Metalmag: Solar Power

Dri-Design and Konarka Technologies Solar Wall

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:26:51 EST

A lightweight, flexible organic solar film has been integrated with rainscreen panels.

Texas Project Features Solar

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:52:10 EST

On May 4th, Hopkins County officials joined area business and civic leaders marked the grand opening of a 190-kW building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) rooftop project atop the Hopkins County Civic Center in Sulphur Springs, Texas.

Solar Innovation Provides Hope

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 04:41:16 EST

The metal industry can help lead the charge to a clean energy future.

Colorado Collaborative Brings Solar to School

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:46:05 EST

A group of Colorado-based companies have joined forces to help an area school achieve an ambitious goal.

Metal Roof Aids Passive House

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:29:57 EST

Solar PV laminate works in tandem with a metal roof to help a Louisiana home gain Passive House certification.

Solar Report Yields Information

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:25:55 EST

EagleView Technologies, Bothell, Wash., has released a solar roofing report for solar integrators, solar installers and the roofing industry.

New Company Buys Centria Division

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:25:42 EST

Moon Township, Pa.-based Centria has sold the EnergyPeak solar technology division of Centria Services Group to South Bend, Ind.–based Metanna.

Laminate System Accommodates Sizes

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 01:48:48 EST

Sheffield Metals International?s SOLR solar standing seam roof system comes in 3, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60 and 120 kilowatt standard system sizes.

Educational Videos On YouTube

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:25:25 EST

Inovateus Solar, South Bend, Ind., now is offering videos on YouTube focused on solar energy.

Distribution Agreement Furthers Solar Systems

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:25:07 EST

Dawn Solar Systems Inc., Brentwood, N.H., has entered a distribution agreement with Perth Amboy, N.J.-based Englert Inc. for Englert to be a stocking authorized distributor.

Solar Generator Powers Tools

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 04:50:57 EST

Spirit of the Sun Solar Systems LLC’s solar generator supplies the necessary power to run saws, drills, vacuums, sanders, planers, routers, specialty power tools, fans, lighting and refrigeration.

Value Engineering Facilitates Green Building

Tue, 6 Oct 2009 04:24:32 EST

Value engineering analyzes building features, systems, equipment and materials to achieve essential functions at the lowest life-cycle cost.

Solar Division Launched

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 03:15:25 EST

Tecta America Corp., Skokie, Ill., recently launched Tecta Solar, a division of Tecta America dedicated to the development of turnkey solar energy systems.

Utilities Offer Incentives for Green Building in the Commercial Sector

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:01:31 EST

With today's challenging business climate, building owners and managers must examine all program areas to reduce operating costs. Poorly insulated roofs, inefficient lighting or overworked HVAC equipment result in higher energy use and money diverted away from core business practices. Implementing select green-building techniques, including building-envelope improvements and energy-saving features, can help businesses reduce energy costs.

DOE Offers Technical Assistance

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:52:30 EST

The Department of Energy, Washington, D.C., has released a Solar America Showcase Notice for Free Technical Assistance.

Subsidiary Advocates Renewable Energy

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 09:57:17 EST

Garland Industries Inc., Cleveland, has launched a new subsidiary, Garland Energy Systems.