Fresno Solar Tour Date: September 27th, 2008, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Tour City or Community: Fresno metropolitan area Tour Presented by: Northern California Solar Energy Association Tour Description: Join neighbors and local business owners for this self-guided tour on Saturday, September 27, 2008. This year's tour will provide the public access to solar-powered homes and businesses that demonstrate how it works, what it costs, and why it may be a good choice for you. Tour Fee: $10 (Free for students & educators) Instructions for taking this tour: On-site registration is 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Printed tour guides and maps will be available upon registration check-in at: Claude Laval Water and Energy Technology Incubator (California State University, Fresno campus) 2911 E. Barstow Ave. Fresno, CA 93710 Map > For More Information Contact: Tom Cotter, 559-681-8256, \
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This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , www.fresnosolartour.com Go Solar Go Green Home Tour Date: October 4, 2008 9:00-12:00 Tour City or Community: Placer County Tour Presented by: Solarecity Electric Tour Description:Come see solar electric systems at work while talking with actual homeowners about how solar has helped them. Tour Fee: FREE Instructions for taking this tour: Check website - www.solarecityelectric.com For More Information Contact: Lucy Nemeth, 916-624-0535, \
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Best Practices from "Solar Friendly" Cities |
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NorCal Solar Energy Association has created the City Solar Awards (CSA), a new solar recognition program. The inaugural CSAs were awarded during the Annual Solar Celebration on October 18th at the Berkeley City Club.  [Read More...] |
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Benefits of Solar Electricity |
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There are significant benefits from PV, both for residential and commercial applications: Utility cost savings, increased reliability, environmental benefits, and state and federal financial incentives.
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