February 8, 2010
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BizTimes.com
If the federal government implements strong energy policies that encourage alternative energy and use of cutting edge high-capacity batteries, the Midwest’s manufacturing hub stands to gain significantly, according to a report by the nonprofit Climate Group and the University of Michigan.
Several of the Midwestern manufacturers that could benefit from such federal programs are located in the Milwaukee area. They include Johnson Controls-Saft, a joint venture between Milwaukee’s Johnson Controls Inc. and the French battery producer Saft, which makes lithium-ion batteries for hybrid cars.
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By Craig Hannah, PE and LEED® Green Associate, Johnson Controls
It’s tough to be in local government today. Those in public utilities have the responsibility of providing clean, safe drinking water—and possibly reliable natural gas and electrical service, too—at very affordable rates. The citizens demand that their utility bills be accurate and on time, and there had better be a friendly, knowledgeable, and compassionate person to talk to at the billing office! » Read more: Less waste and better services without raising taxes or fees
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Johnson Controls has been ranked among America’s top companies for Best Investor Relations by Institutional Investor magazine.
Steve Roell, Johnson Controls’ chairman, president and chief executive officer, and Bruce McDonald, chief financial officer, were recognized as leaders in the Autos and Auto Parts category by Institutional Investor in its annual ranking. Johnson Controls was also ranked first in the Consumer, Autos and Auto Parts category for Best Investor Relations. Glen Ponczak, executive director of Investor Relations, was named the Best Investor Relations Professional by both buy-side and sell-side analysts. » Read more: Institutional Investor ranks Johnson Controls among top U.S. companies in annual survey
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At the 2010 Chicago Auto Show, beginning this week, Ford will display an all-electric version of its Transit Connect vehicle. It will use Lithium-ion batteries from Johnson Controls to achieve a range of about 80 miles per charge.
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February 3, 2010
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Johnson Controls, Inc. announced today it has been selected by Walmart to be the sole source provider of its Automotive, Marine, Powersport and Lawn and Garden battery requirements for its stores in the United States and Puerto Rico.
“Johnson Controls’ superior quality, consistent service, partnership in reducing consumer returns, and category leadership were key factors for selecting Johnson Controls as our sole source provider,” said a Walmart representative. » Read more: Walmart selects Johnson Controls as sole source provider for automotive batteries
February 2, 2010
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Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
State and local officials expect word next month on a proposal to greatly expand the retrofitting of buildings in an effort to save energy and create jobs.
The proposal seeks $65 million from the federal stimulus package to develop new financing models for a major expansion of energy efficiency efforts in Milwaukee, Madison and Racine, said Judy Ziewacz, head of the state Office of Energy Independence.
Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corp., the Madison-based non-profit group that runs the state Focus on Energy program, and Johnson Controls’ Milwaukee-based building efficiency business are partners on the $65 million grant application.
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February 1, 2010
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DiversityBusiness.com
DiversityBusiness.com today announced Johnson Controls, Inc. as part of the “Top 50 Organizations for Multicultural Business Opportunities. Over 600,000 diversity business owners had the opportunity to participate in an online election to determine the “Top” organizations.
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January 28, 2010
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The Business Journal of Milwaukee
Johnson Controls Inc. has opened two new performance-test laboratories for commercial air-conditioning equipment at its Grantley Technology Center in York, Pa.
The labs will verify the operating performance of air-handling units and air-cooled chillers, as well as augment research, development and test capabilities at the Grantley Technology Center, which also houses advanced labs for underfloor-air distribution systems and water-cooled chillers.
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Johnson Controls today announced its inclusion in two new Maplecroft Climate Innovation Indexes (Maplecroft CIIs) that identify top performers in climate-related innovation and carbon management. The Maplecroft CIIs launched in January 2010 on the BLOOMBERG PROFESSIONAL® service.
“The Maplecroft Climate Innovation Indexes will empower investors to identify and direct capital toward companies that are both developing climate-solutions and delivering sustained economic growth,” said Professor Alyson Warhurst, chief executive officer of Maplecroft. “We particularly rated highly innovations like the Johnson Controls new hybrid car batteries.” » Read more: Johnson Controls named to new Maplecroft Climate Innovation Indexes on Bloomberg
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Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Shareholders of Johnson Controls Inc. on Wednesday approved an investor proposal recommending that the company’s directors be elected by a majority of shareholders.
The corporate governance proposal was offered by Laborers National Pension Fund, which has pressed the issue with many companies across the country. Currently, directors can be elected if they get less than a majority of shareholders’ consent.
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