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Emergency Management Director Thomas Walmsley: 'The sooner we can get the information out to the public so they can act, the better.'
By BD | Aug 21, 2023
Bernalillo County recently introduced a new way for the public to enroll in emergency notifications using an emergency notification system called Everbridge. People can receive alerts via landline, mobile text, or email on severe weather, fire risks, road closures, and other relevant updates, a press release from the county government said.
UNM Humanitarian Award recipient: 'On behalf of my team, I am deeply touched to receive this recognition from our community.'
By BD | Aug 18, 2023
Sanjeev Arora MD, the founder and executive director of Project ECHO, received the 2023 New Mexico Humanitarian Awards, held on August 13, a university press release said. The award celebrated Arora's dedication to philanthropy, human welfare, social reform, and values-driven investments in the state of New Mexico.
Albuquerque energy manager: 'We’re encouraged by the progress we’ve made to become an international leader in sustainability."
By BD | Aug 18, 2023
The City of Albuquerque has received an award for Institutional Energy Management from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), a city press release said. The award is given to entities that have showcased exceptional dedication to advancing energy engineering and management principles on both national and global levels.
Maxeon Solar Technologies chooses Albuquerque for 3-gigawatt solar manufacturing facility
By BD | Aug 15, 2023
Maxeon Solar Technologies has chosen Albuquerque for its first U.S. manufacturing expansion. A three-gigawatt facility will focus on producing advanced TOPCon PV-silicon cells and shingled-cell Performance Line solar modules, the company said in a press release.
Bernalillo County Commission approves resolution to preserve historic El Camino Real De Tierra Adentro
By BD | Aug 14, 2023
The Bernalillo County Commission approved a resolution to partner with the City of Albuquerque in the rejuvenation of Sunset Road and Isleta Boulevard from Central Avenue to Isleta Pueblo on Aug. 8, a county press release said.