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Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BKV Energy Wins "Best Electricity Provider" in 2025 Houston Chronicle "Best of the Best Awards"
HOUSTON, July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BKV Energy is proud to announce that it has been named Best Electricity Provider in the Houston Chronicle's 2025 "Best of the Best Awards," a recognition voted on by thousands of readers across the Houston area. "This award means the world to us because it comes directly from the people we serve," said Javier Hinojosa, Vice President of BKV Energy. "We're honored, humbled, and incredibly thankful to our customers, families, friends, business partners, and the entire Houston community for putting your trust in us." As a relatively new name in the Texas energy market, BKV Energy has focused on doing things differently, starting with transparency. Unlike many name-brand electricity companies, BKV Energy doesn't offer gimmicky promotions, hidden fees, or confusing plan structures. Instead, customers are flocking to straightforward, fixed-rate plans like the Bluebonnet plan, which comes with benefits and smart timing that truly reward loyalty. With the Bluebonnet plan, customers benefit from access to BKV Energy Plus, a set of built-in perks including: Reduce Your Rate: A one-of-a-kind feature that allows customers to switch to a lower rate mid-contract, without fees, when electricity prices drop. ElectroShare: A customer loyalty payout every year in November, just for sticking with BKV Energy. "This win isn't just a milestone for our team - it's a signal that Texans are tired of the old ways and ready for an electricity provider that puts people first," said Hinojosa. "More and more customers are telling us the same thing: they want simple, honest electricity and they want to save money over time. That's exactly what we're here to provide." BKV Energy's rapid growth and strong customer satisfaction are proof that the market is shifting. What started as a bold idea to disrupt the energy status quo is now a movement, and Houston has helped lead the way. As the company looks ahead, BKV Energy remains focused on expanding its offerings, improving the customer experience, and helping even more Texans save on electricity - without the gimmicks. To learn more about BKV Energy and its commitment to customers, contact Lauren Santerre at bkve@ or (713) 913-1780. About BKV Energy BKV Energy is a Texas-based electricity provider serving residential customers across the state. BKV Energy offers affordable, transparent, fixed-rate energy plans without the misleading promotions or hidden fees. The company's flagship Bluebonnet plan includes BKV Energy Plus, a suite of benefits that reward smart energy decisions and customer loyalty. For more information, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BKV Energy Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BASF Signs 10-Year Deal With Equinor, Secures Natural Gas Supply
BASF SE BASFY entered into a long-term agreement with Equinor to secure a substantial share of its natural gas needs in Europe through the annual delivery of up to 23 terawatt hours (TWh), around 2bcm, of natural gas over a 10-year period from Equinor. As natural gas is a crucial feedstock for basic chemical production, the agreement strengthens its availability with deliveries under the deal expected to start from Oct. 1, 2025. BASF requires natural gas, both as an energy source and a raw material. The deal supports BASF's energy and raw material portfolio diversification and efforts to reduce its carbon footprint. Equinor's gas supply from Norway is claimed to have the lowest emissions from production and transportation. The strategic agreement entails the supply of gas on market terms. The partnership builds on the long history of collaboration in supplying gas and liquids to BASF, which develops varied solutions in manufacturing components for car interiors, sportswear, personal care items and agricultural solutions. The terms of the deal are competitive and support BASF's sustainability targets. For Equinor, the deal not only solidifies its role as a key energy provider to BASF, one of Europe's industry giants, but also highlights the strategic edge provided by the low-carbon energy infrastructure. BASFY stock has gained 4.2% over the past year against the industry's 15.3% decline. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research BASFY's Zacks Rank & Key Picks BASFY currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). Some better-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are Royal Gold, Inc. RGLD, Coeur Mining, Inc. CDE and Carpenter Technology Corporation CRS. While RGLD and CDE currently sport a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) each, CRS carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RGLD's current-year earnings is pegged at $7.47 per share, indicating a 42% year-over-year earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average surprise of 9%. RGLD's shares have gained 13.6% in the past year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CDE's current-year earnings is pegged at 69 cents per share, implying a 283.3% year-over-year increase. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters while missing once, with an average surprise of 136.2%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CRS' fiscal 2025 earnings is pegged at $7.28 per share, indicating a rise of 53.6% from year-ago levels. The company's earnings beat the consensus estimate in each of the trailing four quarters. Its shares have gained 141.4% in the past year. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report BASF SE (BASFY) : Free Stock Analysis Report Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS) : Free Stock Analysis Report Coeur Mining, Inc. (CDE) : Free Stock Analysis Report Royal Gold, Inc. (RGLD) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Forbes
