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This Week in Energy News: 10 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the energy and natural resources industry stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • Clean energy capacity in the state now stands at nearly 7,000 megawatts (MW), enough to power 2.5 million homes.
  • Per the amended bill, the California Energy Commission will work with various state agencies, including the California Coastal Commission, the Ocean Protection Council, and other stakeholders to identify suitable locations for wave energy and tidal energy projects in both state and federal waters.
  • This portable power station boasts an energy density level up to 2.5 times that of its traditional lithium-ion predecessors, allowing for a more compact size.
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Historic Wave Energy Legislation Unanimously Passes California Legislature & Heads to Governor Newsom's Desk

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.
  • Once signed into law by Governor Newsom, SB 605 will become the first legislation in America focused on the study, assessment, and promotion of wave energy.
  • "Wave and tidal energy present an incredible opportunity for California to meet their clean energy goals," said Senator Padilla.
  • "SB 605 will help us explore the potential for wave energy to expand our portfolio of clean renewable energy sources.

Historic Wave Energy Legislation Unanimously Passes California Legislature & Heads to Governor Newsom's Desk

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company"), a leading, publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, commends the California State Senate for unanimously passing California Senate Bill 605 ("SB 605"), a legislative initiative that directs the California Energy Commission to evaluate the feasibility, costs, and benefits of using wave energy and tidal energy across California's 840-mile coastline.
  • Once signed into law by Governor Newsom, SB 605 will become the first legislation in America focused on the study, assessment, and promotion of wave energy.
  • "Wave and tidal energy present an incredible opportunity for California to meet their clean energy goals," said Senator Padilla.
  • "SB 605 will help us explore the potential for wave energy to expand our portfolio of clean renewable energy sources.

Hooray for Hollywood! Princess Cruises to Roll Out the Red Carpet on Three California Coastal "Hollywood Insider" Theme Cruises in October 2023

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Friday, September 15, 2023
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This specially-themed, five-day cruise sails along the coast from Vancouver to Los Angeles, with a stop in beautiful Victoria, Canada.

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  • This specially-themed, five-day cruise sails along the coast from Vancouver to Los Angeles, with a stop in beautiful Victoria, Canada.
  • Johnnie Spence, special effects for notable films such as Man of Steel, Spider-Man 3, Face Off and more.
  • Sail the coast of California on this specially-themed cruise featuring some of the music industry's most talented lyricists, vocalists, and more.
  • Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com .

Maker of Crystal Geyser® Alpine Spring Water® Debuts Through the Loop Campaign Highlighting the Paramount Consumer Role in the Recycling Ecosystem and Increased rPET Plastic Packaging Content

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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NOVATO, Calif., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CG Roxane LLC, the privately held, family-owned and operated maker of Crystal Geyser® Alpine Spring Water® and first U.S. beverage company to open in-house recycled PET (recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate) plants, today announced the brand's 360° integrated campaign, Through the Loop. The campaign continues to build on the Simple… but not easy ™ stories of the Water Obsessed storyline introduced in 2020, by educating consumers on the importance of their role in the recycling ecosystem.

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  • The Through the Loop campaign aims to educate consumers about the full circle of the recycling process so that they feel inspired to participate, ensuring their bottles make it into the recycling bin.
  • The 2023 campaign will be supported with an integrated media strategy, tapping into broadcast news, cable networks, connected TV, streaming audio, and shoppable mobile media.
  • Beyond this, 66% of Americans do not know what post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic means, the category under which recycled PET plastic falls.
  • For more information about CG Roxane's sustainability efforts, the Through the Loop campaign, and its Crystal Geyser® Alpine Spring Water® products visit CrystalGeyserPlease.com .

Sonnenblick-Eichner Company Arranges Sale of the Cannon's Hotel Development Site Dana Point, California

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Dec. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sonnenblick-Eichner Company announced today that it has arranged the sale of the fee simple interest in the Cannon’s Hotel Development Site in Dana Point, California.

