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Friday, May 29, 2009

Solar News- Applied Materials (Nasdaq:AMAT) Announces IEC Certification of World’s Largest Solar Panels

Solar News- Applied Materials (Nasdaq:AMAT) Announces IEC Certification of World’s Largest Solar Panels

SANTA CLARA, Calif.--May 29 2009 --Applied Materials, Inc. (Nasdaq:AMAT) announced today that the 5.7m2 solar photovoltaic (PV) modules produced by its SunFab Thin Film Line™, using both single and more advanced tandem junction technologies, were awarded International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) certification, validating their exceptional performance under extended outdoor exposure. Certification of these SunFab™ modules, which are the world’s largest available solar PV panels, unleashes an opportunity for the widespread incorporation of SunFab panels in utility-scale, thin film solar farms to further drive down the price of clean electricity.

“We expect 5.7m2 modules to become the standard for utility-scale PV power,” said Dr. Randhir Thakur, senior vice president and general manager of Applied Materials’ Display and SunFab Solar Business Group. “Applying SunFab technology to ultra-large modules creates an unprecedented opportunity to reduce both manufacturing and installation costs, transforming solar PV into a long-term solution to provide the world with affordable energy from a renewable source.”

Certification was awarded by TÜV InterCert, confirming that the SunFab modules meet IEC standards 61646 and 61730. “Applied’s 5.7m2 modules are four times bigger than anything we’ve ever tested,” said Mr. Sergizzarea, president and CEO of TÜV InterCert. “We made modifications to the laboratory and added equipment to enable us to test modules this large. Creating a PV product of this size that can pass all of the IEC tests while maintaining mechanical and electrical integrity is an impressive feat of engineering.”

The quarter-sized 1.4m2 modules produced on the Applied SunFab Thin Film Line received IEC certification earlier this year. However, a full-size 5.7m2 panel designed to maintain high power output while subjected to years of exposure to sunlight, extreme temperatures, wind and precipitation was a new challenge. Applied’s technology and engineering expertise in flat-panel display and architectural glass systems enabled it to deliver the critical uniform conversion properties required across large areas. An innovative, integrated bonded rail support structure strengthens the module, allowing it to withstand wind and seismic loads while enabling the reduction of installation costs by greatly simplifying the mounting structure.

Applied Materials, Inc. (Nasdaq:AMAT) is the global leader in Nanomanufacturing Technology™ solutions with a broad portfolio of innovative equipment, service and software products for the fabrication of semiconductor chips, flat panel displays, solar photovoltaic cells, flexible electronics and energy efficient glass. At Applied Materials, we apply Nanomanufacturing Technology to improve the way people live. Learn more at www.appliedmaterials.com.

Contacts Applied Materials, Inc.Betty Newboe, 408-563-0647 (editorial/media)Michael Sullivan, 408-986-7977 (financial community) Published at The Investorideas.com Renewable Energy and GreenTech Business and Stock News RSS Feed: Subscribe : http://www.investorideas.com/RSS/feeds/RES.xml
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Solar Stock News - First Solar (Nasdaq: FSLR) Announces Multi-Year Supply Contract with Pfalzsolar

MUNICH, Germany--May 29 2009 -First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) and Pfalzsolar, GmbH, a fast-growing German solar project developer owned by Pfalzwerke AG, a public utility in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, today announced the signing of a new long-term supply agreement.

The latest in a series of utility-linked agreements initially foresees delivery of First Solar’s photovoltaic modules to Pfalzsolar, beginning immediately, for use in rooftop and free field solar projects in Germany.

“This agreement reinforces First Solar’s relationships with utility-owned project developers and demonstrates that local utilities increasingly see photovoltaic power as a necessary component of their future electricity generation portfolio,” said Stephan Hansen, managing director of First Solar GmbH.

“We are pleased to have gained Pfalzsolar as an additional customer in a key market at a key period for the evolution of solar electricity in Europe,” added John Carrington, executive vice president, global marketing & business development.

Ali Boukhalfa, managing director of Pfalzsolar GmbH, said the company was delighted to have reached a long-term supply agreement with First Solar. “The agreement gives us the guarantee of being able to offer high-performance modules at competitive prices, thereby helping us fulfill our ambitious growth targets,” he said.

