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Sandy Spring Friends School to Use Sun for Savings

Wed, 02 May 2012 14:46:23 GMT

Sandy Spring Friends School (SSFS), a pre-K through 12 coed college preparatory Quaker school in Montgomery County, has announced plans to install more than 2,000 solar panels on the school's 140-acre campus.

Solar Power to Light Up North Central New Mexico

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:55:38 GMT

Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) today announced that with the addition of a new 1.5 megawatt (MW) solar array, anticipated to be completed in May 2012, all businesses and residences in north central New Mexico will receive electricity provided by solar power on sunny days. It is the largest area of land with the largest number of power consumers in New Mexico to be supplied with electricity by renewable sources. The 14-acre array will add to power already being generated from the Concentrated Photovoltaic 1 MW array built near Questa, New Mexico.

New Capital Area Food Bank Facility to Power Up and Save with Standard Solar

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:15:27 GMT

Standard Solar, Inc., a national leader in the full-service development, installation and financing of solar electric systems for residential, commercial, government and utility customers, today announced it is developing a 241 kW solar photovoltaic (PV) system for the Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB). The system, which will be installed on the new facility currently under construction in Northeast, Washington, D.C., will feature 1008 US Made Motech 240 watt panels and supply approximately 20 percent of the building's power.

Kent County, Maryland Selects Washington Gas Energy Services for a 1,579 Kilowatt Solar Project

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 15:12:00 GMT

The Kent County Commissioners and Board of Education signed a 20-year contract with Washington Gas Energy Services, Inc. (WGES), to build a 1,579 kilowatt (kW) solar array to power Kent County High School, Worton Elementary School and the Kent County Community Center. The system will be installed by Standard Solar and owned and operated by WGES.

Standard Solar Breaks Ground on Solar Canopy Installation for Washington and Lee University

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:11:21 GMT

Standard Solar, Inc., a national leader in the full-service development, installation and financing of solar electric systems for residential, commercial, government and utility customers, today announced the start of construction on a solar canopy electricity installation at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, VA. The 118 kW project, which is slated to be completed by the end of the year, will be installed by Standard Solar, owned and operated by Secure Futures, LLC, and will supply the University with clean, renewable energy for at least the next 20 years.

Standard Solar Brings Solar Energy to The Brick Companies

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 14:14:58 GMT

Standard Solar, Inc., a leader in the full-service development and installation of solar electric systems for commercial, government and residential customers, today announced it is developing a 191 kW solar electric system for The Brick Companies (TBC). Standard Solar will build a ground mount solar electric system consisting of more than 800 panels at TBC's Queenstown Harbor on Maryland's Eastern Shore.

TimberRock Energy Solutions & Standard Solar Partner To Install Solar EV Charging Station At General Motors' Allison Transmission Plant in White Marsh, Maryland

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:01:34 GMT

TimberRock Energy Solutions, Inc. has commissioned Maryland's first solar EV charging station at General Motor's Allison Transmission plant in White Marsh, Maryland. When asked by General Motors to design, build and provide a leasing program for a solar EV charging station, TimberRock immediately turned to its long-time partner Standard Solar, Inc., a leader in the full-service development, construction, integration, financing and installation of solar electric systems, to support the execution of the project.

Standard Solar Named 2011 Platts Global Energy Awards Finalist

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:36:47 GMT

Standard Solar, Inc., a leader in the full-service development and installation of solar electric systems for commercial, government and residential customers, today announced it has been named a finalist in the Platts Global Energy Awards, an annual program recognizing exemplary industry leadership. The 2011 finalists, selected from more than 200 nominations, were announced this week by program host Platts, the leading global provider of energy, petrochemicals and metals information.

Purdue Solar Installation Open House

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:33:24 GMT

Open House at Perdue corporate headquarters to celebrate the completion of one of the largest commercially-owned solar power systems in the eastern United States. Tour more than 4,200 solar panels covering the equivalent of five football fields.

Governor O'Malley Celebrates Latest Renewable Energy Project - a 630 KW Solar Array Powering the University of Maryland College Park

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 14:35:15 GMT

Governor Martin O'Malley today celebrated the opening of the latest commercial-scale solar array at the University of Maryland, College Park (UMD), showcasing a new array of 2,600 solar panels placed atop the university's Severn Building. The new solar facility is one of the largest in the region, and will produce 792 megawatt-hours of clean electricity each year -- enough to equal the energy consumption of 64 homes. The solar facility was partially funded by the state, as part of the O'Malley Administration's Project Sunburst, which was designed to leverage private capital and thus enable governments across Maryland to make investments in clean, renewable energy resources with no upfront costs. At the same time, it saves taxpayers money by immediately reducing electricity bills at government facilities.

