Ventana, Vacaville's First Solar-Powered Community, to be Built by Edenbridge Homes Using PowerLight SunTile (R)
November 28, 2006
Ventana, Vacaville's First Solar-Powered Community, to be Built by Edenbridge Homes
Homeowners to Realize an Estimated 50% Savings in Electricity Bills and a $2000 Tax Credit in Homes Equipped with PowerLight's SunTile(R)Solar Electric System VACAVILLE, CA, NOV. 28, 2006 -- Edenbridge Homes, provider of quality built, efficiently planned new homes, is installing PowerLight's aesthetic SunTile(R) Solar Electric System in its Ventana community in Vacaville. Edenbridge Homes, by providing solar as a standard in these homes, is constructing Vacaville's first solar community. The Ventana community will harness California's abundant sunshine to provide clean, reliable emissions-free solar power. The homes combine energy-efficient design features with solar electric generation to reduce the homes' electric bills by an estimated 50%. These homes will be available for purchase in December 2006. "We are pleased to be partnering with PowerLight -a leader in quality residential solar power systems- to incorporate solar power as a standard feature in our new Ventana community," said Edenbridge Director of Planning, Tom Simonson. "It is very important to embrace sustainable building practices in our communities. We address homeowners' keen desire to reduce energy costs while protecting the environment. PowerLight's solar roof tiles will dramatically reduce our customers' electric bills, generating significant financial benefits for the homeowner." "Edenbridge Homes is providing its customers great value in constructing the first solar-powered new home community in Vacaville. The community offers the satisfaction of living in a home with very low electric bills, powered by clean renewable energy," said Bill Kelly, vice president of PowerLight's residential division. "It is a great pleasure to work with Edenbridge Homes, a true leader in homebuilding." Thanks to the California Solar Initiative and other forward-looking renewable energy policies, thousands of green homes are being constructed around the State by visionary homebuilders such as Edenbridge. Edenbridge homes are designed to put homeowners in control of their energy consumption and reduce month utility costs. Each home features a PowerLight SunTile (2.3 kW) roof-integrated solar system - the most efficient and advanced solar electric residential product on the market today. SunTile solar panels seamlessly interlock with roof tiles and shingles while virtually disappearing into the home's roofline. The SunTile product also features natural ventilation, enabling the solar array to maintain optimal performance in high temperature climates. PowerLight SunTile is designed and built around SunPower's all-back-contact A-300 solar PV cell, the industry's most advanced and efficient solar cell. Ventana in Vacaville offers unique three and four bedroom homes ranging from 1660 to 2120 square feet. Centrally located in the heart of Vacaville, this paseo style community adjoins Hawkins Community Park and Ulatis Creek. On-site amenities include a quiet private park and bocce ball court. Home prices at Ventana are expected to range from the high $400,000's to the mid $500,000's. To learn more about owning a one of a kind home at Ventana, please visit www.edenbridgehomes.com About Edenbridge Homes Edenbridge Homes represents a team of talented, seasoned veterans of the home building industry who have come together to provide quality built, efficiently planned new communities for today's discerning home buyer. Expertise in all facets of land acquisition, design and construction combined with creative land planning and architecture ensure a comfortable 'fit' to established neighborhoods. Every Edenbridge new home features dramatic design, innovative technology and thoughtful appointments blended for family-friendly environments. About PowerLight PowerLight Corporation is the leading global provider of large-scale solar power systems, delivering unmatched experience and proven financial performance to commercial, utility, public sector, and residential customers. PowerLight's industry-leading products, technologies and services enable our customers to maximize clean energy output along with project savings. Today, PowerLight designs, deploys, and operates the largest solar power systems in the world through market-leading innovation and exceptional customer service. For more information, please visit www.powerlight.com. Contact: Susan DeVico PowerLight sdevico@powerlight.com (510) 339-1527
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