Glen Allen, Virginia: Industry analyst firm NanoMarkets has just published a new report titled, “Thin-Film Photovoltaics Materials Markets, 2011 and Beyond.” The report is part of NanoMarkets ongoing coverage of thin-film and organic PV markets and includes its latest projections on materials sales for thin-film silicon (TF Si), cadmium telluride (CdTe) and CIGS PV.
The report states that despite the end of the silicon shortage and ongoing economic woes, the TFPV materials markets will generate $5.9 billion ($US) in 2016 compared to $2.1 billion in 2011. Additional details for the report are available at
http://www.nanomarkets.net/market_reports/report/thin-fi ...
About the report:
This report provides the latest in NanoMarkets’ ongoing coverage of the markets for materials for the thin-film photovoltaics (TFPV) space. NanoMarkets is unique in its coverage of the materials used in TFPV and we have been providing insightful analysis in this space for more than four years.
In this report NanoMarkets:
• Offers a clear assessment and quantification as to where the money will be spent on the major materials that go into TFPV in the next eight years.
• Identifies the materials strategies of the key cell and module players in TFPV, as well as the product/market strategies of the key materials firms supplying into this segment.
• Includes eight-year forecasts of volumes and revenues for the materials used by the three main thin-film photovoltaic (TFPV) technologies; CIGS, thin-film silicon, and CdTe.
• Provides market analysis of both the absorber and electrode materials, as well the latest materials-related PV developments such as the use of nanocrystalline silicon, PV inks, flexible substrates and advanced antireflection materials and barrier films.
This report analyzes and quantifies the opportunities for materials in the TFPV space. In addition to providing eight-year forecasts of the core absorber materials, it also forecasts electrode, substrates and encapsulant markets.
The report also provides detailed profiles of the major firms influencing this space including: 5N Plus, Air Liquide, American Elements, Apollo Solar Energy, Applied Materials, Dow Corning, DuPont, Evonik, Indium Corporation, Linde, Oerlikon, Praxair, Redlen, Sputtering Materials, Ulvac, Umicore and Voltaix.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Solar Carports
You know those ugly solar panel structures you park your car under? They're kind of a big deal.
Solar carports have been popping up in school parking lots across the state and the Bay Area is leading the way.
They work just like solar panels on rooftops, converting sunlight into electricity. And in addition to providing some shade, they managed to crank out about 20 megawatts of electricity in 2010, the New York Times reports.
The Milpitas Unified School District is one of about 75 elementary, high school and community college campuses in California with solar carports.
The district relies on them for 75 percent of its electricity needs in an entire school year.
Over a 20-year period, Milpitas could save millions of dollars thanks to the carports, a fact that has drawn a lot of interest.
“I’ve gotten calls from Hawaii, from Canada, from all over California,” said John Cimino, director of maintenance, operations and transportation for the district.
Schools are paying for the systems through partnerships with banks and intermediaries like Chevron, which in turn sell the electricity back to the schools, picking up some tax incentives on the way.
Google actually started the solar carport trend back in 2007. The Mountain View-based company put solar panels in its parking lot before it was cool, then the schools caught on.
As word spreads, carports may soon be as common as playgrounds. But California isn't stopping with a few solar parking lots.
The largest solar plant in the world is scheduled to go up in the Mojave Desert soon. The Blythe Solar Power Project is expected to double America's solar output and power 300,000 homes.
Solar carports have been popping up in school parking lots across the state and the Bay Area is leading the way.
They work just like solar panels on rooftops, converting sunlight into electricity. And in addition to providing some shade, they managed to crank out about 20 megawatts of electricity in 2010, the New York Times reports.
The Milpitas Unified School District is one of about 75 elementary, high school and community college campuses in California with solar carports.
The district relies on them for 75 percent of its electricity needs in an entire school year.
Over a 20-year period, Milpitas could save millions of dollars thanks to the carports, a fact that has drawn a lot of interest.
