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Stephanie Luepp Solar World
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SolarWorld
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35 years of Solar Manufacturing Experience
• ARCO Solar .. Siemens Solar … Shell Solar
America’s Largest Solar Manufacturer (500 MW)
About SolarWorld
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SolarWorld History
• SolarWorld has a long, successful history in the U.S.: – ARCO Solar (1977), Siemens Solar (1990), Shell Solar (2001)
• SolarWorld AG, Germany’s top solar company, acquired Shell Solar in 2006
• U.S. headquarters and manufacturing in Hillsboro, OR • Sales and marketing hub for the Americas in Camarillo, CA
1970s 1980s 1990s 2009 2011
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SolarWorld Products
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Manufacturing sustainability
Manufacturing and sourcing comply with strict environmental standards
1st to fully recycle PV modules
Virtually all process waste is reclaimed
Minimize toxic materials in modules
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Workplace sustainability
Employee programs Public transit passes and carpool
assistance
100% education reimbursement
Recycling
Cafeteria composting
Mugs and water bottles for in-office use
Recycled, sustainable office products Paper and supplies
Cleaners
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Social sustainability: Solar2World
10 kW system on PIH clinic in Haiti
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Why go solar?
1. Excellent investment: up to 200%+ ROI over 25 years
2. Save money by dramatically lowering utility bills
3. Protect against rising energy costs
4. Reduce your carbon footprint
5. Conserve natural resources
6. Energy independence
7. Increase your property value
8. Solar is affordable
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Energy Consumption
• Average yearly electric bill
• Energy savings goal – zero out bill or reduce consumption
• Other energy saving opportunities
oLighting
oWindows
o Insulation
Solar considerations for businesses
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Solar considerations for businesses
Physical Space
• Building ownership
• Available space – roof, ground, parking lot
• Property orientation and sunlight exposure
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Solar considerations for businesses
Financial payback
• Total system cost
• Available incentives and rebates: o30% Federal Tax Credit
oPerformance-based incentive through CA Solar Initiative through SCE
• Financing options oCash payment or loan
oOperating lease
oCapital lease
oCommercial PPA
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Sample Projects
Cincinnati Zoo, OH: 1.6 MW Pearl Harbor Navel Base, HI: 2.4 MW
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Sample Projects
Boys and Girls Club, CA: 12 kW Cass Winery, CA: 58 kW
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