Governor O'Malley, President Loh, to Shine Light On Massive New UMD Solar Array

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:57:29 GMT

During a public event and tour on August 31, the University of Maryland will showcase a new array of 2,600 solar panels placed atop the university's Severn Building. The new solar facility is one of the largest in the Washington DC region. It will produce some 792 megawatt-hours of clean electricity each year -- enough energy to power 872 homes for one month. The solar facility was subsidized by the state, as part of the O'Malley-Brown Administration's Sunburst Initiative, and financed by Washington Gas Energy Services. The array was designed and installed by Standard Solar.

Melvin J. Berman Hebrew Academy to go solar with assistance from the Maryland's Commercial Clean Energy Grant

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:44:25 GMT

Melvin J. Berman Hebrew Academy (MJBHA), the oldest Jewish Day School in the Washington, DC metro area, today announced that more than 800 solar photovoltaic (PV) panels will be installed on the school's rooftop this summer, furthering the school's commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. The project will also provide a unique learning opportunity for the school's students.

Perdue Enters New Kind of Farming with Solar Installation Startup

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 12:53:07 GMT

A new kind of farm – a solar farm – is in operation near Bridgeville. The first phase of one of the largest commercially-owned solar power systems in the eastern United States is now online. Delaware dignitaries and executives from project partners Perdue, Standard Solar, Inc. and Washington Gas Energy Services (WGES) attended an open house at the site today to observe the array of 6,720 solar panels. The installation is Perdue's latest initiative supporting its commitment to being environmentally friendly.

Standard Solar Partners with SunRun; Simplifies Going Solar through More Affordable Payment Options

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:26:00 GMT

Standard Solar, Inc., a national leader in the full-service development, installation and financing of solar electric systems for residential, commercial, government and utility customers, today announced the availability of more flexible payment programs for residential customers, including "Better Than Leasing" pricing options. These options are now possible through the company's partnership with SunRun, the pioneer for affordable home solar, and will make alternative energy solutions more affordable for Standard Solar residential customers in Maryland and Pennsylvania.

Standard Solar to be Recognized by the Clinton Global Initiative for Meeting its Commitment to "Fight Global Warming One Roof at a Time"

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:09:42 GMT

Standard Solar, Inc., today announced it has been recognized by the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) as a featured example of a new domestic business venture that has succeeded at becoming a fast-growth solar service company. Standard Solar and its Founder Neville Williams are participating in the invitation-only CGI America on June 29-30 in Chicago. Standard Solar is one of six organizations highlighted by the CGI, which was founded by President Bill Clinton to solve world problems.

Standard Solar Brings Solar Energy to Northern New Mexico through 25-Year Agreement with Kit Carson Rural Electric Cooperative and the Rio Costilla Cooperative Livestock Association

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 19:54:29 GMT

Standard Solar, Inc., a leader in the full-service development, installation and financing of solar electric systems for residential, commercial, government and utility customers, today announced it is developing a 1.5 MW solar electric system in northern Taos County, New Mexico in cooperation with Taos-based Kit Carson Rural Electric Cooperative (KCEC). The project marks Standard Solar's entrance into the New Mexico solar market.

Standard Solar Harnesses Power of Social Networks with Social Media Hub

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 16:05:37 GMT

Standard Solar, Inc., a leader in the full-service development, installation and financing of solar electric systems for residential, commercial, government and utility customers, today announced the launch of its social media hub - http://standardsolar.com/About-Us/Social-Media. An enhancement to the company's newly redesigned website, the social media hub aggregates all of the up-to-the-minute developments available through all of the Company's social media applications, making it easier for customers to connect and be an active part of the solar community.

Standard Solar Greens City of Atlantic City with 2,500 Panel Solar Electric System

Thu, 26 May 2011 15:32:56 GMT

Standard Solar, Inc., a leader in the full-service development, installation and financing of solar electric systems for commercial, government and residential customers, today announced plans to develop a 598 kilowatt solar electric system for Atlantic City, New Jersey, marking its entrance into the New Jersey market.

Wilmington Friends School to use new campus solar power system for student education

Mon, 09 May 2011 14:43:47 GMT

Wilmington Friends School, one of the oldest private schools in the country, today announced that it will install more than 700 solar photovoltaic (PV) panels on the rooftops of two campus buildings this summer, resulting in one of the largest of solar PV systems on a K-12 school in Delaware and providing a unique learning opportunity for the school's students.

Like Superman, American University Will Get Its Energy from the Sun

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 17:56:53 GMT

With a mandate for renewable energy in the District of Columbia in place, and a commitment to become carbon neutral by 2020, American University is installing one of the largest solar electricity systems in Washington, D.C. and the largest urban solar hot water system on the east coast.