“I’ve gotten calls from Hawaii, from Canada, from all over California,” said John Cimino, director of maintenance, operations and transportation for the district.
Schools are paying for the systems through partnerships with banks and intermediaries like Chevron, which in turn sell the electricity back to the schools, picking up some tax incentives on the way.
Google actually started the solar carport trend back in 2007. The Mountain View-based company put solar panels in its parking lot before it was cool, then the schools caught on.
As word spreads, carports may soon be as common as playgrounds. But California isn't stopping with a few solar parking lots.
The largest solar plant in the world is scheduled to go up in the Mojave Desert soon. The Blythe Solar Power Project is expected to double America's solar output and power 300,000 homes.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Solar Panels for the UK
MARLBORO, Mass., Nov 23, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Evergreen Solar, Inc. (nasdaqgm:ESLR), a manufacturer of String Ribbon(R) solar panels with its proprietary silicon wafer technology, today announced it has received the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) certificate from the United Kingdom's British Board of Agrement, qualifying the company's ES-A series panels for solar projects supported by the Renewables Cash-Back Scheme.
The 'Renewables Cash-Back Scheme' has been active in the UK since April 2010. Homeowners and communities who install low carbon electricity, including solar panels, are paid for the electricity they generate, even if they use it themselves. Solar projects are required to use MCS certified panels installed by MCS accredited installers to be eligible for funding.
In May 2010, Evergreen Solar announced that its ES-A series panels received IEC 61701 salt mist certification making the panels ideal for coastal installations. Given the fact that the UK has more than 31,000 kilometers (19,000 miles) of coastline, Evergreen Solar's ES-A panels are well-suited for UK-based projects.
"The MCS certification is a major step forward in expanding our business in the UK and a testament to the quality and workmanship of Evergreen's solar panels which are known for delivering more electricity with less impact on the environment," said Peter Rusch, Evergreen Solar's Vice President of Sales for Europe, Africa and the Middle East. "And given the fact that many UK solar projects will be installed on or near the coast, our IEC 61701 salt mist certification is likely to make the ES-A series the panel of choice for these projects."
The MCS is an internationally-recognized quality assurance scheme which demonstrates the quality and reliability of products by satisfying rigorous standards. Product certification involves testing of products and an assessment of the manufacturing processes, materials and staff training.
About Evergreen Solar, Inc.
Evergreen Solar, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets String Ribbon(R) solar power products using its proprietary, low-cost silicon wafer technology. The Company's patented wafer manufacturing technology uses significantly less polysilicon than conventional processes. Evergreen Solar's products provide reliable and environmentally clean electric power for residential and commercial applications globally. For more information about the Company, please visit www.evergreensolar.com. Evergreen Solar(R) and String Ribbon(R) are registered trademarks of Evergreen Solar, Inc.
The 'Renewables Cash-Back Scheme' has been active in the UK since April 2010. Homeowners and communities who install low carbon electricity, including solar panels, are paid for the electricity they generate, even if they use it themselves. Solar projects are required to use MCS certified panels installed by MCS accredited installers to be eligible for funding.
In May 2010, Evergreen Solar announced that its ES-A series panels received IEC 61701 salt mist certification making the panels ideal for coastal installations. Given the fact that the UK has more than 31,000 kilometers (19,000 miles) of coastline, Evergreen Solar's ES-A panels are well-suited for UK-based projects.
"The MCS certification is a major step forward in expanding our business in the UK and a testament to the quality and workmanship of Evergreen's solar panels which are known for delivering more electricity with less impact on the environment," said Peter Rusch, Evergreen Solar's Vice President of Sales for Europe, Africa and the Middle East. "And given the fact that many UK solar projects will be installed on or near the coast, our IEC 61701 salt mist certification is likely to make the ES-A series the panel of choice for these projects."
The MCS is an internationally-recognized quality assurance scheme which demonstrates the quality and reliability of products by satisfying rigorous standards. Product certification involves testing of products and an assessment of the manufacturing processes, materials and staff training.
