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5 Ways Going Solar Can Bring Real Value

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3.66MW Solar Generation System (UMMS)

This past April, we completed solar generation projects that will respectively support 60% of the electricity needs for 5 Arizona schools and provide the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) with millions of kilowatt-hours (kWh) worth of electricity from solar generation, which helps meet UMMS’ sustainability goals.

These are just two recent examples of public organizations that have taken the plunge into solar generation and are reaping real value from doing so.

By structuring solar projects as solar service or power purchase agreements, we offer solar installations that require little to no upfront capital from customers and typically provide fixed power costs that are less than projected market rates.

Outlined below are five ways that going solar can bring your organization and business real value.…
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Constellation’s 16.1 MW Generation Clean Horizons Solar Project Honored with “2013 PV Project of Distinction Award”

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Last week at the PV America East 2013 event, Constellation’s 16.1 megawatt (MW) grid-connected solar power system was one of three solar projects to receive the “2013 Photovoltaic (PV) Project of Distinction Award.” The award, presented by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and the Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA), recognizes major achievements in U.S. PV solar energy. More than 100 submissions were evaluated by an independent panel of judges representing associations, consultants, distributors, government, integrators, manufacturers and utilities.…
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Constellation’s 16.1-Megawatt Solar System Wins ‘Best Solar Project of 2012’

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On January 15th, 2013, Constellation was honored to receive the award for ‘Best Solar Project of 2012’ at the 5th annual Solar Power Generation USA event in Newport Beach, CA.…
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Top 5 Solar Predictions for 2013!

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There’s no question that challenges still remain for the solar industry. Ash Sharma, director of solar research at IHS, notes that issues such as government incentive cuts, falling prices and a struggling global economy have all played a role in shaping the solar market.

Yet, 2012 showed some positive gains for solar including record setting installations and more efficient technology.

So, what can we expect from solar in 2013? Check out the Top 5 solar predictions from the IHS solar research team:…
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2012 Executive Energy Forum- What “Sustainability” Means to Businesses

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At the 2012 Executive Energy Forum, leaders from ACCO, Microsoft and BOMA International offered insights into how “sustainability” can be worked into business plans.

To kick-off the conversation, the panel debated the meaning of the word “sustainability.” While the panel agreed that the word “sustainability” has an ambiguous definition, it still remains a powerful term that should indicate high business performance and corporate responsibility.  Furthermore, it’s worth noting that the Federal Trade Commission has not come out with a clear definition of the word either.  Marketers should make sure that all claims of “sustainability” are clearly defined and well qualified, as with any general environmental benefit claim.…
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How Peer Influence Increases Solar Adoption

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In a recent article published on AOL Energy.com, Ben Higgins discussed how peer influence may be one of the most effective ways to spread the awareness and adoption of solar power.

It’s worth noting that there are a variety of factors that influence the spread of solar power. Factors such as policy changes, economics and new innovations that influence how solar is bought and sold, impact consumer demand. However, a recent study by Yale University found that residential customers are more likely to install a solar system…
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