About First Solar

First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) is changing the way the world is powered by creating truly sustainable solar energy solutions. First Solar manufactures solar modules with an advanced semiconductor technology and provides comprehensive PV system solutions. By constantly decreasing manufacturing costs, First Solar is creating an affordable and environmentally responsible alternative to fossil-fuel generation. First Solar modules are most effective when demand for traditional forms of energy is at its peak. First Solar set the benchmark for environmentally responsible product life cycle management by introducing the industry's first prefunded, comprehensive collection and recycling program for solar modules. From raw material sourcing through end-of-life collection and recycling, First Solar is focused on creating cost-effective renewable energy solutions that protect and enhance the environment. For more information about First Solar, please visit www.firstsolar.com, or www.firstsolar.com/media to download photos.

For First Solar Investors

This release contains forward-looking statements which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The forward-looking statements in this release do not constitute guarantees of future performance. Those statements involve a number of factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, including risks associated with the company's business involving the company's products, their development and distribution, economic and competitive factors and the company's key strategic relationships and other risks detailed in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. First Solar assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking information contained in this press release or with respect to the announcements described herein.

Contacts First Solar, Inc.United States:Lisa Morse, +1-602-414-9361media@firstsolar.comEurope:Brandon Mitchener, +49-6131-1443-399media@firstsolar.com

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Wednesday, May 27, 2009

How Independent Investors can Research and Trade Renewable Energy Stocks,

How Independent Investors can Research and Trade Renewable Energy Stocks, Water Stocks, Environment Stocks, Fuel Cell Stocks, Biotech Stocks and Defense Stocks

POINT ROBERTS, Washington, Delta B.C- May 28, 2009 www.InvestorIdeas.com a global investor research portal covering leading sectors provides independent investors a one- stop destination for researching cleantech and green stocks as well as biotech and defense stocks. Investorideas.com global stock directories provide investors listings of companies listed on the OTC, TSX, NASDAQ, NYSE and foreign stock exchanges.

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Versar Receives First Stimulus Award for Alternative Energy Study

Versar Receives First Stimulus Award for Alternative Energy Study

SPRINGFIELD, Va.--May 27 2009 --Versar, Inc. (NYSE Amex:VSR) announced today that it was one of 53 organizations selected for new wind energy projects funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), as announced by DOE Secretary Steven Chu. These projects, with total DOE funding of $8.5 million, are intended to address market and deployment challenges identified in DOE’s 2008 report: “20% Wind Energy by 2030.”

Versar’s $143,000 project, entitled “Spatially-Explicit Bat Impact Screening Tool for Turbine Siting,” will be conducted in collaboration with Exponent, an internationally known ecological risk assessment firm. The objective of the project is to develop a model that can be used to evaluate the potential for wind projects sited in different locations to impact bats, taking into account bat biology and behavior. Wind project impacts on bats has become a significant issue in many geographical locations, particularly where certain bat species are listed as threatened and endangered.

Dr. Ted Prociv, President of Versar, said, “We are pleased to receive our first funding under President Obama’s economic stimulus program and also that it is in an area, alternative energy, that Versar is actively pursuing. This project will expand on the work that Versar is currently doing for the State of Maryland’s Power Plant Research Program to assess the environmental impacts of wind power projects and help us in pursuing similar work for other government and private clients. We look forward to continuing to provide quality scientific services to meet the environmental challenges facing both our public and private clients.”

VERSAR, INC., headquartered in Springfield, VA, is a publicly held international professional services firm supporting government and industry in national defense/homeland defense programs, environmental health and safety and infrastructure revitalization. VERSAR operates a number of web sites, including the corporate Web sites, http://www.versar.com, http://www.homelanddefense.com, and http://www.geomet.com; http://www.viap.com and http://www.dtaps.com.

This press release contains forward-looking information. The forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be significantly impacted by certain risks and uncertainties described herein and in Versar’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the year ended June 27, 2008. The forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and Versar does not undertake to update its forward-looking statements.

Contacts Versar, Inc.Michael J. AbramSenior Vice President703-642-6706mabram@versar.comorInvestor Relations:Barry Kaplan AssociatesAndrew J. Kaplan732-747-0702smallkap@aol.com





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Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Empowering Green Investors with Research Tools and Stock Directories in Renewable Energy, Water, Environment, Fuel Cells

Empowering Green Investors with Research Tools and Stock Directories in Renewable Energy, Water, Environment, Fuel Cells


www.InvestorIdeas.com a global investor research portal covering leading sectors including water, renewable energy has expanded the green stock directories to include environment stocks and fuel cell stocks, resulting in a comprehensive one stop destination for investors researching the sector .

