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Analyst: Taxpayers getting raw deal over credits and loans to Tesla, SolarCity
By John Breslin | Jul 29, 2016
Taxpayers are getting a raw deal as both Tesla and SolarCity have swept up hundreds of millions in government loan guarantees and credits, according to a leading policy analyst.
Arizona Department of Transportation hearings gather comments on possible Nogales-Wickenburg interstate
By Kathy Adams | Jul 28, 2016
Six public meetings over the proposed Interstate 11 recently attracted 540 community members who shared comments and questions, this was in addition to comments from hundreds more who offered their perspectives online.
Marketing pro talks about personal branding at Phoenix chamber luncheon
By Kathy Adams | Jul 27, 2016
During a recent Phoenix Chamber of Commerce event, Rebecca Clyde, a marketing professional who founded Ideas Collide Marketing Communications, encouraged audience members to craft their own personal branding statements.
Workshop in Phoenix to explore ways to reduce costs of peak electricity demand in Arizona
By Kathy Adams | Jul 27, 2016
Two members of the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC), Commissioners Andy Tobin and Bob Stump, will participate in a workshop Aug. 4 about reducing the costs associated with electrical system peak demand.
Phoenix Sky Harbor adding retail options at Terminal 4
By Kathy Adams | Jul 26, 2016
The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce said Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport will be adding new retail options for visitors at Terminal 4, the airport’s busiest terminal, after the Phoenix City Council approved the first phase of new retail contracts for the terminal.
Gilbert chamber offering chanced to visit Italy or the Danube
By Kathy Adams | Jul 26, 2016
The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Collette Vacations and Chamber Discoveries to offer two trips: one along the Danube and another along the coastal Italian cities of Pompeii and Amalfi.
Salt River Project says its EZ-3 plan offers summer energy savings
By Kathy Adams | Jul 26, 2016
Salt River Project (SRP) said that under its EZ-3 Price Plan, customers can use precooling to help keep homes cool and comfortable while keeping energy bills under control in the summer.
APS Foundation awards $1.2 million in grants to science, technology, engineering and math programs
By Kathy Adams | Jul 21, 2016
Fourteen nonprofit organizations in Arizona and the Four Corners area will receive more than $1.2 million in STEM-supported grants from the APS Foundation, the charitable arm of Phoenix-based Arizona Public Service (APS).
Arizona Department of Transportation warns of fake vehicle titles
By Kathy Adams | Jul 21, 2016
The Arizona Department of Transportation urges consumers to be aware of title fraud when purchasing used vehicles.
Icagen acquires Sanofi research facility near Tucson
By Kathy Adams | Jul 21, 2016
Icagen Inc. said it has completed its acquisition of Sanofi's research facility in Oro Valley, near Tucson, enabling Icagen to enhance its expertise as a specialized pharmaceutical services company.
UniSource Energy Services completes renewable-energy expansion project near Willcox
By Kathy Adams | Jul 21, 2016
UniSource Energy Services (UES) recently said it has more than doubled its capacity to generate renewable energy with the expansion of a solar and wind project near Willcox..
Salt River Project ranks highest in customer satisfaction in the western US
By Kathy Adams | Jul 20, 2016
Salt River Project (SRP) ranks highest in customer satisfaction among large-scale electrical providers in the western United States for the 15th consecutive year, according to results of a J.D. Power study.
Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station is top carbon-free energy source
By Carol Ostrow | Jul 19, 2016
Arizona Public Service (APS) said the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station near Tonopah stands as the nation’s largest producer of emission-free energy by a substantial margin.
Wastewater service expansion approved for Zanjero Trails project in Litchfield Park
By Kathy Adams | Jul 19, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) recently approved an application that will facilitate the expansion of wastewater handling in the West Valley.
Northern Arizona University professor named a fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology
By Kathy Adams | Jul 19, 2016
Bruce Hungate, Regents’ professor of biological sciences at Northern Arizona University (NAU) and director of the Center for Ecosystem Science and Society, has been elected to the American Academy of Microbiology (AAM).
Arizona Corporation Commission approves energy efficiency programs
By Kathy Adams | Jul 18, 2016
The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) has approved new programs that promote energy efficiency and cost savings for Arizona Public Service Company (APS) customers.
Arizona chamber says initiative to raise minimum wage is a bad idea
By Kathy Adams | Jul 18, 2016
Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry President and CEO Glenn Hamer recently said a petition advocating a ballot initiative to raise Arizona's minimum wage to $12 is a bad idea.
Workshop to discuss master plan for Grand Canyon National Park Airport
By Kathy Adams | Jul 18, 2016
A public information workshop to discuss the master plan study process for the Grand Canyon National Park Airport, owned and operated by the Arizona Department of Transportation, will be held from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at Flagstaff City Hall, 211 W. Aspen Ave.
Expert: SolarCity sale shows fundamental problems with solar industry
By Jacob Bielanski | Jul 18, 2016
As Tesla-owner Elon Musk moved to consolidate his cousins' embattled SolarCity company last month through a merger with Tesla, one economist said that the company could be the victim of government subsidization, whether it received those subsidies or not.
Arizona Department of Transportation launches website for local public agency inspector training
By Kathy Adams | Jul 14, 2016
The Arizona Department of Transportation has launched a local public agency (LPA) Inspector Boot Camp website full of information about the different levels of training to enable LPA staff to be able to inspect their own projects when using federal funds.