Energy companies from 28 countries have been selected as finalists for the S&P Global Platts Global Energy Awards. The 2017 finalists were announced today by program host S&P Global Platts, the leading global provider of energy and commodities information and spot market benchmarks.

Energy Bank Inc. has been named a finalist in the category Breakthrough Solution of the Year for its innovative Digital Moat™, Theft-Deterrent Security Perimeter.

“We designed a new application with our award-winning model T® LED exterior fixtures and IoT to provide an innovative security option to benefit auto dealerships,” stated Energy Bank Inc. CEO Neal Verfuerth. We combined several technologies into a uniquely packaged application that interfaces with our LED fixtures and control systems to create a digital moat around the perimeter.”

Established in 1999 and often described as “the Oscars of the energy industry,” Global Energy Awards highlight corporate and individual innovation, leadership and superior performance in 19 categories that span the entire energy complex.

Hundreds of energy industry representatives are expected to attend the 2017 Global Energy Awards black-tie dinner gala in New York City on December 7. The awards program will be emceed by CNBC Reporter Jackie DeAngelis.