About Evergreen Solar, Inc.
Evergreen Solar, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets String Ribbon(R) solar power products using its proprietary, low-cost silicon wafer technology. The Company's patented wafer manufacturing technology uses significantly less polysilicon than conventional processes. Evergreen Solar's products provide reliable and environmentally clean electric power for residential and commercial applications globally. For more information about the Company, please visit www.evergreensolar.com. Evergreen Solar(R) and String Ribbon(R) are registered trademarks of Evergreen Solar, Inc.
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Carson City Gets Solar Panel
Officials dedicated on Thursday a row of photovoltaic solar panels that now line the second story of the parking garage behind the state legislative building in Carson City.
The project, supported with part of the $8 million in federal stimulus given to the state for renewable energy improvements, included replacing fluorescent lamps with LED lights in the parking garage, which will save the state about $30,000 a year in energy costs. The solar panels will save $7,000 each year.
The project broke ground in September by contractor Reliant Electric, which is based in Reno.
Jim Groth, the director of the Nevada State Office of Energy, said the stimulus money is being used to retrofit 124 state buildings with renewable energy upgrades statewide.
“Nevada is in the top five states for expending those funds, putting the monies into local contractors here,” Groth said. “And people talk about whether the stimulus is working or not working. It was pretty hard to deny when you come up and you talk to actual contractors working on the job that wonder where else they'd be if they weren't working on the facility. And the outcome will be savings to the state.”
NV Energy also provided a one-time rebate to the state of about $150,000 for the solar panels and about $20,000 for the new lighting, which automatically dim or brighten with motion sensors.
The annual power savings for the lighting and solar projects are estimated to be 300,000 kilowatt hours and 60,000 kilowatt hours respectively.
At the ceremony, Gus Nunez, the manager of the state Public Works Board, held a paper detailing energy usage for the capital from last month. It showed monthly energy usage of about 150,000 kilowatt hours in September had fallen to about 64,000 kilowatt hours in October when the new LED lights were turned on. He said he expected more savings now that the solar panels are up and running, too.
“Here's the real thing,” he said. “It's proof.”
The project, supported with part of the $8 million in federal stimulus given to the state for renewable energy improvements, included replacing fluorescent lamps with LED lights in the parking garage, which will save the state about $30,000 a year in energy costs. The solar panels will save $7,000 each year.
The project broke ground in September by contractor Reliant Electric, which is based in Reno.
Jim Groth, the director of the Nevada State Office of Energy, said the stimulus money is being used to retrofit 124 state buildings with renewable energy upgrades statewide.
“Nevada is in the top five states for expending those funds, putting the monies into local contractors here,” Groth said. “And people talk about whether the stimulus is working or not working. It was pretty hard to deny when you come up and you talk to actual contractors working on the job that wonder where else they'd be if they weren't working on the facility. And the outcome will be savings to the state.”
NV Energy also provided a one-time rebate to the state of about $150,000 for the solar panels and about $20,000 for the new lighting, which automatically dim or brighten with motion sensors.
The annual power savings for the lighting and solar projects are estimated to be 300,000 kilowatt hours and 60,000 kilowatt hours respectively.
At the ceremony, Gus Nunez, the manager of the state Public Works Board, held a paper detailing energy usage for the capital from last month. It showed monthly energy usage of about 150,000 kilowatt hours in September had fallen to about 64,000 kilowatt hours in October when the new LED lights were turned on. He said he expected more savings now that the solar panels are up and running, too.
“Here's the real thing,” he said. “It's proof.”
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Total to Build Solar Panels
French company Total has launched a project to build a photovoltaic panel production and assembly unit at Composite Park in north-eastern region of Moselle, France.
The plant will house two production lines for a total capacity of 50 megawatt peak (MWp) representing about 220,000 photovoltaic panels per year that will have a surface area of 2,800sq m.
The construction is slated to commence in early 2011 and the first line (25MWp) is expected to come on stream towards the end of the year.