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KYOCERA (NYSE:KYO)(TOKYO:6971) Supplies Solar Modules for New Toyota Prius

KYOCERA (NYSE:KYO)(TOKYO:6971) Supplies Solar Modules for New Toyota Prius
Providing New Function for Solar Modules on the World's Best-Known Eco-Car

KYOTO, Japan--May 19 2009 --Kyocera Corporation (NYSE:KYO)(TOKYO:6971) announced today that it is supplying solar modules for the new Toyota Prius solar ventilation system, an optional feature for the hybrid car model introduced in Japan by Toyota Motor Corporation (hereafter “Toyota”) on May 18. The system ventilates the air inside of the car by using the electricity generated by the solar module on the rooftop to drive the fans while the car is parked during the daytime. This feature automatically moderates temperature rise inside of the vehicle even during hot seasons.

For this product, Kyocera has implemented strict quality control evaluations, done through rigorous testing to confirm heat resistance, vibration resistance, shock resistance and other aspects, in order to ensure that the quality meets the standards required for onboard components used on the new Prius. For the production of this module, Kyocera has set up a dedicated production line with specialized manufacturing engineers to ensure thorough manufacturing control.

By supplying solar modules for the Prius, a leading eco-car that has won praise all over the world, Kyocera is proud to offer a new function for the use of solar modules to the owners of the vehicles.

■ Specifications of Solar Module Equipped on the New Prius Model Output Average 56 W (Solar module) Conversion efficiency 16.5% (Solar cells) Production bases Solar cells: Yohkaichi Plant (Shiga Prefecture, Japan) Solar modules: Ise Plant (Mie Prefecture, Japan) Application Driving onboard ventilation system

Features of Kyocera Solar Modules Equipped on Prius

■ High quality derived from the fully integrated production process

In 1982, Kyocera successfully began mass production of multicrystalline silicon solar cells using the casting method, which has now become the mainstream method used in solar power generating systems today. Since then, Kyocera has carried out all production processes in-house, from procurement of raw materials to silicon casting, cutting, wafer substrate production, cell production, and solar module assembly. The integrated production process enables Kyocera to make improvements in each step of the production process including the fusing and casting of raw materials, thus making it possible to enhance overall quality by implementing quality improvement, performance enhancement and cost reduction.

■ Kyocera solar cells utilize unique technology

A high level of aesthetic quality was also required of the design of the solar modules to be mounted on the roof of the new Prius model. Since 2002, Kyocera has offered high-performance solar cells to the global market that utilize a unique Reactive Ion Etching (RIE) technology.

RIE is a technology utilized to create microscopic ridges on the surface of the cell using plasma and reactive gases. The subtle ridges allow the solar cells to better absorb the sunlight reflected on the surface, therefore enhancing output and conversion efficiency. At the same time, a uniform dark navy blue color has been realized. The product responds to customer needs not only in terms of performance but also with its stylish appearance.

“Kyocera will continue to strive for enhanced quality and product innovation in order to pursue the full potential of solar power,” stated Steve Hill, president of Kyocera Solar, Inc. “We aim to contribute to the protection of the global environment through the expanded use of our reliable, high quality products.” In order to supply products to meet market needs, Kyocera has set up solar module assembly plants in the major markets across the world. Kyocera supplies the U.S. market with its Tijuana Plant located in Mexico.

For more information about Kyocera solar products: http://global.kyocera.com/prdct/solar/

About KYOCERA

Kyocera Corporation (NYSE:KYO) (TOKYO:6971) (http://global.kyocera.com/), the parent and global headquarters of the Kyocera Group, was founded in 1959 as a producer of fine ceramics (also known as “advanced ceramics”). By combining these engineered materials with metals and plastics, and integrating them with other technologies, Kyocera has become a leading supplier of solar power generating systems, telecommunications equipment, electronic components, laser printers, copiers, semiconductor packages, cutting tools and industrial ceramics. During the year ended March 31, 2009, the company’s net sales totaled 1.13 trillion yen (approximately US$11.5 billion). The company, which marks its 50th anniversary and the 40th anniversary of its U.S. operations this year, is ranked #418 on the Forbes magazine’s 2009 “Global 2000” listing of the world’s largest publicly traded companies.

