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SolarCraft - Marin, Sonoma & Napa Solar Energy & Battery Storage Leader Celebrates Forty Years of Business

SolarCraft, the renowned leader in clean energy solutions, proudly celebrates 40 years of dedication to its mission of harnessing the power of the sun to create a more resilient and sustainable North Bay region. Since its establishment in 1984, SolarCraft has been at the forefront of solar energy and battery backup installations, serving Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties with innovative and reliable renewable energy solutions. - April 12, 2024 - SolarCraft

Renewable Green Hydrogen Production Technology Success by Thomas Institute for Technology Research

8 year Study by Thomas Institute for Technology Research invention technology for extraction of hydrogen from seawater in Proof of Concept Prototype having hundreds of potential applications. - April 10, 2024 - Thomas Institute for Technology Research

SolarCraft Delivers Eco-Friendly Solar Energy Solution to Encore Event Rentals in Windsor - Sonoma County's Top Events Rental Company

SolarCraft, serving Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties since 1984, completes a 227 kW solar energy system installation at Encore Event Rentals in Windsor, CA. Located in Sonoma County, Encore Event Rentals is poised to save more than $100,000 annually in electricity costs by harnessing clean, sustainable solar power for its operations. This decision also acts as a safeguard against escalating rates from PG&E. - April 09, 2024 - SolarCraft

SolarCraft Provides Third Solar Energy Installation for Sweetwater Spectrum in Sonoma - Groundbreaking Solar-Powered Community for Adults with Autism Boosts Solar Energy

SolarCraft, operating in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties, announces the completion of a 16.4 kW solar energy system addition at Sweetwater Spectrum Community, a residential development geared specifically for adults with autism in Sonoma, CA. This is the third solar energy installation by SolarCraft for Sweetwater. This additional solar installation powers a newly constructed residential unit at their facility. - March 22, 2024 - SolarCraft

SolarCraft Provides Sustainable Solar Energy Solution for Advanced Collision Repair in Rohnert Park - Sonoma County Premier Auto Repair Adopts Renewable Energy

SolarCraft, operating in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties, announces the completion of a 33.8 kW solar energy system at Advanced Collision Repair Solutions in Rohnert Park, CA. Situated within Sonoma County, Advanced Collision Repair Solutions is set to gain an approximate $15,570 in yearly electricity savings by utilizing clean, sustainable solar energy to power its operations. This move also serves as insulation against the rising rates from PG&E. - March 16, 2024 - SolarCraft

Applied Materials’ Equipment Market Share Plummets 5% Below ASML in 2023 Says The Information Network

Applied Materials relinquishment of its top position - a status it maintained for two decades, with the exception of 2019 when ASML previously claimed the lead, according to the report “Global Semiconductor Equipment: Markets, Market Shares and Market Forecasts,” recently published by... - March 07, 2024 - The Information Network

Taiwan Semiconductor (TSMC) Raising Prices 8.7% in 2024 as Revenue Growth Underperforms Customers Says The Information Network

TSMC, a Taiwanese semiconductor foundry, makes artificial intelligence processors for Nvidia and AMD. Yet its revenue growth and stock price performance underperformed that of its two customers, according to the report “Global Semiconductor Equipment: Markets, Market Shares and Market... - March 06, 2024 - The Information Network

Smartville, Inc. Proudly Welcomes Mrs. Stephanie Aretz as New Chief Operating Officer

Smartville, Inc., a trailblazer in sustainable energy solutions and a trendsetter in repurposing electric vehicle batteries, is delighted to announce the appointment of Mrs. Stephanie Aretz as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Mrs. Aretz's vast experience and profound leadership in the... - February 15, 2024 - Smartville, Inc.

Semiconductor Equipment Downturn Will Continue Through H1 2024 Says The Information Network

A significant slowdown in semiconductor equipment sales over the past two years will continue to slow in the first half of 2024, according to the report entitled “Global Semiconductor Equipment: Markets, Market Shares and Market Forecasts.” recently published by The Information Network,... - February 01, 2024 - The Information Network

SolarCraft Empowers Kaiser Permanente in San Rafael with Sustainable Solar Energy Solution

Marin County’s 111 Partners Successfully Implements Renewable Energy - SolarCraft, operating in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties, announces the completion of a 95.5 kW solar energy system at 111 Smith Ranch Road in San Rafael, CA. The building is currently occupied by Kaiser Permanente Psychiatry and Chemical Dependency Services, serving the North Bay area of California. This solar installation is anticipated to yield thousands in annual utility savings for Kaiser. - January 30, 2024 - SolarCraft

