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America Green Solar Proud to Announce New Partnership with Eco Bru Toothbrushes
Our environment has been asking for help for years now and people are finally starting to take action. There is a reason why “small changes lead to big changes” is a fairly accurate statement, especially when it comes to this. The damage that has been done to our earth did not happen... - October 21, 2018 - SOLAREUM
Power2Peer Brings Blockchain Buzz to Boston
Blockchain buzz reached the heart of Boston’s Back Bay on Tuesday, as Power2Peer hosted another WeWork event focused on the future of energy distribution. Following a networking session, moderator and Power2Peer Founder/Chief Evangelist Dr. Nish Sonwalkar provided a brief overview of the central concepts underpinning the energy blockchain. Sonwalkar was then joined by three expert panelists who fielded questions both from the moderator and the audience. - October 17, 2018 - Power2Peer
The Latest Innovation from Horizon Packs Quite a Punch in High Power Fuel Cell Stacks
Scientists at Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies announce a breakthrough in ultra-thin, high performance graphite bipolar plate technology, laying the foundation to power next generation automotive Fuel Cells. Bipolar plates play an important role in Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Fuel Cells, as they... - October 16, 2018 - Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies
Abrado Direct Displacement UltraClean Saves Operator $200K
Abrado announces Successful Implementation of UltraClean; Balanced Direct Displacement for GOM operator - October 15, 2018 - Abrado Wellbore Services
Why AGS is Essential to the Environment’s Survival – UN Intergovernmental Panel Declaration
We may have hit an absolute low when it comes to climate change, this past week the UN’s intergovernmental panel declared the world had only a dozen years left to take the steps necessary to prevent a global warming catastrophe. Why is it so hard for people to address and take action when it... - October 14, 2018 - SOLAREUM
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System for Marin Country Club
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a 417 kW DC solar system at Marin Country Club in Novato, CA. The innovative solar PV system is one of the more significant sustainability measures Marin Country Club has deployed in recent years to deliver environmental and economic benefits to the Club and the North Bay community. - October 09, 2018 - SolarCraft
AGS’s Climate Week NYC Solar Brunch, the Aftermath
Last Sunday, America Green Solar hosted yet another “Solar Brunch” for this year’s Climate Week in New York City. There was a wide range of attendees at the event with different backgrounds and needs regarding the solar industry. From students who were sent there for class... - October 07, 2018 - SOLAREUM
The First Zero Emissions Blue Bird All American School Buses Delivered to Multiple California School Districts by A-Z Bus Sales
A-Z Bus Sales, Inc., a leading provider of transportation solutions, successfully delivered seven new All Electric - All American zero emissions school buses built by Blue Bird to multiple school districts in Southern California this past week. These buses were funded by South Coast Air Quality... - October 02, 2018 - A-Z Bus Sales Inc.
Genbright's Solar Assets Shine During First Major Test of New England’s New Power Market Design
On Wednesday, regulators in Massachusetts approved a new solar incentive program known as the SMART program, which stands for Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target. The program was designed to bring an additional 1,600 megawatts of solar projects online in Massachusetts. A significant share of this new solar is likely to be co-located with energy storage projects. - September 27, 2018 - Genbright LLC
Conti Solar Constructing the Largest Solar Project in Rhode Island
Full Service EPC, Conti Solar Is Building the Largest Solar Installation in Rhode Island for Leading Northeastern Solar Project Developer, Southern Sky Renewable Energy. - September 27, 2018 - CS Energy
Green Rhino Announces the RhinoEnergy Battery Storage Product Line
Green Rhino announced, at the Solar Power International 2018 in Anaheim CA, the launch of their RhinoEnergy Storage product line based on Lead Crystal Batteries and including Schneider inverter technology. The units come in 2.3, 4.6, 9.3 and 18.6 KWh storage capacities. Their largest model, the... - September 26, 2018 - Green Rhino Energy
Introducing ION PRO Services, LLC a One-Stop-Shop That Combines Core Values with Innovative Hot Tapping Solutions
ION PRO Services, LLC wants you to know they can handle the pressure, up to 5000 psi to be exact. Although a new company, leaders at ION PRO Services are combining a customer-centric culture, values such as truth and transparency, and more than 20 years of experience to offer oil and gas a full... - September 24, 2018 - ION PRO Services, LLC
Morningstar Introduces "Energy Storage Partner" Program at SPI
A leader in solar charging technology, the company inaugurates a program with 5 high-profile lithium battery brands to make advanced storage easier and more seamless for installers. - September 24, 2018 - Morningstar Corporation
