AltEnergyMag
Alternative Energy Industry Newsletter - May 2011
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LOWE’S SELECTS SUNGEVITY FOR RESIDENTIAL SOLAR PARTNERSHIP
-- Second Largest Retailer and Fastest Growing Residential Solar Company Set Stage for Mass Adoption of Residential Solar Power --
SunPods Inc. Signs 10MW LOI for Supplier Agreement with Renogy LLC
SunPods, a manufacturer of factory built solar arrays has signed a letter of intent for a two-year supplier agreement with Renogy LLC, for 10MW of photovoltaic modules
No Penetrating Solution- Powerway Ballasted System
Powerway has developed a series of ballasted mounting systems, using concrete blocks to stabilize the installation. This system avoids any penetration into the structure of the roof.
State, Communities Partner to Foster Wind Efforts
Five community groups in South Dakota are working with state government to expand wind energy development in the state by attending the American Wind Energy Association’s WINDPOWER Expo in Anaheim, Calif., May 22-25.
Ontario Government Selects Rentech's New Renewable Jet Fuel Project for Long-Term Supply of Biomass
Province of Ontario selects Rentech's newly-announced Olympiad Project in the Township of White River for proposed supply of up to 1.1 million cubic metres/year of wood fibre to produce renewable RenJet(R), a certified low-carbon jet fuel.
OPEL Solar Named Exclusive Supplier by Grape Solar
Grape Solar, Inc. has selected OPEL Solar as its exclusive, worldwide supplier of solar trackers for its solar projects. This is OPEL’s first exclusive supply agreement with a major photovoltaic (“PV”) panel manufacturer and supplier; it establishes that OPEL trackers are preferred industry choice.

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Rolls has been producing premium batteries specifically designed for the renewable energy market since 1984.  That’s why those who can’t afford to go without power know they can’t afford to trust anyone else.
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Trojan Battery Company is the world’s leading manufacturer of deep cycle batteries. We offer advanced flooded, AGM and gel batteries that provide rugged durability and maximum, long lasting performance to meet the requirements of today’s advancing renewable energy and back up power systems.

>>> Articles

SB X 1-2 and California’s New Energy Future
05/10/11
This law, called the California Renewable Energy Resources Act, obligates all California electricity providers to obtain at least 33% of their energy from renewable resources by the year 2020. This requirement constitutes the most aggressive renewable portfolio standard in the country.

Mechanical ventilation and heat recovery System with integral heat pump
05/10/11
This article explains: some background to our bungalow design, why we had the original mechanical ventilation and heat recovery system installed; why we chose the latest system and our experience with both systems.

International Wind Energy Development: World Market Update 2010
05/10/11
This year’s World Market Updated includes a full chapter dedicated to Direct-Drive WTG versus Gearbox-Equipped WTG. The increased use of the direct-drive turbines across the wind market is impacting the wind industry. The World Market Update 2010 identifies and compares the pros and cons of both the direct-drive and gearbox-equipped concepts, as well as the implications of using permanent magnets on a large scale.

Echo Captures More Untapped Solar Energy
05/10/11
This is an interesting use of existing technologies combined to build a viable solution.

Suppliers Converging on Electricity Distribution Automation Opportunity
05/10/11
Short description of recent trade show visits, highlighting increased supplier and customer awareness of distribution automation as stepping-stone to renewables integration and development of smart grid

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The Enphase Microinverter System integrates state-of-the-art microinverter technology, power-line communications and web-based monitoring and analytics to define a completely new class of advanced solar energy solutions. www.enphaseenergy.com/

>>> Hot Story

In its first year the Chevrolet Volt has garnered several awards, including 2011 Motor Trend Car of the Year, Green Car Journal's 2011 Green Car of the Year, and Automobile's 2011 Automobile of the Year. And now the electric car with extended range is going to be built in a solar-powered facility. General Motors announced it is building the photovoltaic solar array, the largest in Southeast Michigan, at the Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant. Sunlight will help to create the $41,000 Volt. Once it's completed, the 516-kilowatt project built by GM and DTE Energy will generate 54,750 volts. Plus, the 6-acre land tract will generate 15 megawatts of electricity throughout Southeast Michigan. According to GM, the U.S. automaker will save about $15,000 a year over 20 years with the 264,000-square-foot array. DTE is investing $3 million into the project.

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Centrosolar CentroRack

The CentroRack Solar Mounting Rack Rounds Out CentroSolar America's Out-Of-The-Box 'CentroPack® Grid-Tied Systems For Installers And Dealers. Centrosolar America announces that it's much anticipated CentroRack, the company's proprietary racking system, is now available to solar installers and dealers in the U.S. and Canada. With the German engineered CentroRack, Centrosolar America brings to the North America market its own rooftop solar system mounting solution, offering installers a more advanced option when sourcing a racking system for their projects. The CentroRack system is engineered as an affordable and easy-to-install system designed that can be mounted on any roofing material. It allows for "slide into place-fastener free" installation of Centrsolar's recently introduced C-Series PV Modules, the sturdiest PV panels on the US market. The CentroRack is made of corrosion-resistant black anodized aluminum, making for a 'clean' aesthetic while providing the durability and ventilation needed for long-term performance. Call for a quote – just ask for the rack 1-877-348-2555

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