Total Gas & Power president Philippe Boisseau said that this project adheres to the company's strategy of positioning itself within the entire photovoltaic solar chain.
"The production unit, situated near our French, German and Northern European customers, allows us to strengthen our market capabilities," Boisseau said.
The company said that the new unit will create around 80 jobs in the region.
The plant will house two production lines for a total capacity of 50 megawatt peak (MWp) representing about 220,000 photovoltaic panels per year that will have a surface area of 2,800sq m.
The construction is slated to commence in early 2011 and the first line (25MWp) is expected to come on stream towards the end of the year.
Total Gas & Power president Philippe Boisseau said that this project adheres to the company's strategy of positioning itself within the entire photovoltaic solar chain.
"The production unit, situated near our French, German and Northern European customers, allows us to strengthen our market capabilities," Boisseau said.
The company said that the new unit will create around 80 jobs in the region.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
New Solar Design
HyperSolar, Inc. (HYSR 0.12, -0.01, -7.69%) , the developer of a breakthrough technology to magnify the power of the Sun to significantly increase the power output of solar cells, today announced that new design models show potential magnification of 300%.
"We are very excited about this breakthrough by our development team," said HyperSolar's CEO, Tim Young. "Considerable work has been done in the solar industry to make solar cells more efficient. However, we believe that a critical advancement will be to actually control the delivery of sunlight onto solar cells. At HyperSolar, we are developing the world's first thin and flat light magnification layer for direct application on top of standard solar cells to increase their power output." Mr. Young continued, "We are encouraged by our recent results. Our plan is to move to the prototype stage early next year and then to a commercial product."
HyperSolar's innovative thin and flat light magnification layer employs thousands of very small light collectors on the surface that funnel light into a proprietary light routing network in the middle that carries light to a smaller output area on the bottom where a solar cell can be attached. Instead of using 3 solar cells to cover an area on a solar panel, only 1 solar cell is needed underneath a 300% HyperSolar layer. This allows solar panel manufacturers to reduce the number of expensive solar cells in their panels, by 66%, and dramatically reduce the cost per watt of their solar panels.
Mr. Young added, "The higher the light magnification in the HyperSolar layer, the higher the power magnification of the attached solar cell. As part of our development plan, we are exploring various designs and microphotonic elements to increase the magnification by as much as 400% in the final product."
About HyperSolar, Inc.
HyperSolar is developing a breakthrough technology to magnify the power of the Sun to significantly increase the power output of solar cells. Based on innovative microphotonics and low cost manufacturing processes, HyperSolar is developing the world's first thin and flat light magnification layer for direct application on top of standard solar cells to increase cell power output by as much as 400%. With HyperSolar as the top layer, manufacturers can use significantly fewer solar cells in the production of solar panels, thereby dramatically reducing the cost per watt of electricity. To learn more about HyperSolar, please visit our website at http://www.HyperSolar.com
SOURCE: HyperSolar, Inc.
"We are very excited about this breakthrough by our development team," said HyperSolar's CEO, Tim Young. "Considerable work has been done in the solar industry to make solar cells more efficient. However, we believe that a critical advancement will be to actually control the delivery of sunlight onto solar cells. At HyperSolar, we are developing the world's first thin and flat light magnification layer for direct application on top of standard solar cells to increase their power output." Mr. Young continued, "We are encouraged by our recent results. Our plan is to move to the prototype stage early next year and then to a commercial product."
HyperSolar's innovative thin and flat light magnification layer employs thousands of very small light collectors on the surface that funnel light into a proprietary light routing network in the middle that carries light to a smaller output area on the bottom where a solar cell can be attached. Instead of using 3 solar cells to cover an area on a solar panel, only 1 solar cell is needed underneath a 300% HyperSolar layer. This allows solar panel manufacturers to reduce the number of expensive solar cells in their panels, by 66%, and dramatically reduce the cost per watt of their solar panels.
