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Yahoo
13 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
E Source Acquires Opinion Dynamics to Bolster Utility Program Evaluation and Advisory Service Capabilities
The acquisition strengthens E Source's energy efficiency, electrification, and grid-edge solutions by adding comprehensive program evaluation capabilities. BOULDER, Colo., Aug. 19, 2025 /CNW/ -- E Source, a customer, grid, and technology solutions company focused on the utility sector, has acquired Opinion Dynamics, a leading program evaluation and advisory firm focused on the intersection of the customer and the grid. This strategic acquisition deepens E Source's ability to deliver full-spectrum utility customer solutions—from planning and customer research to program evaluation and advisory services—solidifying its position as the industry's most comprehensive partner. With over 35 years of experience, E Source helps utilities navigate complex challenges through data-driven insights and strategic guidance. The addition of Opinion Dynamics significantly enhances E Source's capabilities in evaluating grid-edge programs, including energy efficiency, transportation and building electrification, decarbonization, and load flexibility. Opinion Dynamics brings a multidisciplinary team of social scientists, economists, engineers, consultants, and data scientists, all recognized for providing innovative methods, portfolio management excellence, and defensible insights to utilities and regulators across North America. Their expertise enhances E Source's services, creating a comprehensive platform for evidence-based, customer-focused, and climate-centric solutions that address today's grid challenges, and those ahead. "This acquisition marks a pivotal step in our growth strategy and in the evolution of our utility partnerships," said Joe Eazor, CEO of E Source. "By combining our strategic and advisory strengths with Opinion Dynamics' stellar evaluation expertise, we can guide utilities through every phase of the program lifecycle—with insight, accountability, and measurable impact." "For 37 years, Opinion Dynamics has grown as an independent company. This next step allows us to accelerate growth, invest in staff development, and expand our client-centered services—delivering evaluation, research, and advisory solutions at the intersection of the customer and the grid. Our dedicated team will continue to provide our industry-leading level of service, now backed by an even deeper bench of experts ready to address all of the emerging issues our clients face," says Bill Norton, President of Opinion Dynamics. Backed by Align Capital Partners, this acquisition is part of E Source's bold growth strategy to accelerate innovation and transformation across the utility sector by bringing in top talent and expanding its capabilities through targeted acquisitions like Opinion Dynamics. Advisors: E Source was advised by McGuireWoods LLP. Opinion Dynamics was advised by FOCUS Investment Banking and Saul Ewing LLP. About E Source E Source combines industry-leading customer, grid, and technology solutions to help utilities make and implement better data-driven decisions that positively impact their customers, their bottom line, and our planet. Headquartered in Boulder, CO, E Source has teams across the US and Canada. Learn more at About Opinion DynamicsOpinion Dynamics is a leader in providing clients with accurate and actionable information regarding energy and how people consume it. The company offers extensive expertise in demand-side utility services focused on the areas of energy efficiency, transportation electrification, decarbonization, and flexible load strategies. It is headquartered in Massachusetts with offices in California and Oregon, as well as satellite offices located throughout the country. For more information, please visit Media contactAdarsh Nalam, Director, Solutions Marketing and Communicationsadarsh_nalam@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE E Source Companies LLC View original content to download multimedia:
Globe and Mail
13 hours ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
E Source Acquires Opinion Dynamics to Bolster Utility Program Evaluation and Advisory Service Capabilities
The acquisition strengthens E Source's energy efficiency, electrification, and grid-edge solutions by adding comprehensive program evaluation capabilities. BOULDER, Colo. , Aug. 19, 2025 /CNW/ -- E Source, a customer, grid, and technology solutions company focused on the utility sector, has acquired Opinion Dynamics, a leading program evaluation and advisory firm focused on the intersection of the customer and the grid. This strategic acquisition deepens E Source's ability to deliver full-spectrum utility customer solutions—from planning and customer research to program evaluation and advisory services—solidifying its position as the industry's most comprehensive partner. With over 35 years of experience, E Source helps utilities navigate complex challenges through data-driven insights and strategic guidance. The addition of Opinion Dynamics significantly enhances E Source's capabilities in evaluating grid-edge programs, including energy efficiency, transportation and building electrification, decarbonization, and load flexibility. Opinion Dynamics brings a multidisciplinary team of social scientists, economists, engineers, consultants, and data scientists, all recognized for providing innovative methods, portfolio management excellence, and defensible insights to utilities and regulators across North America . Their expertise