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Contacts KYOCERA Corporation (Japan)Akiko CHUJO, +81-(0)75-604-3416Corporate Communicationswebmaster.pressgl@kyocera.jpFax: +81-(0)75-604-3516







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Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Investorideas.com Solar Stocks Commentary with J Peter Lynch; The Stock Market and Solar Market Sector Outlook

Investorideas.com Solar Stocks Commentary with J Peter Lynch; The Stock Market and Solar Market Sector Outlook

Point Roberts, South Salem, New York- May 13 2009- Investorideas.com a leading green investor portal, presents solar stocks commentary with J .Peter Lynch, a solar expert and frequent contributor to Investorideas.com.

The Stock Market and Solar Market Sector Outlook
J. Peter Lynch
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As I have said many times over the years solar stocks have a bright future, a very bright future. But investors have to understand a number of things about the current stock market and solar stocks in particular in order to fully take advantage of this long-term trend.

Markets go up and markets go down and these moves usually occur when it is least expected. At the present time solar stocks, the energy industry and the market in general have been in a totally amazing rally since early March 2009. Unfortunately the market and solar stocks have put on the equivalent gains two excellent years (NOT average years) in the past 8 weeks and in my opinion this is simply not sustainable.

As I said in early March in my previous article:

“The Dow Jones Industrial Index recently recorded a twelve year low and the media is FULL of doom and gloom. This terrible news was all over the financial press, accompanied by scenarios of more of the same to come. In fact, the recent survey from the American Association of Individual Investors (AAII) had fallen to the most bearish level in history – 70% of those surveyed felt that the direction of the market would be DOWN over the next 6 months”.

“Nothing is 100% for sure, as we all know. But I think we are either at a significant bottom or very close to it. Everything is so “oversold” at this time, that I think the worst case is that we get a significant rally in what could still be a bear market”.

“Keep in mind that ALL the bad news out there is in media now. We already know all the bad news. Remember that the stock market IS actually a discounting mechanism which looks out 6 to 9 months into the future. We do not need GOOD NEWS to turn the market around, only LESS bad news”.

Well in retrospect that was certainly prescient insight and the market took off with most of the major indexes being up over 25% and some of the foreign markets being up over 35% percent and the solar sector of the market being UP over 70% in JUST 8 WEEKS more than triple the general market indexes.


Symbol
Current Value
%Change Since 3-12-09
%Change Since 1-1-2009
AKNS
1.28
88.2
-25.5
ASTI
5.55
63.2
47.6
CSIQ
8.23
131.8
27.4
CSUN
3.39
111.8
-14.2
DSTI
0.86
-33.2
-8.4
EMKR
1.11
48
-14.6
ENER
16.41
-7.1
-34.9
ESLR
2.28
88.4
-28.5
FSLR
190.65
50.7
38.2
JASO
3.72
74.6
-14.9
LDK
9.42
133.1
-28.2
RSOL
2.28
33.3
-37.5
SOL
3.8
65.2
-13.8
SOLF
5.2
92.6
3.8
SOLR
7.22
85.6
149.8
SPIR
7.13
56.0
38.7
SPWRA
27.25
17.9
-26.4
STP
16.45
141.2
40.6
TSL
17.5
139.1
88.4
WFR
16.53
6.6
15.8
YGE
9.23
119.2
51.3
Solar Average

72%
12%




S&P 500
908.35
20.99
0.56
Dow Jones
8469.11
18.12
-3.5
NASDAQ
1715.92
20.32
8.81


The Solar Stock Market Sector Then and Now

Then

In March solar stocks had been doing terribly since the second quarter of 2007. Just like the general market, we need to look a little deeper, past the media hype, and see what is actually happening with solar stocks in the market. One of the measures (tools) that I utilize when looking at individual stocks is their 50 day moving average and whether the current price is above (bullish) the 50 day average or below (bearish) the average. It is not the only way to look at stocks and may not be the “best”, but it always seems to give me an idea of which way a stock is heading in the short to medium term and when looking at a specific market sector, what sort of condition that sector is in.

At that time, 3 of the 35 solar stocks I follow are ABOVE (Bullish) their 50 day moving average. On the other hand 92% of the stocks (32 of 35) are BELOW (Bearish) their 50 day moving average. This clearly told me that the solar sector was deeply OVERSOLD and that while it could go lower, it was probably due for at least a “technical” bounce.

Now

At the current time 34 of the 35 solar stocks I follow are ABOVE their 50 day moving average and only one stock (DayStar Technologies – DSTI) is trading below it 50 day moving average. Even in this case, DSTI’s decline was due to an announcement that it is basically running out of cash and will need more financing.