Mr. Young added, "The higher the light magnification in the HyperSolar layer, the higher the power magnification of the attached solar cell. As part of our development plan, we are exploring various designs and microphotonic elements to increase the magnification by as much as 400% in the final product."
About HyperSolar, Inc.
HyperSolar is developing a breakthrough technology to magnify the power of the Sun to significantly increase the power output of solar cells. Based on innovative microphotonics and low cost manufacturing processes, HyperSolar is developing the world's first thin and flat light magnification layer for direct application on top of standard solar cells to increase cell power output by as much as 400%. With HyperSolar as the top layer, manufacturers can use significantly fewer solar cells in the production of solar panels, thereby dramatically reducing the cost per watt of electricity. To learn more about HyperSolar, please visit our website at http://www.HyperSolar.com
SOURCE: HyperSolar, Inc.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Solar Panels for Canadian School
Campbell River's Timberline Secondary School was one of 24 schools throughout the province to receive solar panel funding in an announcement from the Environment Ministry Friday. Highland Secondary School in Comox is another.
The solar panels will focus the sun's energy to heat water and improve energy efficiency at 24 schools, nine colleges and universities, and five hospitals across B.C. thanks to $2.8 million in capital funding from the Public Sector Energy Conservation Agreement (PSECA) and its partners, Terasen Gas, SolarBC, and Natural Resources Canada.
"In 2010, B.C. will have the first carbon-neutral public sector in North America where every student will enter a carbon-neutral school and every patient will be cared for in a carbon-neutral hospital," said Minister of State for Climate Action John Yap.
"At the same time, these projects are helping to grow B.C.'s emerging solar technology market and create new jobs for British Columbians."
The main focus is on education and supporting growth in the solar technology sector.
The solar panels will focus the sun's energy to heat water and improve energy efficiency at 24 schools, nine colleges and universities, and five hospitals across B.C. thanks to $2.8 million in capital funding from the Public Sector Energy Conservation Agreement (PSECA) and its partners, Terasen Gas, SolarBC, and Natural Resources Canada.
"In 2010, B.C. will have the first carbon-neutral public sector in North America where every student will enter a carbon-neutral school and every patient will be cared for in a carbon-neutral hospital," said Minister of State for Climate Action John Yap.
"At the same time, these projects are helping to grow B.C.'s emerging solar technology market and create new jobs for British Columbians."
The main focus is on education and supporting growth in the solar technology sector.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Solar Panels for Grocery Store
LEXINGTON, Ky., Nov 09, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- EnergyOne Technologies, Inc., a provider of renewable energy solutions, announced they have signed a letter of intent with the Canyon Lake Grocery Market, to provide up to 400 megawatts of solar energy and .500 megawatts of energy storage. EnergyOne will lease the market's rooftop and install a .200 megawatt solar system capable of generating up to 1.2 megawatts of power per day which is enough energy to offset the markets daily needs. Excess power generated during the day will be directed into the energy storage units and be available for use at night. EnergyOne will own, operate and maintain the solar panels and energy storage systems, and sell the energy to the market under a 20 year power purchase agreement. EnergyOne will also retrofit the markets lights and appliances with LEED approved energy efficient equipment cutting their electric bill in half.
EnergyOne CEO, Francis Zubrowski, reiterated the company's commitment to work with the grocery market industry to develop innovative solutions that reduce our customer's energy costs and benefit the environment. Zubrowski praised the market owner's creative approach in addressing the markets growing energy needs and their commitment to the environment.
EnergyOne estimated the cost of the project to be approximately $2.5 million. The company would be eligible for up to $2.25 million in tax credits and rebates. Upon completion of the design, application and permitting process, EnergyOne projects it could start construction in spring of 2011. VS Technology will join the project team to provide energy storage oversight. A megawatt is enough power for about 800 U.S. homes, according to the Energy Information Administration.
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EnergyOne CEO, Francis Zubrowski, reiterated the company's commitment to work with the grocery market industry to develop innovative solutions that reduce our customer's energy costs and benefit the environment. Zubrowski praised the market owner's creative approach in addressing the markets growing energy needs and their commitment to the environment.
