La Plaine born, Dexter Newton, has won a prestigious award in the US energy industry for his work on a safety project.
A Con Edison researcher, Newton was named winner of the Technology Transfer Award from the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), a US energy research organization.
Newton, an operating supervisor in Electric Operations at Con Edison, has worked for the energy giant since 2006.
Newton, moved to the US as an adult and now lives in Yonkers, NY.
He worked with two fellow Con Edison employees on research into using smart phone and tablet personal computer technology to detect contact voltage on streets.
The technology could make it possible for a utility worker with a smart phone or tablet to detect contact voltage, also known as stray voltage.
The faster contact voltage is detected, the faster crews can make repairs, ensuring public safety.
“We are in a constant and relentless search for technology and methods that can improve our service,” said Craig Ivey, the president of Con Edison. “The men and women of Con Edison are proud to see eight members of our team recognized for research that will benefit the New Yorkers we feel privileged to serve.”
Con Edison is a subsidiary of Consolidated Edison, Inc., one of the US’s largest investor-owned energy companies, with approximately $12 billion in annual revenues and $41 billion in assets.
The utility provides electric, gas and steam service to more than 3 million customers in New York City and Westchester County, N.Y.
Newton was one of eight Con Edison employees who won Technology Transfer Awards.
Respectttt rasta man, anyone who knows this guy knows he’s always been focused n never discouraged. Im not surprised and this will only help your future endeavors at home and abroad. The original Son of the Land, keep pushing.
congrats to dexter, always an intelligent guy.
Hey Dex, congrats. It’as your old Verizon buddy. I hope i helped blaze this trail of success that you’re traveling. But i doubt it. Good luck. Ed E
Congratulations to you Cuzzo!!!! By the sweat of your brow you shall achieve great things!!! So happy of your achievement…. But to the low minded Dominicans ignore them!!! If dexter was here he would have to face so much judgement to display his ability, God bless America everyday, the land of opportunity with out procrastination!!!! We only give our people flowers when they’re gone in this low life place… Let him get his flowers while he is still alive!!!!
Congratulations, as a Dominican myself i feel extremely happy for your achievements. May you continue the works. Bless
bet domlec denied him for a job huh! thats what you call brain drain at its maximum effect!
Congrats to you countryman. Keep on keeping on. They say you went DGS but I am lead to believe that is a mistake since your intelligence resonates with SMA. Nonetheless…congratulations in order!
Assertive, NOT Agressive!
Dexter I am so proud of you. Job well done.
CONGRATS fusion well done
Dexter, my son, am so proud of you. I just remember those questions you tried asking the Minister some time ago in NY and was not answered. But you proved to be the intelligent one. Continue doing what you do best and your works will be awarded. Once again, congrats my son.
Garçon Marn Vex!!!
Why Mista dem out dere making all dem companies dere all dem kinna money and dey can come do d same ting in/from, and for Dominica nuh,,,
Dats where Skerro should be investing d 25million he about togive d geothermal fraud,,,
Do like how dem officials in Trinidad did some time back and offer dem big Engineers, researchers, PHDs out there incentives nuh to come back and invest into Our little paradise,,,
Yeh Congratulations to Mista yeh for his achievements but Marn wonder when was d last time he touch down at Mellville Hall, and how often he does be dere,,,
Congrats Iyzan, You continue to do your thing in your field. Proud vibes bro. This award reminded me of your moves re our geothermal energy project here along with Mr. Etienne, Mr. Douglas and the rest. It’s a pity we don’t hear mention of you pioneers where that is concerned. None the less, Keep up the great work.
Congrats fellow Dominican. Thanks DNO for good news among the many bad news- breath of fresh air.
well done dx
bigg up bob.
Congrats to the Rastaman. Which raises my question as to why are men with locks still discriminated against in the Caribbean island of Dominica. There are many bright young men out there who are ready and willing to accomplish greatness but constantly have doors closed in their faces because of their appearance. Thankfully we have places like America where outward freedom of expression like growing your locks isnt frowned upon as much. Congrats again guy. Job well done.
Congratulations Dexter, very proud of you. You made me proud as a LaPlaine person. Keep the faith, like our elders would say in patois “nai moin longee” in English, my nose has lengthened.
Go my bro go!!
Congratulations.
Congrats cuz…I’m so proud of you.
Give thanks Dx, its not a surprise too us,we all are proud of you even Tater dogs.Congrates my brother,keep up the good work ..
Congratulation! A true inspiration for Dominicans who wish to further build on their own ideas.
Hi. Congratulations to Mr Newton and you make us in Balizier/LaPlaine proud.