This situation clearly tells me that the solar sector is approaching a condition of being very OVERBOUGHT. It is possible that this is the dramatic of a HUGE new bull market for solar stocks, but as I said in the March article:

“To put it a different way, I do not think ALL the bad news regarding the solar sector is out yet and that there will be future negative surprises, such as earnings disappointments (ENER earlier this week for example), inventory write-offs, and possibly even bankruptcies. The solar sector will probably get carried UP when the general market rallies, but since they will have to work out some additional problems; I do not think their rally will be sustainable”.

However, I DO NOT feel that this is the case and I think there will be a significant correction and the industry will have to digest further bad news that will be coming BEFORE it turns around and moves up in a more sustainable manner.

Numerous opportunities will come, but investor patience will be required to wait out this tough period and for sector volatility to “settle” down. This is still an embryonic industry and it is going through a painful retracement and consolidation phase.


Rewards come to those investors who are patient and do not follow the crowd

Aspiring investors need to acquire and nurture patience. Historical data clearly shows that more money is made MISSING the downside than catching the upside. As I read my e-mails from readers, I get the feeling that people really want to buy solar stocks and ride them into a bright future. Many times I get the sense that they are afraid, that if they delay, they will miss the chance to profit from the solar industries bright future. This is NOT true. There will be plenty of time and many advances and declines in the future. Be patient, look for the strongest stocks and try not to get swept up in the crowd, because the crowd is always wrong.


Mr. Lynch has worked, for 32 years as a Wall Street security analyst, an independent security analyst and private investor in small emerging technology companies. He has been actively involved in following developments in the renewable energy sector since 1977 and is regarded as an expert in this field. He was the contributing editor for 17 years to the Photovoltaic Insider Report, the leading publication in PV that was directed at industrial subscribers, such as major energy companies, utilities and governments around the world. He is currently a private investor and has from time to time been a financial/technology consultant to a number of companies. He can be reached via e-mail at: SOLARJPL@aol.com. Please visit his website for the promotion of solar energy – www.sunseries.net


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Nanostart holding Nanosys launches new solar photovoltaic division, QD Soleil™

Nanostart holding Nanosys launches new solar photovoltaic division, QD Soleil™

Frankfurt / Palo Alto, CA – May 13, 2009 – Nanostart holding Nanosys recently announced the creation of QD Soleil™, a wholly owned division focused on the use of its proprietary nanotechnology in solar panel cell designs. Nanotechnology is the next step in the natural evolution of a solar generated grid-ready energy supply.

QD Soleil's intellectual property is a seminal estate that includes over 500 patents and patent applications. This technology has been refined over many years by Nanosys and exploits the best in class inorganic material compositions, processing and integration chemistries, and includes the most stable nanomaterial formulations known. Applications of the technology and intellectual property are broad and include additive enhancement layers for light conversion engineering, nano-particle inks, light waveguide concentrators and nanomaterial composites for enhancing overall solar cell efficiency. Nanosys is considering strategic options to maximize the value of QD Soleil, including possible sale to a large photovoltaic manufacturer.

QD Soleil is now meeting with potential partners and parties interestedin acquiring a substantial footprint in nanotechnology for photovoltaics. “Based on the current administration's energy focus, the U.S. is likely to grow into the largest installed market of solar panels in the world over the next five years,” commented Nanosys CEO Jason Hartlove . “Nanosys is one of the world's leading nanotechnology companies, with a consolidated position in inorganic nanotechnology, and significant product launches in other areas such as green lighting this year. Therefore, we believe that QD Soleil can focus and execute more effectively as a separate division.”
“It's an exciting time for QD Soleil to engage with larger companies best poised to fully exploit seminal IP, know-how and critically enabling technologies,” said Vijendra Sahi , VP and GM of the QD Soleil division. “We are particularly excited because we can utilize much of the technology base and materials now being launched in products by Nanosys.” For more information about QD Soleil, visit QD Soleil's website at www.qdsoleil.com.


