The leading U.S. solar electricity module manufacturers and systems integrators announced today that they had joined forces to form The Solar alliance and appointed the Hon. Claudine Schneider, former five-term U.S. congresswoman from Rhode Island, as the group’s first president.
The Solar Alliance will focus its efforts on supporting state lawmakers, regulators and utilities in their efforts to establish more effective solar policies and programs throughout the United States.
Inaugural members of The Solar Alliance include: American Solar Electric, BP Solar, Conergy (CEYHF.PK), DT Solar, Energy Innovations, Evergreen Solar (NASDAQ ESLR), First Solar (FSLR), Kyocera Solar (NYSE KYO), Mitsubishi Electric, MMA Renewable Ventures, PPM Energy, Inc. REC Solar, Sanyo Energy (TYO-SANYY), Schott Solar, Sharp Solar, SolarWorld, SPG Solar, Sun Edison, SunPower (SPWR), Suntech (NYSE STP), United Solar and Xantrex (XTX.TL).
“Solar energy has captured the imagination of a diverse group of businesses and homeowners around the country as a way to gain control over electricity prices and contribute positively to the environment at the same time,” said Claudine Schneider, President of The Solar Alliance. “We want to offer our experience and assistance to the governors, state legislators and regulators as they devise policies and programs to respond to the growing demand for solar by their constituents. It is also our intention to form coalitions with corporations, grass roots organizations, academic institutions as well as local governments that advocate solar energy so that we may all speak with one, stronger voice.”
“We are extremely grateful to have been able to attract such an experienced policymaker as Claudine Schneider to be our president,” said Mark Farber, vice president of strategic planning for Evergreen Solar and chairman of the board of The Solar Alliance. “In addition to her five terms in Congress, where she authored legislation that advanced energy efficiency and renewable energy in the U.S., she has been a strategic advisor to a variety of renewable energy groups, including National Grid, EPA Climate Leaders, the Center for Resource Solutions, the American Solar Energy Society and the Climate Institute. Her experience and contacts will be invaluable to us as we work to help the states adopt cost-effective solar policies.”
In addition to its efforts with the states, The Solar Alliance works closely with the Solar Energy Industries Association and supports that group’s efforts to pursue solar policies on a national level.
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PowerG Grid-Tie Solar System offers this grid-tie solar system that is designed for residential and commercial applications. The kit provides an investment-grade array of solar panels, inverters, racking and technical support to capture the power of the sun for your home or business. High-performance 240 Watt, 72 cell monocrystalline solar panels (64.6in.L x 39.1in.W x 1.8in.H) collect power and heavy-duty, 60Hz based inverter converts solar energy to grid-tie compliant AC power. Call 888-955-3469 for a free online site evaluation and quote. Common Usage: Grid-Tie System, Panel Type: Monocrystalline, Solar Panel Wattage: 240 Per panel, Rated Watts (kW): 2.18, Dimensions L x W (in.): 64 5/8 x 39 1/8, Thickness (in.): 1 13/16, Material Type: 72 Cell monocrystalline, Solar Panels Included (qty.): 9, Battery Qty.: 0, Mounting Hardware Included: Yes Reduce or even eliminate electrical bills; in some cases system can spin meter backwards and sell excess electricity back to the utility
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Optimizes all solar panels charge rates. Prevents over/under charging. Full time desulphation pulses safely extends life and performance of all batteries. Features exclusive U.S. Patented PulseMode desulphation circuitry, designed to safely remove sulphation. Charges: Yes, Maintains: Yes, Desulfates: Yes, Conditioner: Yes, Works With: All batteries / 12V lead-acid, Amps: .45, Trickle Charge Amps: Regulated up to 0.45 as needed, Charges Multiple Batteries (qty.): 1, Overcharge Protection: Yes, Polarity Reversal Protection: Yes, Power Source: Solar panel, Power Cord (ft.): 20 Not for use with aircraft batteries
So here’s a nice “Who’s Who” list of photovoltaic solar panel manufacturers, a few of them publicly traded…
“Inaugural members of The Solar Alliance include:
American Solar Electric, BP Solar, Conergy (CEYHF.PK), DT Solar, Energy Innovations, Evergreen Solar (NASDAQ ESLR), First Solar (FSLR), Kyocera Solar (NYSE KYO), Mitsubishi Electric, MMA Renewable Ventures, PPM Energy, Inc. REC Solar, Sanyo Energy (TYO-SANYY), Schott Solar, Sharp Solar, SolarWorld, SPG Solar, Sun Edison, SunPower (SPWR), Suntech (NYSE STP), United Solar and Xantrex (XTX.TL).”
We were able to do a cursory check on the list:
CONERGY AG HAMBURG (CEYHF.PK)appears to be a startup as info is sparse but Yahoo India shows it trading at $82US today.
Evergreen Solar Inc (ESLR:NASDAQ)is trading below its 52 week average.
First Solar (FSLR) is trading near its 52 week high.
Kyocera (KYO) is a diversified corporation flying under the radar as far as its solar panel production is concerned. Its coming back from the summer market swoon. Prior to that it was powering above 52 week high.
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So here’s a nice “Who’s Who” list of photovoltaic solar panel manufacturers, a few of them publicly traded…
“Inaugural members of The Solar Alliance include:
American Solar Electric, BP Solar, Conergy (CEYHF.PK), DT Solar, Energy Innovations, Evergreen Solar (NASDAQ ESLR), First Solar (FSLR), Kyocera Solar (NYSE KYO), Mitsubishi Electric, MMA Renewable Ventures, PPM Energy, Inc. REC Solar, Sanyo Energy (TYO-SANYY), Schott Solar, Sharp Solar, SolarWorld, SPG Solar, Sun Edison, SunPower (SPWR), Suntech (NYSE STP), United Solar and Xantrex (XTX.TL).”
We were able to do a cursory check on the list:
CONERGY AG HAMBURG (CEYHF.PK)appears to be a startup as info is sparse but Yahoo India shows it trading at $82US today.
Evergreen Solar Inc (ESLR:NASDAQ)is trading below its 52 week average.
First Solar (FSLR) is trading near its 52 week high.
Kyocera (KYO) is a diversified corporation flying under the radar as far as its solar panel production is concerned. Its coming back from the summer market swoon. Prior to that it was powering above 52 week high.