18-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
The Two-Way Street Of Respectful Business Relationships
Jeff Maggs is Managing Partner/Atlanta at Brunner, an independent integrated marketing agency. Respect is a two-way street. In business, mutual respect isn't about always agreeing or playing nice. It's about honesty, openness to challenge and multi-dimensional growth. Real respect invites disagreement, sparks meaningful conversations and drives better outcomes. It's not always pretty, but it's almost always productive. Having worked at ad agencies throughout my career, I've seen all kinds of client relationships. Some of them are good, and some are not the best. The ones I've seen succeed are those where clients don't expect us to say 'yes' to every whim. They want experts who push back, offer insight and bring real value to the table. When mutual respect and trust are in place, teams move faster, feedback loops are tighter and results improve. It's not just about being nice; it's about being effective. Real-World Example: Becoming A Trusted Partner A great example of building a trusted relationship came while my agency was working with a U.S.-based global energy provider that had long held a dominant market position. However, they were facing an aggressive challenge from a French competitor. Initially, the client was prepared to respond by investing big ad dollars to push back hard on this challenger brand. Instead of jumping straight into execution, we recommended they take a step back. We listened carefully, conducted in-depth research and engaged with both internal and external stakeholders. Through this process, our agency uncovered that the real issue wasn't one that advertising could solve. The challenge was rooted in deeper, systemic problems related to customer relationship management. We ultimately recommended a strategic overhaul of their approach to reaching a younger generation of customers, with whom they had little to no equity. That decision marked a turning point. From then on, we weren't just seen as an ad agency—we became a trusted strategic partner sitting at the head table and helping drive meaningful business outcomes. Four Tips For Building A Strong Relationship Over the years, I've focused on four ways to build strong, lasting relationships with clients, colleagues and consumers. Strong relationships begin with listening and understanding. Take the time to hear their perspective—their challenges, goals and needs. By first learning from and empathizing with others, you can ensure transactional interactions begin to transform into personalized connections. I've found that empathy is the foundation of effective communication. As you listen and learn, disagreements are inevitable and healthy. Respectful relationships aren't built on constant agreement (or even submission) but on the ability to challenge ideas constructively, moving them forward faster and building on them. The back-and-forth can lead to positive outcomes. As people's perspectives respectfully differ, we can leverage disagreement to innovate, improve or grow. When both sides feel heard and valued, even hard conversations among strong-willed people can lead to better thinking, stronger and more sustainable ideas, and deeper trust. Disagreement opens the door to debates where views are challenged and real growth happens. It is crucial to ensure that clients or other stakeholders hear what they need to hear, not just what they want to hear. Clients need more than affirmation; they need unfiltered, informed perspectives. Insulating yourself among a protective shield of like-minded 'yes' people may make your life easier, but it can be incredibly limiting and short-sighted. Constructive debate grounded in expertise and a willingness to welcome challenging views can lead to smarter decisions. Trust isn't given; it's earned through honesty, transparency and consistency. This involves you being fully transparent and authentic in your business dealings. When things go wrong (and they will), own it. Share what happened, why it happened and how all teams will move forward constructively. I've found that if mutual respect and a culture of candor with dignity are established from the outset, accountability, continual learning, and trust will be more likely to flourish. At the end of the day, while all this might seem like common sense and easy to implement, the reality is that in the heat of battle or during the most stressful situations, some of these basic tenets of good human interaction often get left behind. Then people wonder why the outcomes aren't what they hoped. Please keep these tips in mind as you navigate your daily interactions, especially when the pressure is on, because that's when they matter most. Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders. Do I qualify?
