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Daintree Networks and Cree Reduce Lighting Energy Demand by 91% for Sacramento Facility

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on April 24, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Daintree Networks, Inc., the leading provider of intelligent wireless lighting controls for commercial buildings, today announced a successful installation for the Sacramento facility of United Stationers Inc., a leading North American wholesale distributor of business products. With the help of Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD), United Stationers installed an integrated intelligent lighting system consisting of Cree’s energy-saving LED fixtures and Daintree’s ControlScope wireless lighting controls solution in the location’s office and break room area. The result is over 91% expected savings.

“We’re thrilled with the results of this advanced lighting project. Not only are our associates pleased with their improved lighting and personal control, but we’re already saving substantial energy,” said Ted Pinnow, Maintenance Manager for United Stationers’ Sacramento facility. “The project came together quickly with painless installation, and I’ve been impressed by the seamless integration of Cree and Daintree Networks products.” Continue reading →

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Lutron Offers Tips for Saving Energy at Home on Earth Day and Every Day

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on April 23, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

COOPERSBURG, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Did you know that lighting accounts for almost 15%* of the average homeowner’s monthly electric bill? And that if every home in the US installed two dimmers in place of two standard light switches, the potential annual savings could be $1.2 billion in electricity and close to 25 billion pounds of CO2? That’s the equivalent of taking more than one million cars off the road.

With a variety of products ranging from dimmers, to sensors, to automated shades and thermostats, Lutron Electronics makes it easy for homeowners to save energy throughout their homes, whether you want to update one room or an entire home.

This Earth Day, it’s time to keep that promise that you’ll live a more energy-efficient lifestyle. Here are some tips from Lutron on how to start saving energy in your home: Continue reading →

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sPower™ Installs Solar Electric Systems for the University of Utah

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on April 23, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

SALT LAKE CITY–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sustainable Power Group (“sPower”) has announced the installation and commissioning of solar power generation systems on the rooftops of the Natural History Museum of Utah and the HPER East Building at the University of Utah. The Natural History Museum’s system is a 330-kilowatt system and the HPER East system is a 263 kW system. The combined systems consist of 2,470 Sharp photovoltaic panels covering 40,000 square feet of rooftop space. The Sharp modules are American-made, manufactured in Memphis, Tennessee. sPower partnered with Okland Construction of Salt Lake City, Utah to build the systems, and McCalmont Engineering of Campbell, California to design and engineer the systems.

sPower will own and operate the systems for 20 years and will sell the power to the University of Utah under the terms of a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). This third-party ownership arrangement was made possible due to a $125,000 Blue Sky Grant from Rocky Mountain Power, as well as a $1,000,000 grant awarded to the University through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

“We are excited about this system for numerous reasons including the long-term direct financial benefits from solar energy, the duty that we feel to be good stewards of our planet, and the educational opportunities that this will offer our students. This project is consistent with our Energy and Environmental Stewardship Initiative: 2010 Climate Action Plan, wherein we set a goal to be carbon neutral by 2050,” said Dr. David Pershing, President of the University of Utah. Continue reading →

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Colorado Solar Leader Zam Energy to be Recognized by the White House

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on April 19, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Imagine transforming every parking lot in the United States into a clean energy plant. Recognized by the White House as a Champion of Change for Innovations for Renewable Energy, Erin Geegan, CEO of Zam Energy, aims to revolutionize parking facilities by installing solar energy carports to create energy and charge electric vehicles.

“The goal of our work is to empower the American people by making it a reality to efficiently fuel their own vehicles with home grown energy”

Geegan, a resident of Boulder, Colo., will be honored on April 19 as part of President Obama’s “Winning the Future” initiative that recognizes American leaders for advancing new ideas that support a sustainable future.

To watch the event live, visit www.whitehouse.gov/live at 12:30pm ET on April 19th.

“The goal of our work is to empower the American people by making it a reality to efficiently fuel their own vehicles with home grown energy,” Geegan said. “It’s an opportunity to support the American economy while bringing hope to future generations and the state of the planet.” Continue reading →

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Heraeus and Yingli Green Energy Announce $70 Million Solar Agreement

by 3BL Media Press Release
Posted on April 19, 2012 by 3BL Media Press Release

WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Yingli Green Energy Holding Company Limited (“Yingli Green Energy”), a leading global vertically integrated photovoltaic manufacturer, and the precious metals and technology group Heraeus, announced the signing of a $70 Million cooperation and supply agreement. The Heraeus Photovoltaic Business Unit, a world leader in developing front and back-side silver paste for crystalline solar cells will work together with Yingli Green Energy to achieve significant photovoltaic technology advancements, specifically to reduce the cost-per-watt of solar cells to a new industry benchmark.

