 2008) - Venterre, une coentreprise de Canadian Hydro Developers, Inc. (TSX:KHD) ("Canadian Hydro") et de TCI Renewables Limited ("TCI Renewables"), a annonc� aujourd'hui avoir obtenu de Hydro-Qu�bec Distribution ("HQD") deux contrats d'approvisionnement d'�lectricit� d'une dur�e de 20 ans (les "CAE") visant 116 MW d'�lectricit� provenant de deux projets �oliens. L'�lectricit� sera produite par le projet �olien New Richmond de 66 MW ("New Richmond") et le projet �olien Saint-Valentin de 50 MW ("Saint-Valentin").

TransAlta renews normal course issuer bid program

Mon, 05 May 2008 12:45:00 EDT

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) - TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA) (NYSE:TAC) announced today it has received regulatory approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) for the continuation of its normal course issuer bid program. The program is in its eighth consecutive year. TransAlta believes maintaining a balanced approach to capital allocation enables the company to create consistent and stable shareholder value in a capital intensive, commodity industry. TransAlta's plan includes portfolio optimization, investment in new capacity and returning capital to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks. As in 2007, TransAlta has the approval to purchase, for cancellation, up to 19,884,460 of its common shares, representing 10 per cent of TransAlta's public float as of April 23, 2008.

Canadian Hydro and TCI Renewables Awarded 116 MW of Wind Power Contracts in Quebec

Mon, 05 May 2008 12:40:00 EDT

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) - Venterre, a joint venture between Canadian Hydro Developers, Inc. (TSX:KHD) ("Canadian Hydro") and TCI Renewables Limited ("TCI Renewables"), announced today that it has been awarded two, 20-year Electricity Supply Contracts (the "PPAs") from Hydro-Quebec Distribution ("HQD") for the supply of 116 MW from two wind projects. The power will come from the 66 MW New Richmond Wind Project ("New Richmond") and the 50 MW St. Valentin Wind Project ("St. Valentin").

FLIR Systems Announces Initial Order for Commercial Shipping Application

Mon, 05 May 2008 09:30:00 EDT

PORTLAND, OR--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) - FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced that it has received a 60 unit order for its NavigatorT II thermal imaging camera from Bourbon Corporation, a world-leader in offshore oil and gas marine services based in France.

The units delivered under this order will be used for navigation and safety purposes aboard Bourbon's fleet of offshore supply vessels. This is FLIR's first sale into the commercial shipping industry, which represents approximately 35,000 vessels world-wide.

Media Advisory/REMINDER: Fortis Inc. Annual Meeting of Shareholders

Mon, 05 May 2008 08:00:00 EDT

ST. JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) - Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) will hold its Annual Meeting of Shareholders on Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. (Newfoundland time), 9:00 a.m. (EDT), at the Holiday Inn St. John's, 180 Portugal Cove Road, St. John's, NL. The presentation that will be given during the meeting will be webcast on the Fortis Inc. website at www.fortisinc.com. Mr. H. Stanley Marshall, President and Chief Executive Officer, Fortis Inc., will review the important events of the past year. Mr. Barry V. Perry, Vice President Finance and Chief Financial Officer, Fortis Inc., will review the financial performance of the Corporation in 2007 and provide an overview of results for the first quarter 2008.

AEP Completes $85 Million Expansion at Oklahoma Power Station, an Industrial Info News Alert

Mon, 05 May 2008 07:30:00 EDT

SUGAR LAND, TX--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas) -- AEP-Public Service Company of Oklahoma, a subsidiary of American Electric Power Company (NYSE:AEP), has completed construction and is set to commence full commercial start-up of an $85 million, 170-megawatt (MW) expansion project at the Southwestern Power Station in Washita, Oklahoma.

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FDA Approved All Natural Sweetener, the Perfect Product for Diabetes and Obesity, Receives Overwhelming Response From Around the World; SUPERMAG Nearing Completion Provides Answer to High Oil Prices!

Mon, 05 May 2008 06:01:00 EDT

LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) -

SuperVision Entertainment Inc.: (PINKSHEETS: SVET)

The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) recently approved an artificial sweetener made from all natural crops such as wheat, rice, corn, potatoes, barley etc. Besides being an ingredient that can replace sugar in thousands of products it is the perfect product for the diabetic and obesity market.

This amazing new product is produced by creating an enzymatic degradation of natural crops which is then processed and purified. The end result is an all natural sweetener that looks exactly like honey, tastes exactly like honey, and has the same consistency as honey. It is also available in powder form.

Corix Acquires the Barber Group of Companies

Mon, 05 May 2008 06:00:00 EDT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) - Corix announced today it has acquired the Barber Group of Companies (Barber Engineering and Controls Ltd., Barber Valve and Controls, BG Controls, and Besco Industrial Products). "This acquisition allows us to fulfill a key part of our corporate strategy," said Steve Little, Vice President and COO, Corix. "It has been part of our plan to establish a base in the oil, gas and industrial products sector and the Barber Group of Companies ("Barber") now gives us that platform."

Kansas City Power Prepares to Release RFPs to Add Environmental Controls at La Cygne Station, an Industrial Info News Alert

Mon, 05 May 2008 05:30:00 EDT

SUGAR LAND, TX--(Marketwire - May 5, 2008) - Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, TX) -- Kansas City Power and Light (KCPL) officials said in April that they are preparing the specification for the release a request for proposal (RFP) to build a 700-foot, single dual-flue stack for both of the units at its 1,578-megawatt (MW) coal-fired La Cygne power station. The RFP would also call for the demolition of the existing single stacks that are attached to the facility's two units.

SoCal Business Leaders: Water Supply Challenge Is a "Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity"

Fri, 02 May 2008 20:56:00 EDT

LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - May 2, 2008) - As Southern California prepared for a severe cutback in water deliveries, a coalition of business leaders and former governors urged leaders in Sacramento to promote "aggressive and immediate action" on water supply and infrastructure issues.

Under terms of a federal court decision handed down in August, the Department of Water Resources is cutting its initial allocation for water deliveries in 2008. The initial allocation was already expected to be lower because of dry conditions in the Sacramento and San Joaquin regions, whose rivers feed water from the Sierra Mountain Range to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Bay-Delta and to State Water Project pumps.