On Thursday, January 28th, businesses from across New York will come together to discuss the future of Green Hydrogen and its potential as a clean energy solution.
New York State continues to lead the nation as the center of the transition to a zero-emissions energy system. While electrification, executed in tandem with a significant expansion of renewable energy resources, has the potential to drastically reduce greenhouse-gas emissions, certain sectors of the economy may not be able to fully electrify. These more challenging sectors include manufacturing, heavy transportation, and long duration energy storage.
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New Fuel for New York Summit
By 5 on January 15, 2021
Topics: Sustainability Press Renewables
Sean Ewart Appointed to the Board of Directors for EIC
By 5 on December 16, 2020
Allenhurst, NY - December 16, 2020
Sean Ewart, Director of Regulatory Affairs at Luthin/5, was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Energy Improvement Corporation (EIC). EIC is a New York State non-profit, local development corporation that operates a Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program for municipalities across the state.
Topics: People Press
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New York City Energy Industry Veteran, Chris Dillemuth, Joins 5
By 5 on November 2, 2020
Allenhurst, NJ - November 2, 2020
As part of the company’s strategic growth initiatives in the metro New York area, 5 announces the addition of energy industry veteran, Chris Dillemuth. Chris has been helping clients for the past 30 years and brings tremendous knowledge and experience to continue the growth of 5 and its regional brand, Luthin Associates.
Topics: People Press
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5 Repeats on the Dallas 100
By 5 on October 27, 2020
Irving, TX - October 27, 2020
For the second consecutive year, 5 has been named to the coveted list of Dallas 100™ companies. The Dallas 100™ competition annually gauges the ascension of privately held companies in Dallas and surrounding cities.
Topics: Press
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Former Hudson Energy President Joins 5’s Executive Team
By 5 on August 24, 2020
Irving, TX - August 24, 2020
Accomplished industry executive and veteran sales leader Jeff Shoaf has joined the North American energy advisory firm 5. As a Vice President at 5, Shoaf will leverage his vast leadership experience with the industry’s top suppliers and brokers, including his most recent role as President of Hudson Energy.
Topics: People Press
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Catherine Luthin to Serve on NYPSC Strategic Advisory Group
By 5 on August 14, 2020
Allenhurst, NJ - August 14, 2020
Catherine Luthin, President of Luthin Associates, has been selected to serve on a Strategic Advisory Group (SAG) as part of the New York State Public Service Commission’s (NYPSC) Energy Efficiency & Building Electrification Performance Management and Improvement Process Plan (PM&IP Plan). The SAG members include a broad cross-section of knowledgeable representatives from critical customer and market groups and leading solution providers. Peggie Neville, Deputy Directory of Efficiency & Innovation at the NYPSC, will service as Chair of the SAG.
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For the 5th Consecutive Year, 5 Appears on the INC. 5000
By 5 on August 12, 2020
Irving, TX - August 12, 2020
Inc. magazine today revealed that 5 is No. 1787 on its annual Inc. 5000 list. This is the fifth consecutive year that 5 has appeared on this prestigious list ranking the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses.
Topics: Culture Press
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Catherine Luthin to Serve on NYC's LL97 Energy Grid Working Group
By 5 on July 2, 2020
Allenhurst, NJ - July 2, 2020
Catherine Luthin, President of Luthin Associates, has been appointed to serve on a working group that will advise the City of New York on the implementation of Local Law 97 of 2019 (LL97). LL97 is the centerpiece of the city’s Climate Mobilization Act which seeks to limit carbon emissions from existing buildings. This legislation impacts over 57,000 buildings across the city with the goal of reducing building-based carbon emissions by 40% by 2030 using 2005 and the baseline year. As part of Mayor de Blasio’s Green New Deal, the passage of LL97 is an unprecedented commitment to increase the sustainability of buildings in New York City.
Topics: People Press
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Rakesh Parasuraman to Serve on NYC’s LL97 Commercial Building Working Group
By 5 on July 2, 2020
Allenhurst, NJ - July 2, 2020
Rakesh Parasuraman, Vice President of Luthin Associates, has been appointed to serve on a working group that will advise the City of New York on the implementation of Local Law 97 of 2019 (LL97). LL97 is the centerpiece of the city’s Climate Mobilization Act which seeks to limit carbon emissions from existing buildings. This legislation impacts over 57,000 buildings across the city with the goal of reducing building-based carbon emissions by 40% by 2030 using 2005 as the baseline year. As part of Mayor de Blasio’s Green New Deal, the passage of LL97 is an unprecedented commitment to increase the sustainability of buildings in New York City.
Topics: People Press
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5 Named Among the Top 10 Best Companies to Work for in Texas for the Fifth Consecutive Year
By 5 on June 19, 2020
Irving, TX - June 19, 2020
For the fifth consecutive year, energy advisory firm 5 was named as one of the top 10 Best Companies to Work for in Texas, having placed third on this year’s list. The award was created in 2006 and is a project of Texas Monthly, the Texas Association of Business (TAB), Texas SHRM and Best Companies Group. The list of the 100 Best Companies to Work for in Texas and how they rank was revealed at the Texas Association of Business (TAB) Best Companies to Work for in Texas Virtual Gala on June 18, 2020.