“Our mission is to provide affordable green energy for all, therefore, we constantly innovate to enhance the quality and cost structure of our products. The ability to work closely with Heraeus will help us remain an industry frontrunner.”

Under this new one-year agreement, Heraeus will now dedicate R&D resources in its 3 technology centers located in West Conshohocken (USA), Hanau (Germany) and Singapore to develop state-of-the-art silver metallization pastes for Yingli Green Energy’s high efficiency N-type silicon solar cells, named PANDA.

“As an industry leader, we [Heraeus] are overjoyed about our agreement with Yingli Green Energy since our primary focus is the commitment to innovation of highly-efficient, yet cost-effective products for our customers,” said Andy London, PV Global Manager and Vice President of Heraeus Precious Metals North America Conshohocken LLC in West Conshohocken, Pa. (USA). Continue reading →

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Suniva Powers Largest Utility Scale Solar Installation in Tennessee

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on April 16, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

NORCROSS, Ga.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Suniva, Inc., a U.S. manufacturer of high-efficiency crystalline silicon solar cells and modules, today announced that the 5 MW West Tennessee Solar Farm in Haywood County is Powered by Suniva™. Designed and built by Signal Energy, and managed by the University of Tennessee Research Foundation (UTRF), the West Tennessee Solar Farm is the largest utility scale solar installation in Tennessee and one of the largest installations in the Southeast United States. Signal Energy and UTRF will be holding a ribbon cutting ceremony to unveil the project on Thursday, April 12 at the West Tennessee Solar Farm.

“Signal Energy is pleased to be working with Suniva and the University of Tennessee, and the Department of Economic and Community Development to move Tennessee’s clean energy industry forward”

“We’re proud that Suniva’s high quality solar modules are being used to power one of the largest solar installations in the Southeast,” said John Baumstark, chairman and CEO of Suniva. “The West Tennessee Solar Farm project has created numerous jobs for the Tennessee economy while securing a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.” Continue reading →

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Solar Power to Light Up North Central New Mexico

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on April 11, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

AMALIA, N.M.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) today announced that with the addition of a new 1.5 megawatt (MW) solar array, anticipated to be completed in May 2012, all businesses and residences in north central New Mexico will receive electricity provided by solar power on sunny days. It is the largest area of land with the largest number of power consumers in New Mexico to be supplied with electricity by renewable sources. The 14-acre array will add to power already being generated from the Concentrated Photovoltaic 1 MW array built near Questa, New Mexico.

“Today’s dedication event signifies a considerable milestone in bringing renewable energy to northern Taos County”

“This project represents a unique collaboration between entities that, while very different, have common goals,” said Luis Reyes, CEO of KCEC. “In addition, this array is helping create local jobs as well as provide energy independence by generating enough electricity to power 376 average New Mexico homes for an entire year.”

The new array, dubbed RCCLA Amalia Solar Array 1, was dedicated during a morning ceremony at the site located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Federal, state and local elected officials, including Congressman Ben Ray Lujan, joined the board of the Kit Carson Electric Cooperative and visiting dignitaries for the ceremony. Continue reading →

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Martifer Solar USA, Inc. and Westfield Develop Unique Solar Financing Structure

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on April 10, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

“Westfield offset more than long term energy consumption; they recovered 30% of the system cost up front through federal grant money available only to system owners. This transforms the solar landscape for REITs seeking to take advantage of solar incentives.”

LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Martifer Solar USA, Inc. has completed two solar installations for the Westfield Group, one of the world’s largest REITs to own and operate its own photovoltaic systems. The installations, totaling 1.7 MW, are located at Westfield Topanga and Westfield Fashion Square shopping malls in Southern California. Both systems utilize rooftop panels, with solar carports built at Fashion Square.

Following Martifer Solar USA’s thorough analysis of several properties, Westfield selected its Topanga and Fashion Square facilities as the most suitable for meeting the firm’s sustainability, customer experience and financial performance objectives. “I applaud Westfield for their out of the box thinking in financing this project,” remarked Martifer Solar USA’s Chief Strategy Officer Kent James, who led the structuring of the deal. “Westfield offset more than long term energy consumption; they recovered 30% of the system cost up front through federal grant money available only to system owners. This transforms the solar landscape for REITs seeking to take advantage of solar incentives.” Continue reading →

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