USA: ReneSola Ltd and Positive Energy Inc., New Mexico's leading residential and commercial solar installer, have announced three 2.5-kilowatt solar grants for non-profit organizations in Las Cruces, Santa Fe, and Albuquerque, New Mexico.
"Positive Energy Solar is committed to clean, affordable solar electricity in our communities," said Regina Wheeler, CEO of Positive Energy Solar. "Through these grants, non-profits that might not otherwise be able to, can reduce long-term energy costs and use clean, renewable energy that is aligned with their values."
"ReneSola is humbled to have been asked by Positive Energy Solar to support a program that is providing solar for not only the most creative and deserving non-profits, but also for the community as a whole," said Brian Armentrout, director of marketing at ReneSola. "We'll use social media throughout the campaign, allowing people to help us decide where the systems will be best utilized. Both Positive Energy Solar and ReneSola understand the importance of providing such donations and capitalizing on this effort to educate the public about the tremendous financial and environmental benefits associated with solar electricity."
ReneSola's CEO, Xianshou Li, added: "It is a pleasure to work with Positive Energy Solar to help non-profits utilize clean, renewable energy. We look forward to taking this step with them in advocating a broader use of solar power."
The first step in the process is for applicants to create a video about how having solar power would benefit their organization. The videos will be posted on the solar grants Facebook page and the organizations whose videos get the most likes will make it to the next stage of evaluation.
Friday, May 17, 2013
Blue Earth completes construction of two more solar PV projects in California Desert
USA: Blue Earth Inc. announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Xnergy Inc., finalized the construction of two renewable energy projects utilizing solar PV (photovoltaic) technology.
The two projects include a 60 kilowatt (kw) system for Leja Farms in Coachella, CA and a 55 kw system for Vessey & Co. in Holtville, CA. Leja Farms is a leading producer of dates in California while Vessey & Co. offers over 25 different types of fruits and vegetables grown chemically and organically on over 10,000 acres.
The combined value of the contracts is over $530,000. In addition to being the general contractor and EPC ("Engineering, Procurement and Construction") provider on the project, Xnergy's service department is also contracted to maintain the systems for at least the next five years.
The projects were eligible for significant government and utility incentives, including the federal government's 1603 program, which awards a cash grant of 30 percent of the eligible project price in lieu of a tax credit. Additional considerable incentives came from the local municipal utility. Combined, the solar power plants will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by offsetting 133 metric tons of CO2 per year.
The two projects include a 60 kilowatt (kw) system for Leja Farms in Coachella, CA and a 55 kw system for Vessey & Co. in Holtville, CA. Leja Farms is a leading producer of dates in California while Vessey & Co. offers over 25 different types of fruits and vegetables grown chemically and organically on over 10,000 acres.
The combined value of the contracts is over $530,000. In addition to being the general contractor and EPC ("Engineering, Procurement and Construction") provider on the project, Xnergy's service department is also contracted to maintain the systems for at least the next five years.
The projects were eligible for significant government and utility incentives, including the federal government's 1603 program, which awards a cash grant of 30 percent of the eligible project price in lieu of a tax credit. Additional considerable incentives came from the local municipal utility. Combined, the solar power plants will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by offsetting 133 metric tons of CO2 per year.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
REC Solar completes pioneering Colorado community solar project
USA: REC Solar announced the completion of a 500 kilowatt community solar project in Boulder, Colorado.
The Boulder Cowdery Meadows Solar Array is the first community solar project completed under Xcel Energy’s Solar*Rewards Community program, under which any utility ratepayer can directly purchase energy from a “solar garden” and immediately save money on monthly electricity bills.
REC Solar designed and built the array, while Clean Energy Collective (CEC) will operate and maintain the system. REC Solar has additional Solar*Rewards Community projects under development and construction for completion later this year.
“This innovative model expands solar access to all Xcel Energy customers who are interested in the carbon-reducing and cost-savings benefits of solar, regardless of location or income,” said Andy Noel, director of Utility Scale EPC at REC Solar. “The program’s popularity demonstrates widespread interest from Colorado consumers and businesses in accessing affordable solar power.”
Xcel Energy’s Solar Rewards Community program extends the cost-savings benefits of renewable energy to many groups who previously could not go solar, including renters, those with shaded properties, and residents without the financial means to purchase or finance an array. Homeowners and businesses can now purchase as little as one kilowatt or enough to power their entire electricity load.
The Boulder Cowdery Meadows Solar Array is the first community solar project completed under Xcel Energy’s Solar*Rewards Community program, under which any utility ratepayer can directly purchase energy from a “solar garden” and immediately save money on monthly electricity bills.
REC Solar designed and built the array, while Clean Energy Collective (CEC) will operate and maintain the system. REC Solar has additional Solar*Rewards Community projects under development and construction for completion later this year.
“This innovative model expands solar access to all Xcel Energy customers who are interested in the carbon-reducing and cost-savings benefits of solar, regardless of location or income,” said Andy Noel, director of Utility Scale EPC at REC Solar. “The program’s popularity demonstrates widespread interest from Colorado consumers and businesses in accessing affordable solar power.”
Xcel Energy’s Solar Rewards Community program extends the cost-savings benefits of renewable energy to many groups who previously could not go solar, including renters, those with shaded properties, and residents without the financial means to purchase or finance an array. Homeowners and businesses can now purchase as little as one kilowatt or enough to power their entire electricity load.
