Press Releases
Independent Energy Solutions Receives WBE Certification From CPUC
Independent Energy Solutions, Inc. (IES), a leading solar energy development and construction firm, announced it has been formally certified by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) as a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE). The certification (VON 10090051), issued by the CPUC’s Supplier Clearinghouse, is designed to help regulated public utilities meet California market procurement goals for… Read more »
Growing demand prompts DEK Solar to introduce manufacturing capabilities in China
Following the success of its PV1200 and Eclipse photovoltaic metallization platforms, DEK Solar has confirmed that it has added manufacturing capabilities in China. An expansion of the company’s successful SMT manufacturing facilities in the region, the move extends DEK Solar’s global footprint to service the growing demand for its PV platforms in Asia. Located in… Read more »
Post warranty crisis: A changing direction for wind
The US wind industry has reached a utility scale wind capacity of 36,698 MW, with many of the turbines fast approaching the end of their warranty periods. Wind farm operators now need to learn what management strategies and technological advances will optimize their turbines performance, minimize OPEX costs and drive down the overall lifetime costs… Read more »
Excellent care of employees
HARTING Hongkong honored with the HSBC Living Business Award HARTING Hongkong, the Asian subsidiary of the HARTING Technology Group, won the coveted “HSBC Living Business Award – Certificate of Excellence” in the “People Caring” category. The award is bestowed by the HSBC bank group, supported by the Hong Kong Council of Social Service, the Business… Read more »
San Diego County Approves First Ever Vertical Axis Wind Turbine
Building Department Gives WePOWER Turbine Green Light After Testing The first Vertical Axis Wind Turbine has now gone live in San Diego County, at the home of a forward-thinking resident named Tim Williams, who is taking action to go green. This 3.4 kW Falcon turbine from WePOWER was installed on an 18′ pole on Williams’… Read more »
Meeting the Toughest Mechanical Demands: Han® 70 A Crimp Module
A new Han® 70 A Crimp module – predestined for applications presenting the toughest mechanical demands – is now available for the Han-Modular® series from the HARTING Technology Group. The Han® 70 A Crimp module is plug compatible with the Han® 70 A Axial screw module already used in many applications. The transmission of a… Read more »
The American Institute of Renewable Energy (AIRE) is offering a Free Renewable Energy Seminar Next Week
On Saturday, January 15th, the American Institute of Renewable Energy (AIRE) is offering a free renewable energy seminar to those interested in receiving training in the solar and weatherization industries. The American Institute of Renewable Energy (AIRE) is offering a free renewable energy seminar on Saturday, January 15th, 2011. The seminar is entitled FR-101: Solar… Read more »
North America Leads Charge to Provide Solutions to Wind Turbine Supply Chain Stagnation
With an estimated 40,000 new turbines to be installed in the US by 2015, wind turbine OEM’s are desperate to source reliable components from local suppliers. Importing components from Europe and Asia can be costly and lengthy. New wind component suppliers need to secure manufacturing capacity strategies now if they are going to seize their… Read more »
Happy New Year From Pes
We at Power and Energy Solutions would like to wish all of our friends in the solar/PV industry a very happy and prosperous new year. 2010 turned out to be a landmark year for all of us, with increased capacity despite the economic downturn. And with the same focus, dedication and vision, we’ll ensure that… Read more »
Concrete Foundation for Scottish Wind Power
News that the installation of a giant wind farm located in the Moray Firth, Scotland, is set to go ahead has been welcomed by the concrete industry keen to realise the potential of a range of foundation solutions for offshore wind turbines. Moray Offshore Renewables has signed an agreement with the Crown Estate to start… Read more »
