Friday, November 11, 2011
Here Comes The Sun ...
Great article reflecting on what could be a bright future for solar energy ... http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/07/opinion/krugman-here-comes-solar-energy.html
NARENCO Constructing Rooftop Solar Array On Gaston County Public Building
November 7, 2011
National Renewable Energy Corporation (NARENCO) has begun installation of a 740 kilowatt DC solar PV (photovoltaic) energy system on the roof of the York-Chester Plaza building in Gastonia, North Carolina. This renewable energy system will utilize more than 3,000 solar panels to produce approximately 955,657 kilowatt hours of energy per year.
Gaston County is leasing the rooftop space to NARENCO who is overseeing all elements of the system's construction from initial design to final commissioning. NARENCO will then sell the power generated from the system to Duke Energy while the Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SREC) will be sold to Energy United of Statesville, North Carolina. At the end of the roof lease term, Gaston County has the option to purchase the system from NARENCO. Lease financing for the system is being provided by Wells Fargo Equipment Finance.
NARENCO plans to complete the rooftop solar PV system by the end of December 2011.
National Renewable Energy Corporation (NARENCO) has begun installation of a 740 kilowatt DC solar PV (photovoltaic) energy system on the roof of the York-Chester Plaza building in Gastonia, North Carolina. This renewable energy system will utilize more than 3,000 solar panels to produce approximately 955,657 kilowatt hours of energy per year.
Gaston County is leasing the rooftop space to NARENCO who is overseeing all elements of the system's construction from initial design to final commissioning. NARENCO will then sell the power generated from the system to Duke Energy while the Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SREC) will be sold to Energy United of Statesville, North Carolina. At the end of the roof lease term, Gaston County has the option to purchase the system from NARENCO. Lease financing for the system is being provided by Wells Fargo Equipment Finance.
NARENCO plans to complete the rooftop solar PV system by the end of December 2011.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
NARENCO Begins Solar PV Installation on North Carolina's First School to Strive for Platinum LEED Certification
September 12, 2011
National Renewable Energy Corporation (NARENCO) has begun installation of a 135 kilowatt DC solar PV (photovoltaic) energy system on the roof of the new Newton-Conover Middle School in Conover, North Carolina. This solar system will contribute to the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) points required for this national designation of which Newton-Conover Middle School hopes to achieve the highest level of platinum. This platinum LEED designation would be the first for a public school in North Carolina.
In addition to the design, procurement, construction and commissioning of the solar system, NARENCO will assist the school with connection to the local utility system to supplement the building's energy usage. Along with generating their own power with the solar PV system, the design and construction of the middle school will also serve to significantly reduce costs over the life of the building.
Combined with the other elements of the school's construction that are environmentally-friendly this solar energy system will also provide a wonderful lesson to the students in science and ecology. With a monitoring system supplied by NARENCO, the school will be able to educate the students on the current energy production and the environment benefits resulting from the system during the day.
NARENCO should complete the rooftop solar PV system in the fall of 2011. Newton-Conover Middle School plans to welcome its first students in August of 2012.
National Renewable Energy Corporation (NARENCO) has begun installation of a 135 kilowatt DC solar PV (photovoltaic) energy system on the roof of the new Newton-Conover Middle School in Conover, North Carolina. This solar system will contribute to the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) points required for this national designation of which Newton-Conover Middle School hopes to achieve the highest level of platinum. This platinum LEED designation would be the first for a public school in North Carolina.
In addition to the design, procurement, construction and commissioning of the solar system, NARENCO will assist the school with connection to the local utility system to supplement the building's energy usage. Along with generating their own power with the solar PV system, the design and construction of the middle school will also serve to significantly reduce costs over the life of the building.
Combined with the other elements of the school's construction that are environmentally-friendly this solar energy system will also provide a wonderful lesson to the students in science and ecology. With a monitoring system supplied by NARENCO, the school will be able to educate the students on the current energy production and the environment benefits resulting from the system during the day.
NARENCO should complete the rooftop solar PV system in the fall of 2011. Newton-Conover Middle School plans to welcome its first students in August of 2012.
Dennis Richter, Senior VP of NARENCO, Shares His Solar Expertise with WFAE Listeners
September 12, 2011
Attached is a link to WFAE's podcast from "Charlotte Talks". Dennis is one of three local experts who discuss the solar energy industry and how you can make solar work to your advantage for your home or business. Take a listen ... http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/solar-energy-installation/id74097916?i=97221286
Attached is a link to WFAE's podcast from "Charlotte Talks". Dennis is one of three local experts who discuss the solar energy industry and how you can make solar work to your advantage for your home or business. Take a listen ... http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/solar-energy-installation/id74097916?i=97221286
Thursday, June 30, 2011
NARENCO Likes to Share Good News for the Solar Industry ...