enhances E Source's services, creating a comprehensive platform for evidence-based, customer-focused, and climate-centric solutions that address today's grid challenges, and those ahead. "This acquisition marks a pivotal step in our growth strategy and in the evolution of our utility partnerships," said Joe Eazor , CEO of E Source. "By combining our strategic and advisory strengths with Opinion Dynamics' stellar evaluation expertise, we can guide utilities through every phase of the program lifecycle—with insight, accountability, and measurable impact." "For 37 years, Opinion Dynamics has grown as an independent company. This next step allows us to accelerate growth, invest in staff development, and expand our client-centered services—delivering evaluation, research, and advisory solutions at the intersection of the customer and the grid. Our dedicated team will continue to provide our industry-leading level of service, now backed by an even deeper bench of experts ready to address all of the emerging issues our clients face," says Bill Norton , President of Opinion Dynamics. Backed by Align Capital Partners, this acquisition is part of E Source's bold growth strategy to accelerate innovation and transformation across the utility sector by bringing in top talent and expanding its capabilities through targeted acquisitions like Opinion Dynamics. Advisors: E Source was advised by McGuireWoods LLP. Opinion Dynamics was advised by FOCUS Investment Banking and Saul Ewing LLP. About E Source E Source combines industry-leading customer, grid, and technology solutions to help utilities make and implement better data-driven decisions that positively impact their customers, their bottom line, and our planet. Headquartered in Boulder, CO , E Source has teams across the US and Canada . Learn more at About Opinion Dynamics Opinion Dynamics is a leader in providing clients with accurate and actionable information regarding energy and how people consume it. The company offers extensive expertise in demand-side utility services focused on the areas of energy efficiency, transportation electrification, decarbonization, and flexible load strategies. It is headquartered in Massachusetts with offices in California and Oregon , as well as satellite offices located throughout the country. For more information, please visit
Associated Press
27-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Power Grid Components Announces Newell's Partnership with GAMMA Insulators for Composite Distribution Insulators
BESSEMER, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 27, 2025-- Power Grid Components ('PGC'), a Blackstone portfolio company, is pleased to announce an exclusive agreement between its subsidiary, Newell, and GAMMA Insulators ('GAMMA'). As part of this agreement, Newell will expand its product line to include GAMMA's composite distribution insulators for the North American market. This strategic addition reflects PGC's commitment to strengthening its commercial capabilities and supporting the evolving needs of customers in the North American utility sector. 'At PGC, we seek manufacturers who share our values and our commitment to delivering reliable products for the growing electrical grid,' said Rick Stanley, President of Newell. 'GAMMA's expertise in producing high-quality insulators will be instrumental in enhancing our capabilities to service customers in the North American market. By leveraging GAMMA Insulators' manufacturing capabilities in Colombia, this strategic agreement significantly strengthens Newell's nearshoring efforts. This move ensures more reliable service through reduced lead times, improved logistics, and greater control over our supply chain, ultimately benefiting Newell's North American customers. Furthermore, GAMMA's unique offering of porcelain F-neck and aluminum F-neck line posts differentiates Newell's offerings from the current market.' GAMMA brings over 60 years of experience in insulator manufacturing with a proven track record as a leading producer in the Central and South American markets. 'GAMMA has been a leading producer of insulators for over 60 years,' said Claudia Arango Botero, General Manager, Energy Business, at GAMMA. 'In this new chapter, we look forward to continuing to provide leading engineered products and adding capacity and service capability to the PGC commercial teams.' PGC remains focused on expanding its product lines within the electrical grid segment. These products are used in mission-critical applications with a strong focus on electrical substations and overhead distribution lines. About Power Grid Components: Power Grid Components, Inc. was formed by electrical utility veteran Rick McClure in 2017 to acquire and grow companies that supply products used in the North American electric power grid and adjacent industries. Since its founding, PGC has acquired eight businesses. Today, PGC is a supplier of high-voltage disconnect switchgear, high-quality porcelain and glass insulators, instrument transformers, outside plant hardware, controlled switching devices, power distribution products, and fixed-load transformers. Power Grid Components About Newell: A decades-long preferred manufacturer and supplier of solid core station posts, Newell has expanded its product line to include overhead line products. The company now has one of the broadest porcelain offerings in the United States, with products that include station posts, line posts, transmission suspension and distribution insulators, and apparatus porcelain. All Newell products meet or exceed ANSI, IEC, and IEEE standards, ensuring the highest levels