About Nanostart:Nanostart AG is the world’s leading nanotechnology investment company. The Frankfurt-based company provides venture capital financing for nanotechnology companies in various growth phases. It also provides the benefits of its experience and expertise to developers of financial instruments and to investors in the nanotechnology sector. For further information about the company, please visit www.nanostart.de.
About Nanosys:Nanosys, Inc. is a leader in the development of nanotechnology-enabled products utilizing high performance inorganic nanostructures. Nanosys has built one of the broadest technology platforms in the industry with approximately 500 patents and patent applications covering fundamental areas of nanotechnology. Based in Palo Alto, California and privately held, Nanosys collaborates with industry leaders to develop revolutionary high-value, high-performance products for computing, optoelectronics, communications, renewable energy, defense and the life sciences.More company information can be found at: www.nanosysinc.com.
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Acta (AIM:ACTA.L) Acta has patented a unique family of platinum-free catalysts, which offer new possibilities in fuel cell design, in the supply of hydrogen gas and in the application of new fuel options.
Advanced Engine Technology (OTCPK:AENG) Company’s mission is to successfully achieve commercial introduction of the OX2 engine. The primary focus of the company will be on the commercial introduction of the OX2 engine and the subsequent licensing of the OX2 engine technology to approved manufacturers.
AFC Energy plc (AIM:AFC.L) AFC Energy PLC is a commercially focused, very low-cost fuel cell company, and we're entering the market place by targeting waste hydrogen applications.
Air Liquide SA (Paris: AI.PA) Air Liquide manufactures and sells industrial gasses including hydrogen. More than half of the company’s research and development is directed toward fuel cells and other new energy sources, plus also energy efficiency and cleaner fuel consumption. The company is involved in carbon capture and sequestration projects in the U.S. and France.
Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (NYSE:APD) operates in the industrial gas and related industrial process equipment business worldwide. The Gases segment recovers and distributes industrial gases, such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, hydrogen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, synthesis gas, and helium. The Equipment segment manufactures equipment for cryogenic air separation, gas processing, natural gas liquefaction, and hydrogen purification equipment. It also designs and builds systems for recovering hydrogen, nitrogen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and low dew point gases using membrane technology.
American Security Resources (OTCBB:ARSC) is a holding company actively seeking to acquire and develop clean energy companies and technologies. ARSC's Hydra Fuel Cell subsidiary has developed a high volume, mass producible hydrogen fuel cell. Its American Hydrogen Corp. subsidiary is developing an inexpensive method to produce hydrogen from ammonia.
Arotech Corporation (NASDAQGM:ARTX) engages in the development, manufacture, and marketing of defense and security products worldwide. It’s battery and Power Systems businesses include the subsidiaries: Electric Fuel Battery Corp., Epsilor Electronic Industries and Electric Fuel Limited
Avista Corporation (NYSE:AVA) engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of energy in the United States and Canada. The company operates in four segments: Avista Utilities, Energy Marketing and Resource Management, Avista Advantage, and Other. Avista Labs is a leader in the development and marketing of modular Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells. The company markets a variety of commercially available fuel cells using its patented Modular Cartridge Technology ™.
Axion Power Intl Inc (OTCBB:AXPW) Axion uses patented carbon electrode assemblies to replace the negative electrodes found in conventional lead-acid batteries. The end result is the e3 Supercell; a battery-supercapacitor hybrid that offers higher power, faster recharge; longer-life and reduced lead content in a low-cost device that can be designed to deliver maximum power for fast discharge applications; maximum energy for slow discharge applications; or almost any balance between the two.
Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQGM:BLDP) engages in the design, development, manufacture, sale, and service of proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells for various applications. The company operates in three segments: Power Generation, Automotive, and Material Products. Ballard's focus is on further enhancing product performance, reducing costs, designing market-viable products, developing additional volume-manufacturing capabilities, and continuing to build customer and supplier relationships. Ballard is partnering with strong, world-leading companies, including DaimlerChrysler, Ford, EBARA, ALSTOM and FirstEnergy, to commercialize Ballard® fuel cells. Ballard has supplied fuel cells to Honda, Nissan, Volkswagen, Yamaha and Cinergy, among others.
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Thursday, May 07, 2009

Evergreen Solar Introduces New Black-Framed String Ribbon™ Solar Panels at Solar Expo 2009 in Verona, Italy

Evergreen Solar Introduces New Black-Framed String Ribbon™ Solar Panels at Solar Expo 2009 in Verona, Italy

The Company’s most powerful solar panels features aesthetic improvements

Solar Expo 2009MARLBORO, Mass.--May 7 2009 --Evergreen Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: ESLR), a manufacturer of String Ribbon™ solar power products with its proprietary, low-cost silicon wafer technology, will introduce its new black-framed ES-A Series String Ribbon solar panels at its booth during Solar Expo 2009 in Verona, Italy, May 7-9. These panels are an improvement of the company’s line of 200, 205 and 210 W solar panels designed with a black frame that, when installed on roofs, improves the aesthetic appearance of solar arrays..

