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Green Builders Recognized as ‘World’s Most Distinguished’
WASHINGTON — The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) revealed the inaugural class of LEED Fellows, the institute’s newest and most prestigious professional designation.
CA Energy Report: On Track, but Challenges Ahead
SACRAMENTO — Renewable energy in California will create thousands of jobs, build the businesses of the 21st century, increase energy independence and protect public health, according to a draft report released on Aug. 31 by the California Energy Commission (CEC).
The report outlines the state of renewable energy as well as issues that must be overcome if the Golden State is to achieve its goals.
Department of Energy Finances Rooftop Solar, Hydro Power Projects
WASHINGTON — The Department of Energy (DOE) granted SolarCity Corp. a conditional commitment for a $344 million loan to support a record expansion of residential rooftop solar power in the United States.
Under the conditional commitment for the partial guarantee of the SolarStrong Project, the San Mateo, Calif.-based solar service provider will install, own and operate up to 160,000 rooftop solar installations on as many as 124 U.S. military bases in up to 33 states.
The Time to Go Green Has Arrived
Michael Schaffer is a senior executive with Tacony’s Commercial Floor Care division. He is also president of Tornado Industries, which manufacturers a full line of professional cleaning equipment and CFR brand carpet extractors that recycle water and cleaning solution.
LEED Certifies 10,000th Project
WASHINGTON — In the midst of ongoing discussions on the program’s merit, the Green Building Certification Institute announced that the 10,000th commercial project has been LEED-certified, according to the U.S.
Clean Energy Summit Paves Path to Future
LAS VEGAS — The fourth annual National Clean Energy Summit took place on Tuesday in Las Vegas, aiming to lay out the path to a clean energy future.
German Co. Acquires San Diego Solar Developer
SAN DIEGO — German solar leader Payom Solar AG completed the acquisition of San Diego-based solar energy developer AmSolar Corporation, marking Payom’s entrance into the North American market and leveraging the company’s power purchase agreement structure for future deals.