BreakingNews.ie
19-06-2025
- Climate
- BreakingNews.ie
Energia reveals common mistakes that make your home hotter during a heatwave
With temperatures set to hit 27 degrees this Friday, the hottest day of the year so far, households across the country are looking for ways to stay cool. According to Energia, some everyday habits may be making your home even hotter without you realising it. Advertisement From how you use your windows to the devices you leave on, small changes can make a big difference in keeping your living space comfortable during a heatwave. Here are five common mistakes people make and what you can do to avoid them. Keeping your windows open during the day Although it is tempting to open your windows and let in the fresh air, especially during warm weather, Energia is advising against it. During a heatwave, the fresh air is hotter than what is inside your home, so letting it in during the warmest hours, usually between 12pm and 4pm, can actually trap heat and make your room even more uncomfortable. Advertisement Warm outdoor air combined with trapped indoor heat quickly turns your home into an oven, the energy provider explained. Energia advises keeping windows closed during the day and open them at night when it is cooler outside. Leaving curtains or blinds open Although it is tempting to allow some natural light in during a heatwave, it may come at a cost. Sunlight pouring in through your windows can make your home much hotter, especially if your windows face south or west where the sun is strongest in the afternoon. Advertisement This creates a greenhouse effect where heat builds up inside and stays trapped. Three to four hours of direct sunlight can raise a room's temperature by up to 7°C, Energia warned. Close curtains or blinds in rooms that get direct sunlight, between 11am and 5pm, to help block out heat and keep your home cooler. Using appliances that give off heat Appliances like ovens, tumble dryers, and hairdryers can create a lot of heat when they are running, Energia explained. Advertisement Using them during the hottest part of the day makes your home hotter and harder to cool. This extra warmth builds up quickly, especially in smaller rooms with poor airflow. Try to avoid using these appliances between 12pm and 4pm. Use the microwave or prepare cold meals and hang laundry outside. Keeping electronics plugged in Even when turned off, plugged-in devices like TVs, gaming consoles, and phone chargers still use power and produce small amounts of heat. Each device gives off a small amount of heat, but when many are plugged in, it can make a room warmer, especially if the room is small and not well-ventilated. Advertisement Instead, Energia advises using a power strip to easily switch off multiple devices at once and stop heat from building up. Leaving lights on Lights, especially old-style incandescent bulbs, generate a lot of heat when they are on. Keeping lights on when you do not need them adds extra heat to your home, and during long summer days, there is usually enough daylight, so you do not need to use lights inside. However, many people forget to turn them off out of habit. This is an easy mistake that can make your home hotter, Energia explained. Turn off lights in rooms you are not using and replace old bulbs with energy-saving LED bulbs, which stay cooler and use less electricity.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sark Electricity sale could see it community-owned
Sark's electricity company is set to be bought by energy provider Island Power and moved into community ownership. Current owner Alan Witney-Price said he had asked for offers of at least £2.4m for Sark Electricity and had received offers from four parties including Chief Pleas. In March, Chief Pleas said it intended to pursue compulsory purchase if necessary to bring the business under government ownership. However, Mr Witney-Price said Island Power would see ownership move to the island's residents with a management team to help deliver the change - the change from private to community ownership needs to be approved by Chief Pleas. More news stories for Guernsey Listen to the latest news for Guernsey Mr Witney-Price said the deal was in line with the agreement previously reached with Island Power in November, which had lapsed in April after Chief Pleas said it intended to carry out a compulsory purchase. He said: "After nearly two decades of conflict under multiple owners the time has come for an approach that expressly benefits the population." Mr Witney-Price continued: "Sadly, the conflict and acrimony from some in Chief Pleas has simply been impossible to resolve. "Even this week, Chief Pleas once again refused permission for a wayleave across the Coupe. "By refusing this vital permission to allow key new infrastructure, Chief Pleas denies Sark the opportunity to grow and to thrive. "Chief Pleas have made it abundantly clear that my investment is not welcome here and I simply must accept that fact." He added: "Ultimately, while I am genuinely disappointed to be exiting in this forced manner, I thoroughly love Sark and this, I believe, is genuinely in the island's best interest." The business transfer is due to take place on 3 July. Chief Pleas said it would respond to the announcement and Mr Witney-Price's comments during the week. Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to Chief Pleas requests cash for Sark Electricity bid Electricity prices in Sark set to increase by 2p Power price rises 'would force business closures' Regulator warns Sark electricity price could treble Sark government to buy island electricity company Why are the lights going out on Sark? Island Power Sark Chief Pleas Sark Electricity