Solar FlexRack Mounting Technology Installed in the Largest Landfill Solar Project in Maryland
Annapolis Renewable Energy Park was installed with high-quality Solar FlexRack B3P-X racking. At 18.1 MW, the solar plant is the largest solar landfill project in Maryland. - September 24, 2018 - Solar FlexRack
Solar FlexRack Will Feature First Solar Series 6 Racking Solutions at Solar Power International, September 25-27 in Anaheim, California
Solar FlexRack™, a division of Northern States Metals and an innovative leader in solar tracker, mounting and project support services, will be exhibiting at Solar Power International 2018. Solar FlexRack will feature their First Solar racking solutions for Series 6 and demonstrating their... - September 23, 2018 - Solar FlexRack
America Green Solar Has Partnered with Clean Air NY
AGS is excited to announce a new partnership with Clean Air NY, a program dedicated to helping reduce air pollution in the New York metropolitan area. Clean Air NY aims to show people how small, everyday actions can create a long lasting impact in improving air quality. Through their shared... - September 23, 2018 - SOLAREUM
SolarCraft Completes Installation of Solar Power System at Anette’s Chocolates Production Facility - Napa Valley Chocolate Factory Goes Solar & Enjoys Reduced Energy Cost
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 54.3 kW solar power system at Anette’s Chocolate Factory, providing 100% of the electrical needs for its Napa, CA production facility. Designed and built by SolarCraft, the new system will reduce Anette’s utility costs by over $23,000 every year, while reducing the load on the local utility grid. - September 19, 2018 - SolarCraft
World Rivers Day 2018 Set for September 23rd. World Rivers Day Promotes Stewardship, Increases Awareness and Encourages River Conservation.
World Rivers Day 2018, set for September 23 (always the fourth Sunday in September), is a global celebration of our rivers. The event strives to increase public awareness of the values of our waterways while also promoting the need for sound river stewardship. The day's festivities will range from stream clean-ups and habitat restoration activities to educational programs and community riverside celebrations. More than 70 countries and millions of people will participate. - September 17, 2018 - World Rivers Day
BMS Direct, Inc. - Reducing Carbon Footprint with Tesla and EV Sales Vehicle
“310 Miles - Longest Range on the market.” - Tesla Model 3 - September 16, 2018 - BMS Direct Inc.
BMS Direct, Inc. Debuts Tesla and EV “Electric Vehicle” Charging Stations
It’s easier to stay charged-up these days in Lynchburg, VA. - September 16, 2018 - BMS Direct Inc.
SunShare Secures $11 Million in Construction and Term Financing
Community solar leader building 8.2 MWdc of solar projects in Minnesota. - September 15, 2018 - SunShare
Mesa Technical Associates, Inc. to Acquire Lead-Acid Battery Business from Alcad in North America
Mesa Technical Associates, Inc. acquires lead-acid battery business from Alcad in North America. Alcad will now focus exclusively on providing full battery solutions and services based on its flagship nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) products. Mesa will expand its lead-acid battery product and service offering to its customers in the utilities and industrial sectors. - September 13, 2018 - Mesa Technical Associates
Former Moody’s Corporate Governance Expert Joins Leaders Arena to Advise Companies
Leaders Arena, a UK and US-based ESG corporate advisor, further expands in the U.S. and Canada with the appointment of Chris Plath, former Vice President and Corporate Governance Specialist at Moody’s Investors Service. In a recent study, LA valued the ESG investor market opportunity for listed companies at USD 5.1tn. - September 13, 2018 - Leaders Arena Limited
Minigrid Pioneer RVE.SOL Inks Deal with Major Infrastructure Partner Egis and Energy Investor G7 to Bring Renewable Electricity to the Kenyan Masses
Latest round of investment signals minigrids ready to scale to electrify and provide clean water for up to 50,000 people in Busia County, Western Kenya. - September 12, 2018 - RVE.SOL
Wildcat Discovery Technologies Expands Electrolyte Additive Technologies Available for License
New additives enable increased lithium-ion cycle life, coulombic efficiency and thermal stability. - September 11, 2018 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
America Green Solar Hosts "Solar Brunch" at Climate Week 2018
For the second year in a row, America Green Solar is honored to announce that they will be hosting a brunch event in collaboration with Climate Week NYC. Climate Week is a huge event whose aim is to “showcase amazing climate action” and discuss the ways in which, we as a society, can do... - September 09, 2018 - SOLAREUM
6 Key Reasons to Attend the 13th Annual Sell-Out Series on Energy from Waste
EfW Policy and The Waste Hierarchy: Don't miss the opening keynote from Dawn Woodward, Deputy Head, Resources and Waste, DEFRA, on the latest updates on England’s resource and waste strategy surrounding waste policy. The Department of Transport will be providing an in depth overview of the... - September 08, 2018 - SAE Media Group
B-TEC Systems Reduce Utility Bills with Infrared
B-TEC Systems explain how short wave infrared can save thousands on fuel bills. - September 07, 2018 - B-TEC Systems Inc.
