Solar energy now at phenomenal growth worldwide
Solar Energy Now at Phenomenal Growth Worldwide:
Industry leader says adopting solar energy is happening
faster than expected
DALLAS (Jan 30, 2012) – The accelerating growth worldwide of harvesting electricity from the sun with photovoltaic’s will require increased numbers of installation workers, futurists predict.
We are seeing “tremendous growth,” says Charles (Chuck) Korstad, vice president of global quality and reliability at Applied Materials that makes the equipment used to produce solar panels. “Over the last five years (solar power has) ...
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Austin Energy’s New Solar Power Plant in Webberville
ImagineSolar’s executive team visited the ribbon-cutting of Austin Energy’s 30MW solar power plant in Webberville on January 6th!
This new solar power plant will provide electricity to 5,000 homes in Austin, Texas, and help the utility reach its 2020 goal of generating 35% of its power from renewable sources.
Enjoy the event photos and news articles below. Professional photos courtesy of Austin Energy.
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Austin Energy’s Rate Increase Proposal Blasted at Hearing
Last week, Austin Energy’s extensive public hearing included hours of outcries from Austin residents about the utility’s proposal to increase electric rates. Read the two articles below about the hearing.
As city residents watch Austin Energy’s rate increase saga unfold, solar advocates have become more vocal about the increasing value of solar and how increasing our energy ...
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Highlights: NREL’s Solar Installation Labor Market Analysis
The U.S. Department of Energy’s NREL (National Renewable Energy Laboratory) organization released a report in December 2011, detailing results of a nationwide survey of solar installation companies. The survey focused on solar job markets, skills, and training desired by solar companies around the country.
For ImagineSolar students (future, present and alumni), we’ve gleaned the most important information you need to know about what solar companies are seeking in their future workforce. This synopsis should give you insight into your ...
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U.S. Solar Job Growth Outpaces Oil/Fossil Fuels
ImagineSolar Open House Draws Texas Businesses, Individuals and Organizations
Introduces Smart Grid Technology, Professional Training
and Business Opportunities
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SEIA’s 2011 U.S. Solar Market Report Highlights
SEIA (Solar Energy Industries Association) just released their third-quarter 2011 U.S. Solar Market Insight Report. The following are recent statistics from their report. Read on for great news about the solar industry and what it means for you!
2011 U.S. Solar Photovoltaics (PV) Installations by Market Segment
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ImagineSolar Celebrates A Successful 2011
On December 21st, ImagineSolar celebrated a successful 2011 at ZAX Restaurant in downtown Austin, Texas. This year has been full of growth and new solar developments for ImagineSolar and the industry.
We were grateful to have many of Austin’s solar industry leaders present with us at our holiday event. Representatives from TREIA, Solar Austin, Continue Reading →
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Texas Electricians get Solar Training under NABCEP’s Alternative Experience Pathway
The IREC State & Stakeholder Newsletter
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Volume #9, Issue #19
Editor: Jane Pulaski
From the editor:
Texas electricians get solar training under NABCEP’s Alternative Experience Pathway
For those of you who are wondering if I’m showing a little bit of hometown pride by featuring (now) two Texas cities in ...
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DEC
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ImagineSolar’s January 2012 Open House Event
ImagineSolar Open House Unveils 2012 Solar Courses Including
Smart Grid Training, Course Giveaways, and Discounts
Solar Training for a Green Energy Future
Austin, TX — ImagineSolar is hosting a Solar and Smart Grid Open House to introduce brand-new training courses for 2012. The Open House is Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 4000 Caven Road in Austin. The tour presentations are scheduled at 10:15am and 11:15am. Attendees will have five opportunities to win a free seat ...
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