Energy

Framingham energy efficiency company Ameresco has been selected to provide energy upgrades for the city of Peoria, Ariz.

The Worcester Business Journal won six industry awards Saturday, including first for Best Overall Design and third Best Newspaper, all in the small publication category.

The leader of the Environmental League of Massachusetts is stepping down after a decade, to be replaced by the head of energy and climate programs at Adidas.

Boston-based energy management company EnerNOC announced Thursday that it is being acquired by an Italian energy company.

A Worcester housing services, adult foster care, and employment assistance company is adding a second location, the company confirmed Friday.

A facility assessment of the DCU Center in Worcester suggested the arena will need about $60 million worth of upgrades over the next two decades, including $30 million over the next five years.

Sevcon, Inc. of Southborough has acquired the remaining 50 percent equity interest in a Chinese joint venture for $5 million, allowing Sevcon to capitalize on opportunities in China, a rapidly growing market for two- and four-wheel electric vehicles.

TJX and Boston Scientific both moved up and Staples fell on the new Fortune 500 list released Wednesday.

A Westborough waste hauling and recycling business recently installed a 1.1 megawatt solar system on the roof of its single stream sorting facility in order to save money and produce cleaner power.

A West Boylston environmental firm that recently came under new ownership said Tuesday morning it acquired a Westbrook, Maine company for an undisclosed amount.