Nexamp Announces Second Headquarters in Chicago as It Expands Community Solar Across Illinois and the Midwest

Nexamp hosted Governor JB Pritzker in announcing it has chosen Chicago as the site of its second national headquarters. - January 27, 2024 - Nexamp

Applied Materials Dethroned as Semiconductor Equipment Leader by ASML Says The Information Network

ASML overtook Applied Materials as the top wafer front end (WFE) Semiconductor Equipment supplier in 2023, according to the report entitled Global Semiconductor Equipment: Markets, Market Shares and Market Forecasts,” recently published by The Information Network, (www.theinformationnet.com) a New Tripoli, PA-based market research company. - January 15, 2024 - The Information Network

A 2024 EV Slowdown Will be Negative Silicon Carbide Chip Market Says the Information Network

The increasing adoption of EVs is driving a surge in demand for advanced chips, particularly those manufactured with silicon carbide (SiC). Some segments of the EV industry are slowing, reducing demand for SIC devices, according to the report entitled "Power Semiconductors: Markets, Materials... - January 15, 2024 - The Information Network

SolarCraft Brightens Bluerock Vineyards with Sustainable Solar Energy System in Alexander Valley

SolarCraft, serving Marin, Sonoma and Napa counties, announces the completion of 49 kW solar energy system at Bluerock Vineyards, nestled in the beautiful Alexander Valley of Sonoma County. This collaboration marks a significant stride for Bluerock Vineyards towards a more sustainable and eco-friendly future. - December 12, 2023 - SolarCraft

Norwich Solar Announces Expansion of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Services

Under the Norwich Technologies parent company, Norwich Solar focuses on EPC for strategic growth and greater impact in the renewable energy sector. - October 17, 2023 - Norwich Technologies

GreenGo: Davide Mormile (Former Siemens), New Chief Technical Officer (CTO)

GreenGo, a leading renewable energy company, is pleased to announce several essential personnel developments in its new strategic track as Light IPP in the Italian energy transition market. These changes include the arrival of top manager Davide Mormile as Chief Technical Officer (CTO). With an... - October 12, 2023 - GreenGo Srl

ASML to Top WFE Semiconductor Equipment in 2023, Overtaking Applied Materials Says The Information Network

ASML will overtake Applied Materials as the top WFE Semiconductor Equipment supplier in 2023, according to the report entitled Global Semiconductor Equipment: Markets, Market Shares and Market Forecasts.” recently published by The Information Network, (www.theinformationnet.com) a New... - September 29, 2023 - The Information Network

Honig Vineyard and Winery in Napa Valley Boosts Sustainable Viticulture with SolarCraft Solar Panel Installation

SolarCraft, serving Marin, Sonoma and Napa counties, recently completed the installation of 184.4 kW DC solar electric power system at Honig Vineyard and Winery in Rutherford, Napa Valley. Honig will cut their electricity costs for many decades and reduce their dependency on increasingly volatile utility energy sources. Significantly reducing their carbon footprint will yield benefits for both their neighboring communities and their financial performance. - September 07, 2023 - SolarCraft

PVpallet and Heliene Join Forces to Provide Low Carbon Premium Reusable Packaging for Solar Modules

The partnership will create a more efficient and sustainable supply chain for the domestic solar industry. - August 21, 2023 - PVpallet.com

SolarCraft Honored as Best Solar Installer in Marin County - Marin Magazine Readers Award SolarCraft Top Spot

SolarCraft, a leading solar energy solutions provider, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious title of "Best Solar Installer in Marin County" by the readers of Marin Magazine. The annual Marin Magazine Reader's Choice Awards celebrate businesses that excel in delivering exceptional services and products to the local community. - August 18, 2023 - SolarCraft

ASK, Stanford Online High School Student Innovation Group, Invents New Solar Panel; Wins Conrad Challenge in Energy and Environment Category

ASK, a student-led team from Stanford Online High School, announced today that it won first place in the Conrad Challenge in the Energy and Environment category, allowing it to continue working toward building a prototype model of its brand new solar panel which will be made with Perovskite. - July 13, 2023 - ASK

Morningstar Corporation Announces Availability of Its 2 Most Revolutionary Products in 30 Years

New GenStar MPPT and SureSine inverter line enable solar professionals to design and build “all-Morningstar” systems to meet their highest standards; both now shipping. - June 12, 2023 - Morningstar Corporation

Strata Clean Energy Enters Into 20-Year, 1GWh, Battery Storage Tolling Agreement with Arizona Public Service