Congrats Dex!
Yuppie Dx…you a,e us so proud …I always knew you would always bring pride…you seven when you were very young …Delbert is another one I know will make us smile …la.plaine passive. No joke
That’s the way it is bro…what Jah put together,no man put a sunder..Congrats…Hoping to see u back in DA sometime to teach the Youths.Men like you we need.LaPlaine Passie!!
Congratulations Dexter, your family surely has reason to be proud of you. Youre a hard worker and it has paid off. God Bless you.
Well done Mr. Newton. Keep up the good work!
Congratulations Dex! Keep reaching.
Congrats DX
God bless America, land of oppurtunities
Former DGS Head Boy…Congrats my brother
Congratulations Deto!! We are proud of you, a koolaid smile is plastered on our faces. You have made all your neighbours proud, Go Deto, go.
From your next door neighbours…Balizier massive!
Rejoice,oh yes we rejoice with you! As you enjoy this achievement, we give THE LORD GOD thanks for you, your family,friends, co-workers, employers and others for what HE provided and did and allowed to make this achievement possible.
Congratulations! Blessings! Keep doing all the good you do striving for excellence continually.
Give thanks and celebrate.
Congrats Detoe
congrats my brother all the best to you.
Congrats Dexter. Keep it up. We grew up together in Balizier, La Plaine. Always knew you had the potential.
Thank God for America!
Oh Please. Where did he get his education? It started at the La Plaine Primary, Dominica Grammar School then to the Clifton Dupigny Community College. Take that back. My brother studied and worked hard. Thank God he got the opportunity to continue his education in America but his foundation started her in the Nature Isle.
He is one of 8 winners well done but he did his part.
The issue is not where he got his education but where he could fly his wings. Thank him there are places where our smart brothers and sisters can go and not worry about government, politics, bad mindedness, grudge etc. etc. get in the way. We have a good educators and hard working educated people but a political and societal system that will see many more like this hard working young man to go and live their dreams some where else. Thank Him Indeed.
Congratulations sir, great work. Sounds impressive.
Congrats to my brother Dexter Newton, we the Newton family are so proud of you. You have made us so happy Bro. Continue the good work wherever you go. Hats off to you Big brother
What a splendid accomplishment Dexter. Congratulations on your hard work and recognition.
congrats Dexter….
Congratulations on behalf of the entire Matthew family at La Plaine. We are very proud of you!
congrats to my uncle……..continue to do what u do
Let’s go Dx. You have made all gen Laplaine proud. Teacher Peter St. Jean was our science teacher. He must be proud too.
Congratulations Bro ….LA is proud of you
congratulation dexter
Seriously I applaud him for a job well done. But, do I really care? Not Really!Because there is not one bit of his story that talks about what he will do to help Dominica. Or his future plans to train young boys or girls in the field. I mean come on. It’s not a style doing things for America in American companies n then having DNO publish it. Please mention little Dominica too. I am just sick n tired of it.
He has provided inspiration –he has done his part -what about you?
Ok negative nelly..just say congrats and move on.
You are a fool and a hater! Get over it! What are you doing for the boys and girls in Dominica?
Have you attended the picnic in Jersey and other functions where he is solely running a fund raiser for the young boys at La Plaine for help with sports? No! Too often we make comments that we know nothing about. He is making a contribution even though you Dr. don’t see it. He does not have to be in Dominica to help the youths there.
You want him to come here and beg and sing a certain song to get a job?
The good thing is when we leave Dominica we are expose to posivite thinking people which gives us the 360 mental turn around. If he had only stayed in DA people like U would discourage him. God Bless America.
What the hell do u know. He along with his friends Ettienne and Douglas were the first ones i heard talk about geothermal energy in Dominica. Do u damn research before you open ur mouth.
HE has also helped the football academy in La Plaine. So if u do not know anything just shut the …… up.
First of all Congrats! to Mr. Newton, job well done!
Currently with all the negativity that’s going on in our Island of Dominica (Dual Citizenship Court decision);
We surface on a positive note, once again! Positive energy is reminding us of our potential as a people! Let’s keep up the good work for the sake of us, our children, and our Island. Once again, Congratulations! to Mr. Newton on his spectacular achievement! You make us proud!
Congrats to him! Positive vibes!!
Big up to my boy Dexter….very smart and humble guy
Congratulations my dear Deter, we are all proud 0f you. From your neighbors and friends at Balizier, La Plaine.
My former college classmate… happy for you!
Dexter, Congratulations! You make us all proud… Always a leader, born for success…
congrats country man