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Solar Energy News Sunday May 20th 2007



Solar energy group honors utilitySolar energy group honors utility
(Poughkeepsie Journal: Fri, 18 May) Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. was honored by the New York Solar Energy Industries Association as “Utility of the Year” for voluntarily extending its solar net-metering program, and for supporting solar initiatives in the mid-Hudson Valley.


Solar Integrated signs preferred supplier agreement deal with UPC EnergySolar Integrated signs preferred supplier agreement deal with UPC Energy
(Sharewatch: Fri, 18 May) Moreover, UPC will be Solar's preferred developer for solar energy projects in these territories. Solar said it now expects to see more opportunities for profitable business for its Building Integrated Photovoltaic roofing products.


Solar power still in darkSolar power still in dark
(San Gabriel Valley Tribune: Sat, 19 May) CALIFORNIA'S sunny skies make the state the perfect place for solar energy. Sadly, this technology has seldom had the support it needs out of Sacramento.


Solar energy powers signageSolar energy powers signage
(Post-Tribune: Sat, 19 May) Solar-powered traffic signs are helping a small, but growing number of communities increase safety while holding down electricity costs.



World Population

Solar Flashlight Lets Africa?s Sun Deliver the Luxury of Light to the Poorest VillagesSolar Flashlight Lets Africa?s Sun Deliver the Luxury of Light to the Poorest Villages
(New York Times: Sun, 20 May) Mark Bent has spent $250,000 to develop and manufacture a solar-powered flashlight that gives up to seven hours of light on a daily solar recharge.


Lion Energy plans to develop solar opportunities in Greece and the UAELion Energy plans to develop solar opportunities in Greece and the UAE
(AME Info: Thu, 17 May) Pyron Solar, Inc. and Lion Energy S.A. announced it has signed a letter of intent to jointly develop solar opportunities in Greece and the UAE/ Middle East.


Welsh-made solar panels will work in rainWelsh-made solar panels will work in rain
(UPI: Fri, 18 May) A new factory in Cardiff, Wales, plans to change the energy industry with the production of solar panels that function in the rain.


DePasquale proposes energy-efficiency billDePasquale proposes energy-efficiency bill
(York Daily Record: Fri, 18 May) Local legislator says it would help businesses and the environment; critics say it would add debt. Apr 26, 2007 — Rep. Eugene DePasquale sponsored a bill Wednesday promoting solar projects and energy-efficient appliances - a measure that's a key part of Gov. Ed Rendell's energy agenda.


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