June 30, 2011
Midsize Installations Grow at Light Speed : NPR
http://www.npr.org/2011/03/16/
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Midsize Installations Grow at Light Speed : NPR
http://www.npr.org/2011/03/16/
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Tuesday, June 21, 2011
First-Ever Guide to North Carolina's Clean Energy Economy Released
June 2011
NARENCO is pleased to share the news that NCSEA has released the 2011 NC Clean Energy Data Book. For the full press release and information on how to access the data, please follow the link below ...
http://energync.org/blog/ncsea-news/2011/06/21/2011-nc-clean-energy-data-book-released/
NARENCO is pleased to share the news that NCSEA has released the 2011 NC Clean Energy Data Book. For the full press release and information on how to access the data, please follow the link below ...
http://energync.org/blog/ncsea-news/2011/06/21/2011-nc-clean-energy-data-book-released/
Monday, May 16, 2011
NARENCO's Solar Installers Earn Industry's Most Prestigious Certification
Two of NARENCO's key personnel, Keith Davis and Mark Caddell, have earned the industry's leading recognition of expertise as a certified installer of solar electric systems (aka "photovoltaic" or "PV" systems) from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP).
NABCEP is the most respected and well-established national certification organization for renewable energy professionals. Designation as a NABCEP Certified PV Installer is widely recognized to be the most important and meaningful certification of its kind in the renewable energy industry.
"Receiving NABCEP's Certified Installer status is personally very satisfying," said Davis. "More importantly, it means NARENCO can offer our customers the added confidence of knowing their installations will be performed to the highest standards in the industry."
To earn their NABCEP certification, Davis and Caddell were required to demonstrate their competence as solar PV installers by passing a rigorous exam that covers the multi-craft aspects of being a professional PV installer. They needed to demonstrate knowledge on subjects as diverse as system design, electrical and job safety, the National Electric Code, roofing and construction techniques, system commissioning, and troubleshooting.
In addition to passing the exam, all certified NABCEP installers are required to show that they have real-world experience as a senior person on the installations crew as well as a minimum number of hours of advanced training.
"One thing you can be assured of with NABCEP Certified Installers is that your job won't be their first," said Erza Auerbach, executive director of NABCEP. "Anyone who makes the considerable effort required to earn NABCEP Installer Certification has been required to document their experience and education as part of the eligibility process. They have also made a very real commitment to upholding high standards of ethical and professional practice. We are delighted to welcome Keith Davis and Mark Caddell of NARENCO to the ranks of the industry's leading solar installers."
NABCEP is the most respected and well-established national certification organization for renewable energy professionals. Designation as a NABCEP Certified PV Installer is widely recognized to be the most important and meaningful certification of its kind in the renewable energy industry.
"Receiving NABCEP's Certified Installer status is personally very satisfying," said Davis. "More importantly, it means NARENCO can offer our customers the added confidence of knowing their installations will be performed to the highest standards in the industry."
To earn their NABCEP certification, Davis and Caddell were required to demonstrate their competence as solar PV installers by passing a rigorous exam that covers the multi-craft aspects of being a professional PV installer. They needed to demonstrate knowledge on subjects as diverse as system design, electrical and job safety, the National Electric Code, roofing and construction techniques, system commissioning, and troubleshooting.
In addition to passing the exam, all certified NABCEP installers are required to show that they have real-world experience as a senior person on the installations crew as well as a minimum number of hours of advanced training.
"One thing you can be assured of with NABCEP Certified Installers is that your job won't be their first," said Erza Auerbach, executive director of NABCEP. "Anyone who makes the considerable effort required to earn NABCEP Installer Certification has been required to document their experience and education as part of the eligibility process. They have also made a very real commitment to upholding high standards of ethical and professional practice. We are delighted to welcome Keith Davis and Mark Caddell of NARENCO to the ranks of the industry's leading solar installers."
Monday, January 31, 2011
Cover Story: Charlotte Airport Catching Rays
January 2011
NARENCO installs rooftop solar system at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Read the full article at http://www.wbtv.com/global/story.asp?s=13817703
NARENCO installs rooftop solar system at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Read the full article at http://www.wbtv.com/global/story.asp?s=13817703
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