EnergyOne estimated the cost of the project to be approximately $2.5 million. The company would be eligible for up to $2.25 million in tax credits and rebates. Upon completion of the design, application and permitting process, EnergyOne projects it could start construction in spring of 2011. VS Technology will join the project team to provide energy storage oversight. A megawatt is enough power for about 800 U.S. homes, according to the Energy Information Administration.
One of our most important responsibilities is to communicate with shareholders in an open and direct manner. Comments are based on current management expectations, and are considered "forward-looking statements," generally preceded by words such as "plans," "expects," "believes," "anticipates," or "intends." We cannot promise future returns. Our statements reflect our best judgment at the time they are issued, and we disclaim any obligation to update or alter forward-looking statements as the result of new information or future events. All State Properties Holdings, Inc. urges investors to review the risks and uncertainties contained within its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Monday, November 8, 2010
Solar Panels in England
Eighty-six glass panes on the roof of the Carriage Museum at Arlington Court, near Barnstaple, have been replaced with photovoltaic panels.
The trust said the panels will reduce electricity bills at the attraction.
It also hopes to generate an income of about £2,270 a year by selling the solar energy produced to electricity suppliers.
Royal carriages
Ana Chylack, Arlington Court's property manager, said: "We have worked hard across the property to reduce our energy consumption and it has already really made a difference to our bills."
The panels will generate up to 6.3 megawatt hours of electricity a year, saving about £600 on electricity bills.
The trust said the panels would also help protect the carriages by reducing the amount of ultraviolet light they are exposed to.
It said ultraviolet light could damage delicate fabric and wood.
The museum currently houses 46 horse-drawn carriages, including former royal ones.
Arlington Court is the 25th National Trust property to embrace green energy.
The organisation said it was hoping to cut its total energy consumption by 20% by 2020 and to switch to using renewable energy.
The trust said the panels will reduce electricity bills at the attraction.
It also hopes to generate an income of about £2,270 a year by selling the solar energy produced to electricity suppliers.
Royal carriages
Ana Chylack, Arlington Court's property manager, said: "We have worked hard across the property to reduce our energy consumption and it has already really made a difference to our bills."
The panels will generate up to 6.3 megawatt hours of electricity a year, saving about £600 on electricity bills.
The trust said the panels would also help protect the carriages by reducing the amount of ultraviolet light they are exposed to.
It said ultraviolet light could damage delicate fabric and wood.
The museum currently houses 46 horse-drawn carriages, including former royal ones.
Arlington Court is the 25th National Trust property to embrace green energy.
The organisation said it was hoping to cut its total energy consumption by 20% by 2020 and to switch to using renewable energy.
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Another Solar Energy Advocate
BIG power companies are making massive profits and paying more in dividends to governments than ever before... while consumers suffer with higher power bills in the midst of recession.
The NSW Auditor-General's report on NSW electricity companies released recently shows electricity entities gave over $1.4 billion to the Government in tax and dividends for 2009-10, up $200 million from the year before. It also showed electricity agencies' combined after-tax profit was a whopping $1.2 billion, about 50 per cent up on their $847 million in 2008-09. This is without a huge uptake of solar energy systems or solar power kits.
Pre-tax profits of distributors leapt from $661 million in 2008-09 to $965 million and generators' profit from $307 million to $465 million.
The Auditor-General's report also revealed one of the drivers of peak energy demand forcing up prices was the Labor Government's desalination plant. It said other factors included the federal Government's call to drop the Emissions Trading Scheme.
"Consumers will unfortunately face price rises of up to 42 per cent over the next three years, partly for infrastructure and partly for renewable energy targets." said Aaron Murray, Managing Director of Cleaner Energy, one of the most prominent Residential Solar System specialists on the Gold Coast, Australia.
