The U.S. Department of Energy has officially renamed the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to the National Laboratory of the Rockies, effective immediately. This change will be incorporated into all public communications and official correspondence. Assistant Secretary of Energy (EERE) Audrey Robertson commented on the transition, stating, “The energy crisis we face today is unlike…more
Cassandra Loman has signed a franchise agreement with TidyTask to operate in Evergreen, Colorado. Loman previously worked as a cleaner for the tech-driven residential and commercial cleaning company and was inspired by its vision. Along with her husband, Jason Loman, she joins the TidyTask franchise family with TidyTask Evergreen, providing cleaning services to the local…more
On Wednesday, November 5, the Golden Chamber of Commerce hosted its 3rd annual business summit, attracting 100 participants from the local business community. This year’s attendance exceeded last year’s 80 attendees and the inaugural year’s 40 attendees in 2023. The summit featured sessions on artificial intelligence, marketing, and finance strategy development. Notable speakers included U.S.…more
KRTL Holding Group Inc. announced today that its majority-owned subsidiary, KRTL Biotech, is showcasing its expanded range of anti-infective and antibiotic products. This initiative aims to improve access to essential medicines in underserved healthcare markets. The current product line features essential formulations, including broad-spectrum antibiotics and antiparasitics. KRTL Biotech plans to leverage SIGMA Corp.’s GMP-certified…more
Symmetry Collective, a wellness space provider established in Wheat Ridge in 2024 by Kina Ueda and Celeste O’Brien, has closed its operations. A note on their website states, “We are deeply grateful for your support over the years. After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to discontinue our services and shut down our…more
Engineering Economics Inc., a Lakewood-based facility systems consulting firm, is undergoing a major leadership transition as it positions itself for continued growth. Jeff Nichols has stepped down from his role as CEO/president and will take on the position of vice president of business development and strategic growth. Blake Hickok, previously the chief financial officer, has…more
Colorado Estate Planning Law Center is broadening its footprint across the state with the expansion of its legal services to five additional Colorado communities: Burlington, La Junta, Ouray, Sterling and Wray. This move marks a significant step in the firm’s mission to provide tailored estate and business planning support to more residents throughout Colorado. With…more
The Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator (IN2) has selected three startups for its latest cohort focused on enhancing resiliency in building operations. Each company received $250,000 in funding as part of a $55 million energy technology program coadministered with the U.S. Department of Energy’s national laboratory, NREL, based in Golden. The selected startups aim to improve…more
KRTL Holding Group Inc. (OTC: KRTL) has completed a strategic merger between its subsidiary, KRTL Biotech Inc., and Bolivian pharmaceutical company Industria Químico Farmacéutica Sigma Corp. S.R.L. (SIGMA). The agreement, finalized on Sept. 2, 2025, gives KRTL Biotech a 99% controlling interest in SIGMA, in exchange for 49% ownership in KRTL Biotech by SIGMA’s founding…more
Trimble Inc. has initiated the process to obtain Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) authorization for its construction management solutions. This move reflects the Westminster company’s goal to provide a secure and connected platform for U.S. federal agencies and their contractors. The initiative focuses on three key solutions: a common data environment, a construction…more
The property housing Janssen Photography is now on the market at 9000 W Jewell Ave, Lakewood, CO 80232, with an asking price of $2,300,000. Founded in 1984, the business has operated at this location for over 35 years. Occupying 1.8 acres, the property features a 3,031 square foot Victorian home built in 1892, which includes…more
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has published new strategies aimed at helping commercial buildings, including hospitals, lower energy costs associated with plug and process loads (PPLs). This research focuses on the energy consumed by various devices and equipment within buildings that are not related to major systems like heating and cooling. PPLs are responsible…more