of quality and reliability. Newell About Gamma: GAMMA Insulators, a subsidiary of Corona, is a leading manufacturer of electrical and utility line products based in Colombia. GAMMA specializes in isolation equipment and solutions for electric utilities, equipment manufacturers, and distributors. With over 60 years of experience, GAMMA Insulators operates state-of-the-art, ISO-certified manufacturing facilities to produce high-quality solutions for the global utility market. Gamma View source version on CONTACT: For press inquiries, please contact: Elisabeth Law [email protected] KEYWORD: LATIN AMERICA NORTH AMERICA UNITED STATES SOUTH AMERICA COLOMBIA ALABAMA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY UTILITIES MANUFACTURING ENERGY HARDWARE SOURCE: Power Grid Components Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 06/27/2025 02:49 PM/DISC: 06/27/2025 02:49 PM
Zawya
10-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Oman: NEDC strengthens future-readiness amid grid expansion challenges
MUSCAT: Nama Electricity Distribution Company (NEDC) has pledged to vigorously address any vulnerabilities - legal, digital, and operational—that could impact the company's future resilience and its alignment with Vision 2040 energy goals. Potential challenges, cited in its 2024 Annual Report, include smart meter data inconsistencies, delayed SCADA integration in rural zones, and ongoing legal disputes tied to land access for substation projects—factors that could delay Oman's grid modernisation efforts and expose the company to compliance risks. 'Readings from smart meters were occasionally inconsistent due to discrepancies during the integration of legacy platforms post-merger,' the report notes. While NEDC has deployed over 1 million smart meters—achieving 75% national coverage—the integration of disparate systems inherited from the 2023 utility consolidation has created data quality gaps. This raises concerns over billing accuracy, energy auditing, and real-time load management, particularly as the utility sector becomes increasingly digitised. In parallel, the report reveals delays in achieving full operational control across NEDC's diverse service regions. 'Progress in integrating remote monitoring with regional control centres is ongoing, with delays in full real-time observability in rural zones,' the report says. This limited grid visibility in certain governorates means parts of the network remain vulnerable to manual fault detection, delaying outage responses and reducing the effectiveness of smart infrastructure investments. The report also discloses that 'legal proceedings related to disputes over right-of-way and land access have been initiated in two governorates'. These disputes have the potential to impact grid expansion timelines, especially for primary substations serving planned residential and industrial areas. Despite these risks, NEDC maintained its core performance indicators, including RO 307 million in revenue and a 3.6% increase in customer accounts. The company has also invested RO 154 million in capital expansion, while achieving an Omanisation rate of 98.6%. Yet the road ahead will require more than technical upgrades. Stronger regulatory alignment, proactive community engagement on land access, and cyber-governance reforms will be crucial to ensure NEDC not only grows—but does so sustainably.
Globe and Mail
09-06-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Florida Entrepreneur Cole Peacock Featured in In-Depth Business
The feature explores Peacock's rise from technical support to utility executive, offering insights for entrepreneurs in Florida, London, and beyond. Cole Peacock, Chief Operating Officer of CDI Utilities and CEO of Watson Capital Group, is the focus of a newly published business feature spotlight that examines his unique path through entrepreneurship, infrastructure innovation, and leadership in Florida's utility sector. The article draws lessons from Peacock's Florida-based experiences and applies them to urban innovation and entrepreneurship in cities like London, UK. Written in a straightforward, practical style, the feature details Peacock's background, career milestones, failures, and philosophies. 'Entrepreneurship isn't about flash—it's about solving real problems,' said Peacock. 'Whether you're building a startup in Miami or running a logistics company in London, the approach is the same: start small, stay accountable, and keep learning.' The feature traces Peacock's journey from his early days in technical support at Tandy Corporation to founding a web hosting company, and ultimately leading CDI Utilities, where he integrates smart grid technology and predictive systems into traditional infrastructure. He also shares lessons from shutting down his first startup and the value of personal goal tracking and resilience. 'This spotlight means a lot to me,' Peacock said. 'I hope my story shows others that you don't need a perfect resume to build something real—you just need to care about fixing things that matter.' Key Highlights from the Article: To read the full feature article on Cole Peacock visit the website here. About Cole Peacock: Cole Peacock is the COO of CDI Utilities and CEO of Watson Capital Group, based in Florida. He is a licensed FAA pilot, a certified network professional, and an inventor with multiple patents focused on smart infrastructure. He is also an active volunteer with the Rotary I Wish Foundation and the Humane Society of Florida. Media Contact Contact Person: Cole Peacock Email: Send Email City: Fort Lauderdale State: Florida Country: United States Website:
