North Carolina Energy News (United States)

New systems combining solar PV and solar thermal technologies in the same panel are rolling out for Triangle-area homeowners.

SEM is teaming up with O2 Energies to build a new PV system on a family-owned soybean farm in Nash County.

"Best for the World" Businesses Score 50% Higher Than Nearly 2,000 Other Sustainable Businesses in Most Comprehensive Assessment of Overall Corporate Impact.

257 Kilowatt Solar Array Will Reduce Energy Costs For Refrigerated Warehousing Facility.

Energy Smart Homes has completed the retrofit of 78 homes in partnership with the Neighborhood Energy Challenge. With 12 more projects just awarded!

SEM's building performance team helps the school district improve efficiency, air quality, comfort and lighting.

Improving fossil fleet performance through actionable benchmarking...

A 92.16 kW system SEM is installing for Piedmont Biofuels will generate electricity while encouraging agricultural produce.

New systems combining solar PV and solar thermal technologies in the same panel are rolling out for Triangle-area homeowners.

SEM is teaming up with O2 Energies to build a new PV system on a family-owned soybean farm in Nash County.

"Best for the World" Businesses Score 50% Higher Than Nearly 2,000 Other Sustainable Businesses in Most Comprehensive Assessment of Overall Corporate Impact.

SEM earns award for protecting the environment through energy efficiency

The South Refinery Company, an Iraqi Government-owned oil company, is now using nitrogen generating systems from U.S. based South-Tek Systems at their Basra plant.

Innovative energy structures installed over the weekend as part of Museum educational program.

SEM has installed a 1.13 MW solar array in Pennsylvania for Marlboro Mushrooms.

257 Kilowatt Solar Array Will Reduce Energy Costs For Refrigerated Warehousing Facility.

Project is part of Progress Energy Carolinas’ SunSense Commercial PV Program

The world's second-largest zipper manufacturer is going solar with nearly 200 kW on the roof of their North Carolina factory.

SEM's 325-kilowatt PV system for Washington and Lee University is the largest in Virginia.

Architectural zinc adds to beauty, sustainability of two projects.

At 1.3 megawatts, this is the largest municipal PV project in the state of North Carolina.

Energy Smart Homes has completed the retrofit of 78 homes in partnership with the Neighborhood Energy Challenge. With 12 more projects just awarded!

Turnkey solar solutions provider brings effective monitoring technology and years of power plant operation experience to the equation

Landmark solar rooftop array to be completed in December of 2011

SEM's building performance team helps the school district improve efficiency, air quality, comfort and lighting.

GasFurnaceGuide.com Website Outlines How You Can Compare the Efficiency of Your Gas Furnace vs Heat Pump System.

Providing our mutual customers with automated data sharing capability to eliminate bad debt.

The Geothermal Heating Guides Website serves as a resource for consumers who want Geothermal Buying Guides and Information. Reviews of Geothermal Heat Pumps and Resources for those looking for HVAC Systems that lead to a Greener Environment.

Improving fossil fleet performance through actionable benchmarking...

The 98.7 kilowatt PV system will be highly visible to planes taking off and landing at RDU.

Kareem Dillahunt is helping consumers see a difference in their monthly bills by offering them services through 5Linx!

Dr. Energy Saver® Charlotte is your local resource for a more comfortable home and energy savings. Most importantly, a home energy audit that is now free— a $249 value!

A 92.16 kW system SEM is installing for Piedmont Biofuels will generate electricity while encouraging agricultural produce.

Utility Improvements owner said Temper Shield installation can reduce utility bill costs by as much as 55 percent, while keeping homes cool in the summer and warm in the winter

SEM installs a 1.98 kW Kaneka thin film system for researchers.

Dr. Energy Saver™ Outer Banks is offering homeowners a home energy audit special that saves homeowners $450! A home energy audit is essential to maintaining home efficiency and lower energy costs.

James Kenton, owner and CEO of Advanced Metal Roofing, is pleased to announce that for the third consecutive year the company has installed over one million square feet of ENERGY STAR rated metal roofing.

Chad Ray, Co-Owner of the Shields of Green Companies, a Zebulon, NC based multitude of environmentally focused companies, has been selected as one of eight judges for the Lighting For Tomorrow 2011 National Lighting Design Competition.

Rooftop system installed by Southern Energy Management to provide 20% of annual power needs for refrigerated warehousing facility.

Integrated thermoelectric solution generates constant electrical power from variable heat sources...

Energy efficiency is changing the face of local businesses. Piedmont Service Group, formerly Piedmont Air Conditioning, has rebranded itself after 40 years to reflect an increased focus on energy efficiency and sustainability services.

Martin Truex, Jr. Motorsports has become the newest owner of a Solar PV system designed and installed by Argand Energy Solutions of Charlotte.

Nypro throws the switch on a 222 kW photovoltaic system.

The 9276 Series dual-contact connector simplifies installation, provides quick & reliable termination…

Phihong develops new low-power driver for indoor lighting…

Team members earn four new NABCEP certifications, bringing the company-wide total to 13.

350mA constant-current driver provides high reliability for indoor lighting…

LED linear lighting strip connector simplifies assembly and lowers costs …

New energy-efficient ballast delivers optimal performance, provides up to 45% savings in energy costs…

Back-up measure for companies experiencing overstock, system failure

SOLAR 2011 Runs May 17-21 at the Raleigh Convention Center

Thermal energy used to power wireless sensors that provide early detection of turbine bearing faults...

An 8.2 kW PV system installed by Southern Energy Management will be one of the centerpieces of Durham Tech's Sustainability Fair this Saturday.

SEM takes home highest honor at Raleigh's annual Environmental Awards ceremony.

High-voltage transmission cable manufacturing for power infrastructure and renewable energies will create more than 100 new jobs, helps ABB join Charlotte’s New Energy Hub

SEM is installing nearly 150 solar hot water collectors on five county buildings.

Veteran energy entrepreneur will focus on fund raising and strategic alliances...

Businesses, homeowners, and municipalities are taking a step toward green living and the city of Ashville, NC is doing just that with a recent initiative to have LED street lights installed. The voting will take place at the March 8 meeting.