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News FeedsFedEx Freight and BP Solar Complete Second Solar Power InstallationFedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and BP Solar announced today the completion and activation of a second project together—a solar system for a FedEx Freight distribution center in Fontana, Calif. The 269 kW (kilowatt) rooftop solar array utilizes BP Solar modules. The first joint system was inaugurated on Earth Day 2008 at FedEx Freight's facility in Whittier, Calif.
Honeywell Helps California Schools Soak Up The Sun, Cut Utility BillsThe U.S. Department of Energy estimates that the nation's schools spend an average of $175 per student on energy costs — a figure that continues to rise every year. Overall, utility bills are the second largest expense behind personnel costs.
At the same time, there is a growing awareness across the country about environmental impact and the effects of global warming. And many schools are looking for ways to reduce carbon emissions and serve as models of energy conservation.
REC Solar Reaches Out To Next Generation of Energy Consumers During Democratic National ConventionDuring the 2008 Democratic National Convention, REC Solar (www.recsolar.com), an industry-leading provider of residential and commercial solar electric systems and MySpace.com provided clean, renewable energy to convention participants and their tech tools at a solar-powered recharging station located in the heart of Denver, CO.
OPEL International's Mk-I HCPV Solar Panels Obtain CE Qualification for EuropeOPEL International, Inc., a leading global developer and supplier of high concentration photovoltaic (HCPV) and other solar products, today announced that testing of its Mk-I HCPV solar panel verified that it qualifies under the provisions of the IEC 62108 standard. With the achievement of this milestone, OPEL has positioned itself to be a leading supplier of HCPV solar panels in the important European market and beyond.
Canadian Solar & GCL Silicon Announce Supply DealCanadian Solar Inc. (CSI) and GCL Silicon Technology Holdings Inc. have announced that the two companies signed new long-term polysilicon and wafer supply agreements last month.
Satcon Introduces 1-MW Solar PV InverterSatcon announced that it is now taking orders for its PowerGate Plus 1-megawatt (MW) commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) inverter system. The PowerGate Plus is delivered as a fully integrated power conditioning system for rapid and reliable installation, according to Satcon.
USDA Awards US $35M for Renewables and Energy EfficiencyU.S. Agriculture Secretary Ed Schafer announced that 639 individuals and businesses in 43 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands have been selected to receive US $35 million in grants and loan guarantees for renewable energy systems or to improve energy efficiency in farm and business operations.
Solectria Signs PV Supply Deal with MMWECAs part of an effort to streamline the implementation of grid-tied photovoltaic (PV) energy systems, Solectria Renewables will provide all solar photovoltaic (PV) inverters to the Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Co. (MMWEC).
Carbon Credits Are Financing Renewable Energy Projects in IndiaWhen a firm in India invests in a renewable energy source to meet growing energy needs, it may be able to acquire carbon credits. These carbon credits are sold on international markets generating income for the owner of the credits. Carbon credits, which are issued to organizations based on their efforts to limit climate change, and renewable energy projects are intricately linked in India.
NanoMarkets Announces New Report on Thin-Film and Organic Photovoltaics ManufacturingNanoMarkets, a leading industry analyst firm based here, today announced its next report on thin-film and organic photovoltaics markets. The report titled, "The Future of Thin-Film and Organic Photovoltaics Manufacturing" will be available the week of September 8th. Additional details about the report including a preview are available on the firm's website at www.nanomarkets.net.
Solar America Board for Codes and Standards Announces Photovoltaic Stakeholder MeetingThe Solar America Board for Codes and Standards (Solar ABCs) announces its annual Photovoltaic Stakeholder Meeting on Friday, October 17, 2008 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in San Diego, California. The meeting immediately follows the Solar Power International Conference.
FARE Files Florida PSC Comments Calling for Feed-in TariffsTradable credits are the renewable equivalent of the Alaskan bridge to nowhere says a recent filing made with the Florida Public Service Commision (PSC). The Florida Alliance for Renewable Energy (FARE) filed comments with the Public PSC on August 26, 2008 suggesting that the state move towards a system of feed-in tariffs rather than going down its present path.
Suntech & DC Chemical Sign Polysilicon DealSuntech Power Holdings Co. Ltd. announced that it has signed a seven-year polysilicon supply agreement with DC Chemical Co. Ltd. Under the terms of the agreement, DC Chemical will supply Suntech with specified annual volumes of polysilicon with a total value of approximately US $750 million from 2010 to 2016.
Advent Solar to Ship 250 MW of Solar Modules with European PartnersAdvent Solar Inc., announced that Enerpoint, MHH Solartechnik and SunConnex have agreed to purchase and distribute the Advent Solar Ventura Technology, a comprehensive cell-to-module solar architecture that the company introduced this week at the European Union Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference in Valencia, Spain.
DuPont To Increase Supply of Tedlar for PV MarketDuPont announced its intent to expand production capacity for its DuPont Tedlar films. Scope and site selection work is under way, targeting start-up in late 2009, pending final project approval. Upon completion, the project is expected to more than double the current global production for Tedlar, and would be the largest capital investment DuPont has made in Tedlar to date.
Colstrip Transmission System Partners to Evaluate Upgrade to Accommodate RenewablesNorthWestern Energy announced that it and three other ownership partners in the Colstrip Transmission System (CTS) have agreed to proceed with a study of potential upgrades to the existing 500-kilovolt (kV) system in Montana. The system partners said that they will work together to identify and evaluate one or more potential system upgrades that may accommodate the transmission of wind and other renewable generation.
SunEdison and Q-Cells International USA Sign 800 MW Development AgreementSunEdison, North America's largest solar energy services provider, today announced that the company has entered into a 5-year, 800 MW development agreement in North America with Q-Cells International USA Corporation.
SunEdison Appoints Martin T. Hart to the Board of DirectorsSunEdison, North America's largest solar energy services provider, today named Martin T. Hart as non-executive, independent board member and chairman of the audit committee.
California Ballot Initiatives: Good or Bad for Clean Energy?Californians have a lot of homework to do this fall. With two controversial initiatives addressing renewable electricity and fuels on the upcoming November ballot, voters will have to parse through conflicting arguments about what exactly each would do for the state's clean energy market.
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