October 25, 2011
As part of the U.S. Department of Energy's SunShot Initiative, Energy Secretary Steven Chu today announced a $60 million investment over 3 years for applied scientific research to advance cutting-edge Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) technologies. CSP technologies use mirrors to reflect and concentrate sunlight to produce heat, which can then be used to produce electricity. Funded through DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, this research supports
DOE's SunShot Initiative, a collaborative national effort to reduce the cost of solar energy 75% to make it cost competitive with other forms of energy by the end of the decade. DOE's SunShot investments in solar energy research will encourage rapid, widespread adoption of solar energy systems across the country, help the solar power industry overcome technical barriers and reduce
costs, boost U.S. competitiveness in the worldwide market for solar technologies, and provide support for clean energy jobs for years to come.
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This is a blog supporting discussion surrounding the EDIN (Energy Development in Island Nations) USVI (United States Virgin Islands) EEWG (Energy Efficiency Working Group). We welcome Virgin Island residents, businesses, government officials, utilities, and relevant consultants and commerical interests to participate. We are in the process of introducing the "VIenergize" campaign; energizing the Virgin Islands' pursuit of reduced fossil fuel consumption.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Renewable Energy-Grid/Transmission Working Group Meeting
AGENDA for the Renewable Energy-Grid/Transmission EDIN Working Group Meeting
Meeting 12 - October 25, 2011 - 6:00 PM
Locations: WAPA Teleconference Facilities on St. Croix (Sunny Isle) and St. Thomas (Sub Base)
Conference Call in Number: 877-996-4844 pin 5621014
1) Minutes
2) WTE: Pros and Cons:
6:15 PM Susan Parten
6:25 PM Scott Haase
6:35 PM Questions/Discussion
3) Puerto Rico Interconnection Study: Report on Washington DC meetings on grid and status update. Hugo or Juanita; Vahan
4) Solar RFP update. Allyson
5) Wind metering update. Karl & Carl
6) Interconnection Standards and Solar Leasing: Karl and Eric
7) Other Matters
Meeting 12 - October 25, 2011 - 6:00 PM
Locations: WAPA Teleconference Facilities on St. Croix (Sunny Isle) and St. Thomas (Sub Base)
Conference Call in Number: 877-996-4844 pin 5621014
1) Minutes
2) WTE: Pros and Cons:
6:15 PM Susan Parten
6:25 PM Scott Haase
6:35 PM Questions/Discussion
3) Puerto Rico Interconnection Study: Report on Washington DC meetings on grid and status update. Hugo or Juanita; Vahan
4) Solar RFP update. Allyson
5) Wind metering update. Karl & Carl
6) Interconnection Standards and Solar Leasing: Karl and Eric
7) Other Matters
Saturday, October 22, 2011
You Are Cordially Invited
Who: USVI lighting professionals, electricians and architects
What: In-store training on Lutron’s LCP 128 and XPS lighting control systems
Where: Quality Electric Supply Inc, 6703 Peter’s Rest, Christiansted, St. Croix
When: October 25, 2011
Time: 9 AM -12 PM
What: In-store training on Lutron’s LCP 128 and XPS lighting control systems
Where: Quality Electric Supply Inc, 6703 Peter’s Rest, Christiansted, St. Croix
When: October 25, 2011
Time: 9 AM -12 PM
LCP 128™
Easily configured lighting management system that offers automated presets and simple end-user control of all dimming and switching in a facility. LCP 128 is easy to design, install, and program and is perfect for restaurants, lobbies, retail stores, places of worship, auditoriums, spas, community centers, and more. http://www.lutron.com/Products/WholeBuildingSystems/LCP128/Pages/Overview.aspx
Easily configured lighting management system that offers automated presets and simple end-user control of all dimming and switching in a facility. LCP 128 is easy to design, install, and program and is perfect for restaurants, lobbies, retail stores, places of worship, auditoriums, spas, community centers, and more. http://www.lutron.com/Products/WholeBuildingSystems/LCP128/Pages/Overview.aspx
XPS
Offering occupancy, scheduled, and manual control, XPS systems provide flexible switched lighting control. XPS integrates with building management and security systems to enhance facility appearance, day and night.
For more information call 340.773.4630 x 322
www.QualityElectricVI.com
Offering occupancy, scheduled, and manual control, XPS systems provide flexible switched lighting control. XPS integrates with building management and security systems to enhance facility appearance, day and night.