Strata Clean Energy (Strata) has announced that it has entered into a 20-year tolling agreement with Arizona Public Service (APS) for its 255MW/1GWh Scatter Wash battery storage complex located in Phoenix. This award resulted from the All-Source RFP APS conducted in May of 2022 which was initiated... - May 11, 2023 - Strata Clean Energy

Practical Sessions on Energy Storage and Alternative Energy Solutions at Enlit Africa in May

Practical case studies, success stories and discussions on energy storage and alternative energy solutions will be featured in free-to-attend sessions at the upcoming Enlit Africa conference and expo, taking place from 16–18 May in Cape Town. “As the energy market evolves, the need for... - May 05, 2023 - Enlit Africa

Morningstar Corporation Announces New Leadership

Founder and President of the 30 year-old solar energy category leader, Lee Gordon, set to retire in June; Director William Mellema assumes CEO role. - April 25, 2023 - Morningstar Corporation

Strata Clean Energy Sells Utility-Scale Solar and is Awarded EPC Contract

Strata Clean Energy (Strata) has announced it closed on the sale of a project developed by Strata in Richmond County, VA. The Cerulean Solar project was acquired by Dominion Energy on November 30, 2022. The transaction also included the award of an EPC Contract to Strata for the construction of the... - April 18, 2023 - Strata Clean Energy

Africa’s Green Economy Summit Provided Extra Kick-Start for Green Invasion of the Continent

The hugely successful Africa’s Green Economy Summit held in February during the E-Fest in Cape Town, culminating in the sold-out Formula E championship race attended by more than 25-thousand people, “created that extra kick-start for the much-needed green invasion that our continent needs,” says David Ashdown, CEO of VUKA Group, organisers of the summit. - April 11, 2023 - Africa's Green Economy Summit

Addressing Energy Access a Key Discussion Point at Enlit Africa in Cape Town in May

The challenge of improving access to energy will be addressed at the upcoming Enlit Africa conference and expo when it returns to Cape Town from 16–18 May 2023. - April 03, 2023 - Enlit Africa

Indian Springs Calistoga Switches to Solar with SolarCraft - Historic Napa Valley Spa Now Powered with Solar Energy

Novato- and Sonoma-based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a 140 kW solar electric power installation at the historic Indian Springs Calistoga Spa. Located in northern Napa Valley, Indian Springs will benefit from an estimated $50,000 in annual electricity savings while powering its... - February 24, 2023 - SolarCraft

Premier Winde Lauds "Huge Potential" as Cape Town Welcomes Africa's Green Economy Summit Next Week

The Western Cape Premier Alan Winde will deliver the welcome address in the opening session at next week’s Africa’s Green Economy Summit on Wednesday, 22 February. - February 18, 2023 - Africa's Green Economy Summit

Santa Rosa Church Goes Solar with SolarCraft - Bayside Church in Sonoma County Now Powered by the Sun

Novato- and Sonoma-based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a 131.5 kW solar electric power installation at Bayside Church in Santa Rosa, CA. Located in northern Sonoma County, Bayside Church will benefit from an estimated $56,000 in annual electricity savings while powering its... - February 10, 2023 - SolarCraft

Africa’s Green Economy Summit Shows Commitment to Key Strategies for Investment-Ready Green Infrastructure Projects

The programme of Africa’s Green Economy Summit was announced this week. The summit is part of the E-Fest Cape Town that will culminate in the Formula E 2023 Cape Town E-Prix race in the same week on 25 February 2023. - December 16, 2022 - Africa's Green Economy Summit

Resurgence Infrastructure Selected to Develop Distributed Energy Microgrid for Bowen Homes Redevelopment in Atlanta

Atlanta Housing has selected Bowen District Developers, which includes Resurgence Infrastructure, for the redevelopment of the 74-acre Bowen Homes site. Resurgence Infrastructure is a minority-owned developer and operator of infrastructure projects across a range of sectors focused on coupling... - November 16, 2022 - Resurgence Infrastructure

Bel Trading & Consulting Ltd. Energy Solutions Will Help the Sun Work for You

Bel Trading & Consulting Ltd. will be glad to share its diversified experience with its clients and professionally implement any bold project of energy independence and energy saving of your enterprise. - October 22, 2022 - Bel Trading & Consulting Ltd.

