9 September 2008:
STANDARD SOLAR COMPLETES PHOTOVOLTAIC SOLAR INSTALLATION ON ROOF OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY’S WASHINGTON, DC HEADQUARTERS
205 KILOWATT INSTALLATION OFFICIALLY UNVEILED
For Immediate Release
Press Contact:
Jim Pierobon, Standard Solar, Inc.
(301) 944-1200 x1029 (O), jim (dot) pierobon at standardsolar (dot) com
GAITHERSBURG, MD, Sep. 9, 2008 – Standard Solar Inc. has announced the completion of the installation of 205 kilowatts of photovoltaic solar panels on the roof of the Department of Energy (DOE) in Washington, D.C. The DOE selected SunPower Corp. to design the system and provide the solar panels used in the installation, and SunPower’s Premier Dealer in the Southeast, Standard Solar, led the installation that was completed in August.
"We are thrilled that the Department of Energy has made this investment in clean energy technology," noted Anthony Clifford, CEO and President of Standard Solar. “Solar technology is working today by harnessing clean power of the sun around the world. This show of support from DOE enhances our efforts across the country to create access to clean, reliable solar energy for every home and business in the nation.”
The installation was completed smoothly and on time, and includes 891 SunPower 230 watt PowerGuard® solar modules that cover over 15,000 square feet of roof space – about 1/3 of an acre. The panels have been active and producing solar electricity since August 1st and each panel is rated to produce 230 watts of electricity at peak sunlight. Importantly, this solar system will offset over 270 tons of CO2 and other greenhouse gases annually, and, over the 30 year life time of the entire system, will be equivalent to planting 170 acres of trees.
SunPower’s PowerGuard® is a patented photovoltaic roof tile assembly that delivers solar electricity to a building while also protecting its roof from the damaging effects of weather and ultraviolet rays. PowerGuard® tiles incorporate state-of-the-art PV modules backed with insulating polystyrene foam, turning the sun’s energy into usable power while increasing thermal insulation and extending roof life.
“We set out to create a standard of quality in the solar industry and simplify the sale, delivery and installation of solar systems,” said Standard Solar Vice President and Chief Technical Officer Lee Bristol. “Throughout the Mid-Atlantic demand for solar power is growing as homeowners, businesses and governments focus on the importance of using clean, safe solar power to save money and protect the environment.”
The system at the Department of Energy was officially unveiled on September 9th, 2008 in a ceremony with the Secretary of Energy, Samuel W. Bodman.
About Standard Solar
Standard Solar is a full-service, turnkey solar system developer and integrator specializing in residential and commercial solar power installations. With hundreds of installations to date, Standard Solar is a Maryland-based company well- positioned to meet the growing demand for clean technologies and renewable sources of energy. The company has added more than 50 green collar jobs in the past year.
About SunPower
SunPower Corporation (Nasdaq: SPWRA, SPWRB) designs, manufactures and delivers high-performance solar electric systems worldwide for residential, commercial and utility-scale power plant customers. SunPower high-efficiency solar cells and solar panels generate up to 50 percent more power than conventional solar technologies and have a uniquely attractive, all-black appearance. With headquarters in San Jose, Calif., SunPower has offices in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. For more information, visit www.sunpowercorp.com.