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Articles Tagged with ''solar energy''

Solar Challenge: Innovation Makes Unique Solar Panel Installation Possible

July 11, 2014

As part of a major renovation seeking net-zero energy LEED certification, DPR Construction of San Francisco wanted to install solar panels on its roof.


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Roofing Codes

Roofing Code: Solar Photovoltaic Panels/Modules

May 26, 2014
An overview on IBC 2012  Section 1511.1 Solar photovoltaic panels/modules.
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Leveraging Roofing Experience to Find Success in Solar

Kelcy Pegler Jr.
April 10, 2014
One contractor shares his insights on entering the residential solar market. Photos courtesy of Roof Diagnostics Solar.
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Scalo Solar Solutions Expands Workforce

April 3, 2014

Scalo Solar Solutions, a solar developer headquartered in Pittsburgh, welcomed its newest team member.


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PIMA Sponsors Appalachian State University’s Solar Decathlon Europe 2014 Entry

March 19, 2014

The Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association (PIMA) announced that it has signed on as a Kilowatt Level sponsor of Appalachian State University’s entry to the Solar Decathlon Europe 2014.


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Setting an Example: Metal Roofing Manufacturer Re-Roofs Own Facility and Incorporates Solar Panels

January 24, 2014

It’s one thing to talk about the benefits of your metal roofing products and how those products can serve as a host for photovoltaic panels.


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Solar Roof Pump

November 19, 2013

Nicholas Bryditzki, a licensed roofing contractor and certified infrared roof inspector, hired one of the nation’s premier solar engineers and together developed the first solar auxiliary roof pump with smart-chip technology and a proprietary solar panel for ponding water on flat roofs.


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Apartment Complex Enjoys Benefits of Commercial Solar Installation

November 7, 2013

Together, Kingspan Environmental and Amidus are helping area clients reap the financial and environmental benefits of going solar.


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Solar Attachment Kit

November 6, 2013

The S-5-PV Kit continues to be an easy, cost-effective way to install solar panels directly to standing seam metal roofs.


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PetersenDean Partners with Suniva and DPW Solar on Solar4America Campaign

November 1, 2013

PetersenDean has announced its partnerships with Suniva and DPW Solar as part of its Solar4America campaign — the company’s newest initiative to make solar affordable for everyone.


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