Morningstar "Reimagines" the Solar Controller

In the category led by the brand since 1993, Morningstar Corporation sets a new reference standard for itself and others in the field, with the first-of-its-kind GenStar MPPT. - September 19, 2022 - Morningstar Corporation

Leading Solar Controller Brand Expands Into Inverters

Responding to demand from top solar system designers and installers, Morningstar unveils its comprehensive new line of SureSine industrial-grade off-grid inverters. - September 19, 2022 - Morningstar Corporation

SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation for Point Blue Conservation Science in West Marin - Point Reyes Wildlife Institution Increases Sustainability of Operation

Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a solar electric power installation at Point Blue Conservation Science Facility in the seaside town Bolinas, West Marin County. Located in the heart of the Point Reyes National Seashore, Point Blue, originally known as the Point Reyes Bird Observatory, is harnessing the power of the sun to provide significant utility savings to their facilities. - September 13, 2022 - SolarCraft

E Fest Cape Town to Host Africa’s Green Economy Summit to Connect Capital to Projects in Feb Next Year

Cape Town has become a home to a thriving green economy, creating opportunities to invest in this innovative space. The E Fest in February 2023 offers a week of special events and entertainment to showcase sustainability, e-mobility and renewable energy solutions, underpinned by the international ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. - September 02, 2022 - Africa's Green Economy Summit

Sunline Energy Named a Nextdoor 2022 Neighborhood Favorite Local Business

Sunline Energy has been named to the winning list of Nextdoor’s 6th annual Neighborhood Favorites, an awards program recognizing local businesses committed to helping their neighborhoods thrive. Winners of the 2022 Neighborhood Favorites were determined based on the number of neighbor... - September 01, 2022 - Sunline Energy

Ko-Solar, a Transportation-Based Solar Energy Company, Debuted Its Online Audiovisual Commercial on August 15

The launch of the commercial was timely due to the recent passage of the “Inflation Reduction Act” by U.S. Congress, concurrently signing of the bill by President Joe Biden, which covers significant key climate measures, and the signing of Massachusetts’s landmark “Climate and Clean Energy” bill by Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker (R). - August 28, 2022 - Ko-Solar

SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation for Kistler Vineyards - Sonoma County Winery Captures the Sun and Saves

Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft, recently completed the installation of 248 kW DC of solar electric power at Kistler Vineyards in Sebastopol, Sonoma County. Kistler Vineyard will cut their electricity costs by over $67,000 annually and reduce their dependency on non-renewable energy sources. Their carbon footprint will be lowered substantially, benefitting their surrounding communities and their bottom line. - August 11, 2022 - SolarCraft

United Energy Trading Announces Acquisition of Encore Energy’s Colorado Book of Business

North American natural gas provider United Energy Trading LLC (UET) has purchased the Colorado Front Range Retail Customer contracts of Encore Energy Services Inc. (Encore Energy). This purchase adds to UET’s broad clientele base in Colorado, with more than 4 BCF per year of customer supply... - August 08, 2022 - United Energy Trading

Butler Warner Generation Battery Energy Storage Site Goes On-Line

Strata Clean Energy (“Strata”) announces the completion and activation of the Butler-Warner Generation battery energy storage project. The Fayetteville Public Works Commission chose Strata Clean Energy to perform the EPC on the Butler-Warner Generation BESS (“Butler-Warner”) in its efforts to make electricity more affordable to the residents of Cumberland County, NC. - August 05, 2022 - Strata Clean Energy

SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation for the Duckhorn Portfolio’s Migration Winery - Napa Winery Increases Solar Production and Leads on Sustainability

Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a 400 kW solar electric power installation at The Duckhorn Portfolio’s Migration Winery at 1451 Stanly Lane in the beautiful Carneros region of Napa Valley. This large solar power system demonstrates Duckhorn’s commitment to the environmental sustainability of its operations, benefitting their surrounding communities and their bottom line. - August 04, 2022 - SolarCraft

15th Microgrid Global Innovation Forum in London to Examine Latest Advances in EMEA, APAC and LATAM

Focus of three-day, in-person Forum is on business models, case studies, financing and technology developments for off-grid and rural electrification scenarios. - July 09, 2022 - Smart Grid Observer

Entouch Selects Vice President of Channel Development and Director of Product Management to Support Ecosystem Growth

Strategic talent investment to meet a growing partner and channel demand. - June 16, 2022 - ENTOUCH

SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System at New Vintage Church - Santa Rosa Church Saves with the Sun

Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay solar installer for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 43.2 kW DC solar system at New Vintage Church in Santa Rosa, CA. Their facility is now utilizing clean, sustainable power while saving over a thousand dollars in electrical bills every month. - June 10, 2022 - SolarCraft

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