Transcontinental Electric Skateboard Ride by 61 Year Old Skateboarder
Morro Bay Skateboard Museum founder, Jack Smith (61), has resumed his electric skateboard ride across America. His original 2016 ride began in Eugene, Oregon and ended in Mountain Home, Idaho after 460 miles. His second attempt began on August 16th, 2018 in Mountain Home, Idaho. The e-board ride... - September 04, 2018 - Morro Bay Skateboard Museum
America Green Solar Introduces Their Green Team Program
America Green Solar was founded with a mission in mind: to Paint America Green. The company works to stay on the cutting edge of the environmental sector, whether through utilising cutting edge technology, streamlining the Solar sales process, or expanding its reach beyond sustainability and into... - September 02, 2018 - SOLAREUM
Colorado's Solar Power Leader, EcoMark Solar, is Making Changes to Help Even More Coloradans
EcoMark Solar recently announced a leadership change. - September 01, 2018 - EcoMark Solar
Introducing Tydrolyte, a Better Performing, Less Toxic, Drop-In Replacement for Sulfuric Acid in Lead Batteries
Performance needs of hybrid electric vehicles and other modern applications are requiring the lead battery to evolve. Tydrolyte is a new electrolyte that offers critical performance improvements and is a less toxic drop-in replacement for sulfuric acid in lead batteries. It can be adopted into the manufacturing process without additional capital costs. - September 01, 2018 - Tydrolyte LLC
iSolarWorld (iSW) - a Comprehensive Information Aggregator on US Solar Industry
Following the significant growth of the solar sector in US, Market Quotient has launched a website named, iSolarWorld, solely dedicated to the solar industry. - August 29, 2018 - iSolarWorld
Exciting East African Energy Projects in Progress at Future Energy East Africa in Nairobi
Energy project developers and investors in East Africa are all talking about the huge impact that mini grids and off grid power projects can make as the region plays catch-up in its generation capacity. Several exciting projects will be in focus at the 20th edition of the Future Energy East Africa... - August 29, 2018 - Future Energy East Africa
Solar FlexRack Mounting Solution Installed in Exyte Energy (formerly M+W Energy) Landfill Solar Project in Massachusetts
Solar FlexRack’s Series B (ballasted) Pre-Cast solar mounting technology was selected for its unique design, meeting the stringent requirements of the highly regulated landfill segment of large-scale solar installations. - August 29, 2018 - Solar FlexRack
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System at New Life Christian Center; Novato Church Goes Solar and Cuts Energy Expenses
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay solar installer for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 111 kW DC solar system at New Life Christian Center in Novato, CA. The system is designed to offset close to 93% of their annual utility bills for the church and school facilities. New Life is reducing their operating costs by thousands every month and stabilizing energy expenses for decades to come. - August 28, 2018 - SolarCraft
Los Angeles’ National Drive Electric Week Event “Charge Up LA!, an Electric Vehicle Event
The electric vehicle community comes together to inspire, educate, and connect sustainable consumers for “Charge Up LA!, an Electric Vehicle event. - August 27, 2018 - Charge Up LA!
