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Lancium Supports Governor Abbott’s Call for Transparency and Accountability in Texas Data Center Development

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Lancium backs verified reporting on power and water use, ratepayer protection, and transparent community partnership that starts long before construction

HOUSTON, Aug. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lancium, a Texas-based developer and operator of large-scale powered land and energy infrastructure for data centers, today expressed support for Governor Greg Abbott’s directive establishing a comprehensive audit of power use, water use, and community impact for data center projects seeking interconnection to the Texas grid. We look forward to working with all stakeholders to establish a plan that achieves the Governor’s objectives while facilitating the incredible economic opportunity that is at hand for the state.

“The large load growth at hand and forecast in Texas reflects the tremendous opportunity enabled by the ERCOT market structure and the ability of business to partner with the state to achieve shared opportunity and prosperity, but this growth must be pursued responsibly,” said Michael McNamara, Chief Executive Officer of Lancium. “We support verified reporting on power and water. We support standards that keep the cost of new load off Texas households. We support an audit that will demonstrate to all stakeholders and communities that projects can be developed responsibly and result in positive benefits to municipalities and individuals across the state.”

Lancium has built its business around a specific proposition: that large computing load can be an asset to the grid rather than a burden on it. We have located our campuses in areas with excess energy, on unused land, and we have engaged local stakeholders early and transparently – learning bi-directionally the unique approach required in each location. The company’s campuses are grid-connected, but also bring behind-the-meter resources to help ensure reliability. 

“We work with communities long before development begins — before we’ve committed to a site, before there’s a plan to present,” McNamara said. “We meet with county officials, school districts, water boards, landowners, and residents to understand each of their needs and concerns. This proactive approach ultimately directs local investment toward what matters to the community as whole. If we haven’t done that work, we haven’t earned the right to build there.”

Lancium’s flagship campus is located in Abilene, TX, where we are proud to be welcomed by the community and generate significant, positive impact for the community together.

Lancium’s commitments in the communities it serves include:

Protecting ratepayers. Lancium pays all costs related to energy infrastructure upgrades to support its projects.
 Transparent reporting. Lancium supports full disclosure of power and water use and welcomes the verification and audit standards the state plans on enacting.
 Conserving water — and adding to local supply. Lancium requires closed-loop cooling systems across its campuses, and, where local water systems need strengthening, Lancium will help develop local water infrastructure, so that the net effect of a Lancium campus on local water resources is positive.
 Engaging before development. Lancium begins community engagement during site evaluation, ahead of development, so that local priorities shape the project rather than react to it.
 Investing where it matters locally. Lancium directs its local investment toward the priorities communities identify themselves — schools, workforce training, emergency services, and civic infrastructure.

The Governor’s audit directive reflects the scale of capital moving into Texas and the seriousness of the infrastructure, resource, and community questions that come with it. Lancium shares that assessment and looks forward to working with state leaders, the Public Utility Commission of Texas, ERCOT, utility partners, and local officials to support growth that keeps Texas the best place in the country to build and to live.

About Lancium
Lancium is an energy technology and infrastructure company that develops and operates large-scale campuses to meet the demands of advanced computing. Founded in Texas in 2017, the company designs its campuses to integrate with the electric grid and incorporate multiple generation sources — supporting reliability, protecting ratepayers, and delivering long-term economic benefit to the communities that host them. For more information, visit lancium.com.

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SPOC ENERGY EXPANDS ALABAMA WORKFORCE TO SUPPORT CONTINUED GROWTH

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Birmingham-Based Manufacturer Plans Significant Hiring as Demand Drives Production and Capacity Expansion

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SPOC Energy, a Birmingham-based manufacturer of advanced power conversion systems and motor-control automation, is expanding its Alabama workforce and increasing manufacturing capacity to meet growing demand across its markets.

With a manufacturing backlog extending into 2028 and beyond, SPOC Energy is investing in its people and production capabilities to support continued growth. The company currently employs approximately 275 people and is actively hiring for positions across manufacturing, engineering and other skilled technical and operational roles.

The hiring initiative comes as SPOC Energy continues to grow beyond its roots in oil and gas into markets where reliable, always-on power is increasingly critical, including utilities, data centers, marine systems and industrial power applications. That diversification is creating new opportunities across the company as SPOC expands the workforce and production capabilities needed to serve these growing markets.

“There’s a tremendous opportunity ahead for SPOC, and we’re excited about what that means for Birmingham and the people who call Alabama home,” said Robert L. Mason, CEO of SPOC Energy. “We’re creating jobs, increasing our manufacturing capacity and building the team we’ll need to support demand for years to come. Our people have always been the foundation of our success, and as we continue to grow, we’re committed to creating opportunities for them to build meaningful, long-term careers right here in Alabama.”