For more information call 340.773.4630 x 322
www.QualityElectricVI.com
Friday, October 21, 2011
Green Drive Saves Hilton $74m in Two Years
October 21, 2011
LightStay, the sustainability measurement system used by Hilton Worldwide and its portfolio of 10 hotel brands, has saved the company more than $74 million since its launch in 2009.According to 2010 results released this week, the LightStay strategy has so far reduced the hotel chain’s energy use by 6.6 percent and cut its carbon output by 7.8 percent, against a 2008 baseline.The strategy also cut water use by 3.8 percent and waste output by 19 percent, the hotel chain says.To date, Hilton Worldwide’s efforts are equivalent to the removal of more than 50,000 cars from the road, water savings that could fill more than 1,000 swimming pools and energy conservation that could provide power to nearly 20,000 homes a year, the company says.By 2014 Hilton plans to reduce energy consumption, CO2 emissions and waste output by 20 percent and reduce water consumption by 10 percent from direct operations within the company’s properties, against a 2008 baseline.Earlier this month it emerged that Hilton Worldwide received ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications at 2,750 properties in 85 countries.The chain is one of 12 international hotel companies including Hyatt, Fairmont and Marriott, that are trying to create a single methodology for calculating carbon footprints and emissions.
LightStay, the sustainability measurement system used by Hilton Worldwide and its portfolio of 10 hotel brands, has saved the company more than $74 million since its launch in 2009.According to 2010 results released this week, the LightStay strategy has so far reduced the hotel chain’s energy use by 6.6 percent and cut its carbon output by 7.8 percent, against a 2008 baseline.The strategy also cut water use by 3.8 percent and waste output by 19 percent, the hotel chain says.To date, Hilton Worldwide’s efforts are equivalent to the removal of more than 50,000 cars from the road, water savings that could fill more than 1,000 swimming pools and energy conservation that could provide power to nearly 20,000 homes a year, the company says.By 2014 Hilton plans to reduce energy consumption, CO2 emissions and waste output by 20 percent and reduce water consumption by 10 percent from direct operations within the company’s properties, against a 2008 baseline.Earlier this month it emerged that Hilton Worldwide received ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications at 2,750 properties in 85 countries.The chain is one of 12 international hotel companies including Hyatt, Fairmont and Marriott, that are trying to create a single methodology for calculating carbon footprints and emissions.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Quality Electric Supply to Hold 2011 National Electric Code Training
Understanding NEC Requirements For Solar Photovoltaic Systems
November 3, 2011
November 3, 2011
CHRISTIANSTED, St. Croix—Quality Electric Supply Inc. is presenting a comprehensive review for electrical contractors, electricians, PV installers and project managers on Article 690 & 705: Solar Photovoltaic Systems of the 2011 National Electric Code which will be adopted for all PV installations across the USVI. This class will take place on November 3, 2011 at the Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital, VI Cardiac Care Center conference room from 8 AM to 5 PM with a half hour for lunch at 1 PM. Participants may bring their own lunch or purchase lunch at the hospital cafeteria.
The presenter Steve Garner, chief engineer of Quality Electric's Special Projects Group, will use Mike Holt’s Guide to Understanding NEC Requirements for Solar Photovoltaic Systems, as the course text which will be provided for all participants. Pre-paid cost is $99. The deadline for registration is October 21, 2011. To make your reservation today, contact Michaelene Parham at 340.773.4630 ext. 321.
Monday, October 10, 2011
Main Street Businesses interested in reducing their WAPA bills and receptive to the USVI-WISE Energy Efficiency Program.
After talking to more than 30 of the business owners, sales clerks, and store managers I was glad to see that most were receptive to my proposals. They attentively listened when I suggested the installation of air curtains, more efficient lighting, and specially interested in air conditioners. The reality is that for some businesses utility bills are their number one expense and that can be managed if the business plan has taken that into consideration, for many it seems counter intuitive.
The USVI-WISE program, which offers incentives for assessments, equipment purchases and installations, and quality control could help mitigate the burden of the high utility bills. This was just the first visit, a second visit will be scheduled this week to visit the businesses that were missed the first time and hopefully businesses will take advantage of the opportunity.
The USVI-WISE program, which offers incentives for assessments, equipment purchases and installations, and quality control could help mitigate the burden of the high utility bills. This was just the first visit, a second visit will be scheduled this week to visit the businesses that were missed the first time and hopefully businesses will take advantage of the opportunity.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
USVI-WISE Main Street St Thomas 9am-12pm/October 6th
We are updating the USVI EDIN EEWG calendar regularly; here is a highlight for this week. If you have any questions contact Miguel Quinones with VIEO at Miguel.Quinones@eo.vi.gov.
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