"By switching to a Cleaner Energy Solar Power Kit, you can not only save money, but actually earn revenue from the power companies. Some of our clients earn upto $600 per year from their excess electricity." said Murray.
Imagine a life without an electricity bill, and opening the mail to receive your electricity check? Wake up! Call Cleaner Energy to discuss the options with a solar expert on 1800751338.
The NSW Auditor-General's report on NSW electricity companies released recently shows electricity entities gave over $1.4 billion to the Government in tax and dividends for 2009-10, up $200 million from the year before. It also showed electricity agencies' combined after-tax profit was a whopping $1.2 billion, about 50 per cent up on their $847 million in 2008-09. This is without a huge uptake of solar energy systems or solar power kits.
Pre-tax profits of distributors leapt from $661 million in 2008-09 to $965 million and generators' profit from $307 million to $465 million.
The Auditor-General's report also revealed one of the drivers of peak energy demand forcing up prices was the Labor Government's desalination plant. It said other factors included the federal Government's call to drop the Emissions Trading Scheme.
"Consumers will unfortunately face price rises of up to 42 per cent over the next three years, partly for infrastructure and partly for renewable energy targets." said Aaron Murray, Managing Director of Cleaner Energy, one of the most prominent Residential Solar System specialists on the Gold Coast, Australia.
"By switching to a Cleaner Energy Solar Power Kit, you can not only save money, but actually earn revenue from the power companies. Some of our clients earn upto $600 per year from their excess electricity." said Murray.
Imagine a life without an electricity bill, and opening the mail to receive your electricity check? Wake up! Call Cleaner Energy to discuss the options with a solar expert on 1800751338.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Solar Energy for Colorado
Colorado Springs Utilities put the project out to bid and heard back from 21 solar power providers, Romero said. Ultimately, the utility and Air Force Academy chose SunPower, the country’s largest manufacturer of traditional crystalline photovoltaic solar panels.
SunPower combines high-efficiency panels, operating at 22 percent efficiency, with a special sun-tracking technology to maximize energy production, SunPower President Jim Pape said.
He told a crowd of Air Force and town dignitaries at the groundbreaking ceremony on Monday that he felt they made the right choice in this very competitive bidding process.
He is confident the SunPower technology will make a big difference in the solar array’s production and that SunPower will outshine the 20 competitors they beat out for the contract. He said that if Colorado Springs Utilities and the Academy had partnered with anyone else, they likely would have been celebrating a four-megawatt system rather than a six-megawatt one.
“The difference is a big one,” Pape told the crowd.
Air Force Academy General Mike Gould congratulated those who brought the project to fruition.
“This is cool,” Gould said. “This is probably the best way I can think of to spend American Recovery and Reinvestment money.”
He said the project will reduce the Academy’s fossil fuel consumption by 11 percent, generate enough energy to power 1,600 four-person homes, make the Academy an example among Air Force bases around the world of how green energy can make a difference and save the base “half a million dollars a year, while we’re at it.”
SunPower combines high-efficiency panels, operating at 22 percent efficiency, with a special sun-tracking technology to maximize energy production, SunPower President Jim Pape said.
He told a crowd of Air Force and town dignitaries at the groundbreaking ceremony on Monday that he felt they made the right choice in this very competitive bidding process.
He is confident the SunPower technology will make a big difference in the solar array’s production and that SunPower will outshine the 20 competitors they beat out for the contract. He said that if Colorado Springs Utilities and the Academy had partnered with anyone else, they likely would have been celebrating a four-megawatt system rather than a six-megawatt one.
“The difference is a big one,” Pape told the crowd.
Air Force Academy General Mike Gould congratulated those who brought the project to fruition.
“This is cool,” Gould said. “This is probably the best way I can think of to spend American Recovery and Reinvestment money.”
He said the project will reduce the Academy’s fossil fuel consumption by 11 percent, generate enough energy to power 1,600 four-person homes, make the Academy an example among Air Force bases around the world of how green energy can make a difference and save the base “half a million dollars a year, while we’re at it.”
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