America Green Solar is Set to Attend Riis Park Beach Bazaar
Renewable energy never takes a break and neither does America Green Solar. This upcoming Sunday, the 26th of August, AGS is taking its passion for the environment to the Riis Park Beach Bazaar in order to meet people from the New York area. The Riis Park Beach Bazaar is located in Rockaway Park... - August 26, 2018 - SOLAREUM
Sunho Biodiesel Corporation: Pure Biodiesel Can be Cost-Effective for City Bus to Overcome Air Pollution
Using waste grease, pure biodiesel (B100) from ET Process® is a cost competitive alternative to diesel. - August 23, 2018 - Sunho Biodiesel Corporation
Ørsted Announce Plans for Offshore Wind Farm to Power 1 Million Homes, Ahead of Speaking at Benelux Infrastructure Forum 2018
SMi Reports: Ørsted, the largest energy company in Denmark and one of 17+ expert speakers at Benelux Infrastructure Forum 2018, plan offshore wind farm to power 1 million homes. - August 23, 2018 - SAE Media Group
SolarCraft Installs Solar Power for Sleepy Hollow Presbyterian Church - San Anselmo Church Saves Thousands with Solar Electricity
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay solar installer for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 5.7 kW DC solar system at Sleepy Hollow Presbyterian Church in San Anselmo, CA. Designed and built by SolarCraft, the North Bay Church’s system will reduce their carbon footprint and provide 100% of their electricity needs to power their facility. - August 21, 2018 - SolarCraft
Breaking New Grounds - Sustainable Development
The Youth Assembly’s 22nd edition has officially come to an end and America Green Solar was truly honored to be a part of it. It seems fairly obvious, but the goal of the event was to target the youth and each company had a different mission on how to achieve it. America Green Solar’s... - August 19, 2018 - SOLAREUM
Boston Energy Blockchain Power2Peer Launches Crowdfunding Campaign
A Boston-based startup has launched a crowdfunding equity sale to fund a blockchain-enabled solar microgrid project. - August 13, 2018 - Power2Peer
NABCEP’s Board Certifications Become the Global Standard for Renewable Energy Professionals
NABCEP’s PV Installation Professional Exam is available at over 370 test sites in 97 countries. - August 13, 2018 - North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners
European Commission Reaches Agreement on Renewable Energy Target with Parliament and Council, Ahead of Speaking at SMi's Benelux Infrastructure Forum 2018
SMi Reports: The European Commission, Parliament and Council have reached an agreement for increasing renewable energy use in Europe, as the European Commission prepares to speak at the 17th annual Benelux Infrastructure Forum. - August 10, 2018 - SAE Media Group
America Green Solar Going Against Unclean Energy
August 1st 2018, officially marks Earth Overshoot Day. When we think of Earth, we think it will supply us for a lifetime. According to Global Footprint Network (GFN) we have used the equivalent of 1.7 Earths to support human civilization. The result of this causes economic damage, pollution,... - August 05, 2018 - SOLAREUM
Sharp SmartStorage® Energy Storage System Plus Solar Installed at ILM Tool’s 25,000 Square-Foot Bay Area Machine Shop
Estimates show that ILM Tool’s SmartStorage® system is expected to decrease the facility’s demand by approximately 240 kW annually. - August 03, 2018 - Sharp ESSG
America Green Solar Joining the Local Community
America Green Solar joined with the community along with Hollis Presbyterian Church at 10 a.m-6 p.m on July 20th, 2018. The street fair event was held for many organizations to come together and build a growing relationship. This summer event took place in Queens, New York. The AGS team is pleased... - July 29, 2018 - SOLAREUM
Highview Power a Finalist for Utility-Scale Storage Project of the Year
Pilsworth LAES Plant nominated for distinguished Solar Power Portal and Energy Storage News Awards 2018. - July 28, 2018 - Highview Power
Solarponics Recognized for Providing Jobs and Clean Energy in California
The Solar Power World Top Solar Contractors List includes Atascadero-based solar firm, Solarponics, which employs 47 local professionals. - July 26, 2018 - Solarponics