Evergreen Solar’s new line of ES-A black-framed String Ribbon panels will be available for viewing throughout Solar Expo at the company’s booth located in Hall 5, B3.1.

The ES-A line of panels deliver more electricity with the least environmental impact of any solar panel currently available. The ES-A series panels feature the best power tolerance currently available in the industry and String Ribbon panels received high rankings in recent TÜV and Photon performance tests. All Evergreen Solar panels are manufactured using its proprietary silicon wafer technology which is the most environmentally-friendly process in the industry giving them the smallest carbon footprint and quickest energy payback of any panel ever made.

Installation of the new black-framed ES-A series panels is identical to former panels with silver frames. Evergreen Solar recommends the use of black anodized mounting clamps to ensure a homogenous appearance of the system.

“The black-framed ES-A series panels allow our customers to create installations that not only provide more electricity and less impact on the environment than any other solar panel made today but also do so in a way that is aesthetically pleasing to the end user,” said Dr. Terry Bailey, Senior Vice President, Marketing and Sales. “We created this improvement of our product line in response to input we received from our installers and partners. They have been very well-received since their introduction in April.”

All panels in the ES-A series are produced at Evergreen Solar’s new state-of-the-art Devens, Massachusetts, manufacturing facility and use the company’s proprietary Quad furnaces to create the solar wafers.

About Evergreen Solar, Inc.

Evergreen Solar, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets String Ribbon™ solar power products using its proprietary, low-cost silicon wafer technology. The Company's patented wafer manufacturing technology uses significantly less polysilicon than conventional processes. Evergreen Solar's products provide reliable and environmentally clean electric power for residential and commercial applications globally. For more information about the Company, please visit www.evergreensolar.com. Evergreen Solar® and String Ribbon™ are trademarks of Evergreen Solar, Inc.

Contacts Evergreen Solar, Inc.Chris Lawson, 508-357-2221 X7214Director Marketing Communicationsclawson@evergreensolar.comorMedia:Elevate CommunicationsJim Connelly, 617-861-3654Account Supervisorjconnelly@elevatecom.com
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Tuesday, May 05, 2009

GE Energy Joins Forces with WSI, a Member of the Weather Channel Companies, to Launch Forecasting Technology for Wind Farms

GE Energy Joins Forces with WSI, a Member of the Weather Channel Companies, to Launch Forecasting Technology for Wind Farms

Windpower 2009 -Booth 4148
CHICAGO--GE Energy and WSI Corporation, the global leader in weather information and a member of The Weather Channel Companies, are joining forces to launch more accurate forecasting tools for wind farm owner/operators and transmission/distribution providers.

GE Energy, the leading U.S. supplier of wind turbines, and WSI announced today at Windpower 2009 that they have formed an alliance. “This relationship brings together two technology platforms to further the science of wind forecasting and its use in wind farm operations,” said Victor Abate, vice president, renewables for GE Energy.

WSI Corporation is the world’s leading provider of weather-driven business solutions across industries that span media, aviation, energy trading, utilities and insurance. In its alliance with GE Energy, WSI will build upon its existing wind power and wind speed forecast capabilities to develop technology that provides more accurate forecasts for the wind power industry. The improved accuracy can assist in optimization of turbine performance, power production planning and wind energy transmission integration.

As part of the alliance, WSI and GE Energy will develop technology to collect real-time turbine and wind data, incorporate this data into proprietary forecast models, and provide customized forecast and operational guidance services. “The integration of timely, accurate weather forecasts with turbine operations can provide tools to help operators improve the efficiency of their wind farms,” explained Abate.

“This is an important time to be involved with wind energy and in helping to shape the future of our nation’s renewable energy agenda,” said Ira Scharf, general manager of WSI’s energy and risk division. “This alliance builds on our proven strength in wind forecasting and is a natural extension of our capabilities from traditional energy production and trading to cutting-edge renewable sources. We are excited to be teamed with GE Energy, the global leader in wind turbine and wind energy systems. Our combined efforts will lead to the creation of new and innovative solutions for forecasting and optimization of wind power generation and transmission.”

The alliance with WSI supports GE Energy’s ongoing commitment to help move the wind industry forward. “Wind power has become a mainstream energy option and will play an increasingly important role in helping the United States attain energy independence, while also meeting our environmental responsibilities,” said Abate.