SolarCity and Goldman Sachs create largest US rooftop solar lease financing platform
USA: SolarCity announced a lease financing agreement with Goldman Sachs to fund more than $500 million in solar power projects; an estimated 110 megawatts in generation capacity for homeowners and businesses.
The financing makes it possible for homeowners, businesses, government and other non-profit organizations to install solar panels with no upfront cost and pay less for clean, solar electricity than they currently pay for utility bills. The agreement was initiated in 2012 and expanded per its initial terms at the end of April.
The combined lease financing is the largest of its kind announced in the US for homeowners’ rooftops. The financing has already enabled approximately 26 megawatts (MW) of new solar generation to be deployed, and the remainder is reflected in the 158 MW of available financing as of May 10, 2013 reported in SolarCity’s announcement of financial results earlier this week.
The financing makes it possible for homeowners, businesses, government and other non-profit organizations to install solar panels with no upfront cost and pay less for clean, solar electricity than they currently pay for utility bills. The agreement was initiated in 2012 and expanded per its initial terms at the end of April.
The combined lease financing is the largest of its kind announced in the US for homeowners’ rooftops. The financing has already enabled approximately 26 megawatts (MW) of new solar generation to be deployed, and the remainder is reflected in the 158 MW of available financing as of May 10, 2013 reported in SolarCity’s announcement of financial results earlier this week.
JinkoSolar intros new series of highly efficient modules
CHINA: JinkoSolar Holding Co. Ltd unveiled its new series 'Eagle II' solar modules at the 7th SNEC International Photovoltaic Power Generation Conference & Exhibition in Shanghai.
Like its predecessor, the 'Eagle II' series represents another new standard for high performance and reliability by reaching peak power output of approximately 260-270 Watts for a 60-cell module; one of the highest power outputs on the PV market nowadays.
The "Eagle II" solar module utilizes polycrystalline cells to deliver increased efficiency through decreased electrical resistance. Like the 'Eagle I', the new series of modules are certified under extreme weather conditions of 85 Degrees Celsius and 85% relative humidity (PID free). The 'Eagle II' serie is consistent with JinkoSolar high quality standards of performance, degradation and safety.
With the attractive appearance of a black panel laminated with black frame and dark blue polycrystalline solar cells, the 'Eagle II' series is designed for both rooftops as well as ground mounting systems.
Like its predecessor, the 'Eagle II' series represents another new standard for high performance and reliability by reaching peak power output of approximately 260-270 Watts for a 60-cell module; one of the highest power outputs on the PV market nowadays.
The "Eagle II" solar module utilizes polycrystalline cells to deliver increased efficiency through decreased electrical resistance. Like the 'Eagle I', the new series of modules are certified under extreme weather conditions of 85 Degrees Celsius and 85% relative humidity (PID free). The 'Eagle II' serie is consistent with JinkoSolar high quality standards of performance, degradation and safety.
With the attractive appearance of a black panel laminated with black frame and dark blue polycrystalline solar cells, the 'Eagle II' series is designed for both rooftops as well as ground mounting systems.
Mosaic's biggest solar project ever tops $1 million
USA: With the carbon dioxide level at its highest in human history and more than half the population worried about climate change, many Americans are looking for an easy way to minimize their carbon footprint and expedite the transition to a clean energy economy.
Mosaic, an online marketplace for high-quality solar project investments, is catching on as an option for those who want to make an impact investment and earn steady returns ranging from 4.5-6.38 percent per year.* For the estimated 75 percent of Americans who can't go solar on their own roofs, Mosaic offers a way to help promote solar power generation.
Mosaic, an online marketplace for high-quality solar project investments, is catching on as an option for those who want to make an impact investment and earn steady returns ranging from 4.5-6.38 percent per year.* For the estimated 75 percent of Americans who can't go solar on their own roofs, Mosaic offers a way to help promote solar power generation.
Boston's largest solar rooftop development brought to life by FireFlower Alternative Energy
USA: Local company FireFlower Alternative Energy has partnered with First Highland Management & Development to develop the largest rooftop solar array in the City of Boston.
The project is located in the Boston/Dedham Commerce Park at 65 Sprague Street. The solar array covers 120,000 square feet of rooftop and has a 974-kilowatt capacity.
FireFlower Alternative Energy was founded in 2008 by entrepreneur Kathleen C. Doyle . Ms. Doyle has extensive expertise in solar, wind, and biofuel development, combined with over 20 years' experience in commercial real estate. A business leader with a passion for sustainable living, Ms. Doyle fuels her own vehicle with waste vegetable oil. In order to confirm for clients the promise and effectiveness of solar, a photovoltaic (PV) system has been powering the entire electric demand at her family's home for over six years.
The project is located in the Boston/Dedham Commerce Park at 65 Sprague Street. The solar array covers 120,000 square feet of rooftop and has a 974-kilowatt capacity.
FireFlower Alternative Energy was founded in 2008 by entrepreneur Kathleen C. Doyle . Ms. Doyle has extensive expertise in solar, wind, and biofuel development, combined with over 20 years' experience in commercial real estate. A business leader with a passion for sustainable living, Ms. Doyle fuels her own vehicle with waste vegetable oil. In order to confirm for clients the promise and effectiveness of solar, a photovoltaic (PV) system has been powering the entire electric demand at her family's home for over six years.
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