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  • BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Dec. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sonnenblick-Eichner Company announced today that it has arranged the sale of the fee simple interest in the Cannon’s Hotel Development Site in Dana Point, California.
  • The former home of Cannon’s Restaurant, the site is fully entitled and has received California Coastal Commission approval for a 100-room boutique luxury hotel.
  • The property is located on a bluff-top overlooking the Dana Point Harbor and Marina with expansive, panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and the California Coastline.
  • Todd Bedingfield, Senior Managing Director of Sonnenblick-Eichner Company, commented: “We received tremendous interest in this offering from both institutional and entrepreneurial investors.

Cox, Castle & Nicholson Announces Mario Camara 1L Diversity Scholars Program

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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Cox Castle & Nicholson, a leading full-service law firm specializing in real estate in the United States, announced the Mario Camara 1L Diversity Scholars Program as part of its commitment to continue to promote diversity and inclusivity in the Firm and the legal profession, particularly the real estate bar.

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  • Cox Castle & Nicholson, a leading full-service law firm specializing in real estate in the United States, announced the Mario Camara 1L Diversity Scholars Program as part of its commitment to continue to promote diversity and inclusivity in the Firm and the legal profession, particularly the real estate bar.
  • 1L Scholars will participate in Cox Castles 10-week summer associate program in the Firms Los Angeles office and will receive valuable practice experience by working closely with Firm attorneys.
  • 1L Scholars will also have the opportunity to attend associate trainings, team meetings, and client and other Firm-sponsored events.
  • Cox Castle may offer 1L Scholars the opportunity to participate in the 2L summer associate program.

California Coastal Commission Approves Desalination Slant Well Permit

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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On November 17, 2022, the California Coastal Commission (Commission) supported its staff recommendation and approved a development permit for intake slant wells needed to provide ocean water and brackish groundwater to California American Waters proposed desalination plant.

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  • On November 17, 2022, the California Coastal Commission (Commission) supported its staff recommendation and approved a development permit for intake slant wells needed to provide ocean water and brackish groundwater to California American Waters proposed desalination plant.
  • The desalination plant is one of three major components that California American Water the Peninsulas water provider has supported to diversify the areas water supply and relieve the over-drafted Carmel River Aquifer.
  • Additional conditions required by the Commission include California American Water agreeing to expand and improve affordability programs for customers and ongoing outreach and reporting to the City of Marina.
  • About California American Water: California American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), provides high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to more than 725,000 people.

California Coastal Commission Staff Recommend Support of Proposed Desalination Facility on the Monterey Peninsula

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Saturday, November 5, 2022
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The California Coastal Commission staff released its report yesterday recommending that the Coastal Commission approve the California American Water Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project at a hearing on November 17, 2022.

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  • The California Coastal Commission staff released its report yesterday recommending that the Coastal Commission approve the California American Water Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project at a hearing on November 17, 2022.
  • The recommendation for approval comes with special conditions and modifications to the project that California American Water is looking forward to implementing collaboratively with the California Coastal Commission.
  • The Coastal Commission staff completed a comprehensive review and thorough report on the project, said Ian Crooks, vice president of engineering for California American Water.
  • About California American Water: California American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), provides high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to more than 725,000 people.

Central Coast Fishing Industry and Castle Wind LLC Announce Formation of New Mutual Benefits Corporation

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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The newly formed Morro Bay MBC will help ensure that the Central Coast fishing industry is meaningfully included in the development of this new industry.

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  • The newly formed Morro Bay MBC will help ensure that the Central Coast fishing industry is meaningfully included in the development of this new industry.
  • The Morro Bay MBC furthers the 2018 mutual benefits agreement signed by MBCFO, PSLCFA, and Castle Wind, which was exclusive to the three signatories.
  • Castle Wind LLC is a joint venture between Trident Winds Inc. and TotalEnergies Renewables USA, LLC (TotalEnergies).
  • The Trident Winds team brings extensive experience in permitting, floating offshore wind technology, and local energy markets to the Castle Wind joint venture.