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Software Tool Designed to Help PV Manufacturers Increase Cell Efficiency

Rudolph Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: RTEC), a worldwide leader in process characterization solutions for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, introduces Discover Solar™-the first fab management software tool designed specifically to help photovoltaic (PV) manufacturers increase cell efficiency and reduce costs.

12 Jan 2009

San Diego Solar Company Has Record Breaking Month

Owning a solar power system to offset or virtually eliminate your electricity bill is not a luxury for the rich any longer. Sequoia Solar is showing individuals, families, and businesses that they too can enjoy the benefits of solar power at a fraction of the cost of what they might expect.

11 Jan 2009

Toyota Dealerships Become First in Country to Receive Certification from USGBC

Three Toyota dealerships have become the first in the country to receive certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) through its Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED) program. Three other Toyota dealerships are in the review process to receive LEED certification and multiple dealerships in the planning process could be certified in 2009.

10 Jan 2009

Renewable Biofuels Can Create Green Jobs and Contribute to a New Energy Economy

Funding existing research and development programs and extending tax credits for clean energy production can speed completion of renewable energy projects that create jobs and generate economic activity

8 Jan 2009

Motorola Shows World's First Mobile Phone Made from Recycled Water Bottle Plastic

Not only is the plastic housing of the Motorola MOTO W233 Renew made from plastics comprised of recycled water bottles and 100 percent recyclable, but it is also the world’s first carbon neutral phone

8 Jan 2009

Lime Energy, REC Solar and IDEC Complete Solar Electric System and Lighting for IDEC Headquarters

Lime Energy and REC Solar, Inc., together with IDEC Corporation today announced the completion of a 162 kilowatt (DC) solar electric system and new efficient warehouse lighting system as part of IDEC's mission to "green" its US corporate headquarters in Sunnyvale, California

8 Jan 2009

Sustainable Energy Technologies Makes Greg Nelson Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

Sustainable Energy Technologies Ltd. is pleased to announce that Greg Nelson has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Company effective January 5, 2009

8 Jan 2009

Retrofit Allows Display Lighting to Use Energy Efficient LED Lighting

A Minnesota-based company has launched new LED retrofit bulbs that will give commercial and recreational users ultimate flexibility in their lighting displays

7 Jan 2009

Grand Canyon Visitor Center to be Solar Powered

The Grand Canyon's Visitor Center, located near the Canyon's south rim, will soon have a portion of its energy provided by the sun

6 Jan 2009

Affordable Residential Solar Electricity Plan Extended to Entire San Francisco Area

One Block off the Grid (1BOG), a consumer advocacy group for residential renewable energy, and SolarCity, a national leader in solar power system design, financing, installation, monitoring and related services, today announced the solar industry’s broadest community purchase program to date

6 Jan 2009