Since entering the wind business in 2002, GE Energy has invested more than $850 million to improve wind turbine technology. Today, more than 12,000 GE-technology wind turbines are installed worldwide.

About WSI Corporation

WSI Corporation is the world’s leading provider of weather-driven business solutions for professionals in the energy, aviation, insurance and media markets, and multiple federal and state government agencies. WSI is a member of The Weather Channel Companies and is headquartered in Andover, Mass. with offices in Birmingham, England. The Weather Channel Companies are owned by a consortium made up of NBC Universal and private equity firms The Blackstone Group and Bain Capital. For more information, please visit us on the Web at www.wsi.com or call 877.WSI.Corp or +44 121 233 7600.

About GE Energy

GE Energy (www.ge.com/energy) is one of the world’s leading suppliers of power generation and energy delivery technologies, with 2008 revenue of $29.3 billion. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, GE Energy works in all areas of the energy industry including coal, oil, natural gas and nuclear energy; renewable resources such as water, wind, solar and biogas; and other alternative fuels. Numerous GE Energy products are certified under ecomagination, GE’s corporate-wide initiative to aggressively bring to market new technologies that will help customers meet pressing environmental challenges.

About GE
GE is a diversified global infrastructure, finance and media company that is built to meet essential world needs. From energy, water, transportation and health to access to money and information, GE serves customers in more than 100 countries and employs more than 300,000 people worldwide. For more information, visit the company's Web site at http://www.ge.com. GE is Imagination at Work.

Contacts GE EnergyMilissa Rocker, +1 518-385-2381milissa.rocker@ge.comorMasto Public RelationsKen Darling or Howard Masto+1 518-786-6488kenneth.darling@ge.comhoward.masto@ge.comorWSI CorporationKristen Sullivan, +1 978-983-6607ksullivan@wsi.comorEditorial ContactBarbara Rudolph, +1 781-229-1811bjr@rudolphcommunications.com





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Monday, May 04, 2009

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Seeger-Orbis Takes the Wind Industry by Storm with Tempest™ Retaining Ring Series

Seeger-Orbis Takes the Wind Industry by Storm with Tempest™ Retaining Ring Series

BRISTOL, Conn.--May 4 2009 -Over the last decade, wind energy capacity has grown globally at an average cumulative rate of more than 32 percent annually. With turbines getting bigger, Seeger-Orbis, a leading manufacturing of retaining rings and business of Barnes Group Inc. (NYSE: B), has launched a retaining ring series designed specifically for the growing demands of the wind energy industry.

Seeger-Orbis, regarded as the leader in retaining rings in Europe, tailored the new Tempest™ series to meet the large size requirements and durability necessary for the extreme service requirement of wind turbines. High performance and precision products, Tempest™ rings are manufactured from high-grade spring steels that are chosen for the special characteristics they deliver to wind turbine nacelles. Tempest™ rings range in sizes up to 1000 mm or larger depending on customer needs, making them ideal for various applications including the gearbox, pitch system, main bearing, yaw system, brake system and generator.

“Due to the nature of the wind industry, rings must be extremely durable and ensure performance in critical force situations,” said Jörg Eberhard, Manager, Industry Management – Energy, Barnes Group Inc. “Leveraging our CAD-Systems and engineering ingenuity, Seeger partners with customers to design and manufacture the Tempest™ product line for their specific needs. Seeger’s retaining systems are recognized all over the world for their superior performance. We are taking this commitment to precision, quality, technical innovation and reliable design solutions to the next level with the Tempest™ series.”

All rings in the Tempest™ series meet TS 16949 Certified Quality Assurance system specifications. For more information on Seeger’s Tempest™ ring series, visit its Web site at www.seeger-orbis.de.

About Seeger-Orbis and Barnes Group Inc.

Seeger-Orbis is one of the leading manufacturer of retaining rings and snap rings for the wind power industry. Europe's premier ring producer for the last decade, Seeger-Orbis engineers, manufactures and delivers customer service for a large assortment of fastening elements, including retaining rings, snap rings, tight tolerance select fit shims and support washers.

Barnes Group Inc. (NYSE:B) is a diversified global manufacturer and logistical services company focused on providing precision component manufacturing and operating service support. Founded in 1857, the 5,700 dedicated employees at more than 60 locations worldwide are committed to achieving consistent and sustainable profitable growth. For more information, visit www.BGInc.com. Barnes Group, the Critical Components People.

Contacts Barnes Group Inc.Lori Kupec, 860-973-2132





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