As SPOC continues to grow, its Lift Up culture remains central to how the company operates. Built on the belief that success comes from investing in people, Lift Up shapes how SPOC supports its employees, works with customers and builds relationships with vendors. This approach extends beyond the workplace, helping the company strengthen partnerships and create lasting value for the industries and communities it serves.

The company’s commitment to its people is also reflected in CEO Robert L. Mason’s book, Tuesday in Trussville, which explore the leadership lessons and experiences that have shaped his approach to building a successful business.

SPOC offers employees opportunities for professional development and career advancement, along with benefits that include health, dental and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; a 401(k) plan; education assistance; life insurance; and short- and long-term disability coverage.

Individuals interested in current job opportunities or learning more about working at SPOC Energy can visit SPOCenergy.com/careers.

About SPOC Energy
SPOC Energy designs and manufactures advanced power conversion systems and motor-control automation. Engineered for mission-critical performance in the world’s most technically demanding and harsh environments, including data centers, oil and gas, marine and mobile power applications, SPOC’s technologies improve efficiency and strengthen reliability. Guided by its Lift Up culture, SPOC has more than 85,000 systems installed across five continents and more than 40 countries, helping industries operate more efficiently and reliably. www.spocenergy.com 

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Partner Joins Yardi Independent Consultant Network, Expanding Access to Specialized Data Services

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TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Partner Engineering and Science, Inc. (Partner), a leading provider of real estate due diligence, facility assessment, engineering, and property data services, today announced it has joined the Yardi Independent Consultant Network (ICN), a global network of approved consultants that helps clients maximize the value of Yardi software solutions.

Through participation in the ICN, Partner will bring a unique capability to Yardi clients: professional property data collection and validation services designed to support Yardi implementations and ongoing facility management programs. Specifically, Partner offers on-site collection of data related to building systems, components, or equipment. This may include identifying the data set required to support desired outcomes. Partner dispatches trained technicians equipped with cutting-edge field technology to capture the predefined data set and deliver complete, consistent, and accurate data across all subject assets and properties. With a specialized focus on engineering, energy, compliance, and asset intelligence, Partner helps organizations identify, collect, structure, and validate information that supports Yardi’s Energy IQ, Forecast Manager, Facility Manager, and capital planning workflows.

Quality data is the foundation of effective capital planning, maintenance management, compliance tracking, reporting, and portfolio decision-making. Partner has a track record of enabling commercial real estate owners, investors, operators, healthcare systems, educational institutions, and other property stakeholders to build that foundation by collecting and organizing asset inventories, facility condition data, lifecycle information, replacement-cost data, compliance-related information, sustainability data, and other critical property datasets for import into Yardi systems.

“As organizations continue to invest in technology to manage their real estate portfolios, the quality of the underlying data has become more important than ever,” said Corinne Stewart, Director of Asset Management at Partner. “Joining the Yardi Independent Consultant Network strengthens our ability to help clients achieve successful outcomes by ensuring their Yardi environments are built on accurate, complete, and actionable property data.”

Partner’s multidisciplinary team combines expertise in building systems, engineering, facility condition assessments, asset management, energy/sustainability, and data science to deliver information that is complete, consistent, and ready for integration. This approach helps organizations improve capital planning, reduce data gaps, support risk management initiatives, optimize building performance, and make more informed portfolio decisions.

The Yardi Independent Consultant Network includes experienced consultants licensed to access and use certain Yardi software to provide implementation, training, and consulting services for Yardi solutions. By joining the network, Partner expands the resources available to Yardi users while complementing the expertise offered by other ICN members.

For more information about Partner’s services that support Yardi users, click here.

About Partner Engineering and Science, Inc.

Partner Engineering and Science, Inc. is an international consulting firm providing environmental, engineering, energy, sustainability, valuation, and asset management solutions to the commercial real estate industry. Partner helps clients manage risk, optimize assets, and make informed decisions throughout the property lifecycle.

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InventHelp Inventor Develops Emergency Strobe Light Device (SBT-2348)

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PITTSBURGH, Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — “I wanted to create a light that is easy to activate in the event of an emergency to help first responders find you,” said an inventor, from San Marcos, Calif., “so I invented the LIFE STROBE. My design would be easily visible from the street to prevent delays when locating an address.”

The invention provides an effective strobe light device that can be activated in the event of an emergency. In doing so, it allows first responders to easily identify the location of the emergency. As a result, it saves time. It also eliminates confusion when locating an address in dark or low light conditions. The invention features an innovative design that is easy to use so it is ideal for households.

The original design was submitted to the San Diego sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 25-SBT-2348, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp’s Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.

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