Happy Independence Day America!

Keeping it light with some "Green" games and info for kids:

* CleansweepUSA

* EEK! Environmental Education For Kids

* Recycle City

* Thirsten's Word Scrabble

* What On Earth? (for kids only it says)

* Celebrate The 4th and what it stands for: 4th of July Fireworks Video Showcase

Jobs In Solar: PV Systems Project Manager (Bedford, MA )

Reply to: job-kybym-1245876427@craigslist.org
Date: 2009-06-29, 6:01PM EDT

PV Systems Project Manger

Position Summary: Manage and coordinate installation construction project details for PV Systems.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate activities between sales, engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, and installation crew to successfully implement PV systems
• Directly interact with customers and suppliers to ensure projects meet customer expectations as well as contractual obligations
• Manage project schedule
• Communicate risks to schedule where appropriate
• Track cost performance against budget
• Ability to prepare layouts when required
• Support multi-faceted projects to schedule


Job Qualifications:

• BS ME, EE, IE or related project management background
• 5 to 10 years experience in facility project management
• Field construction experience in both electrical and mechanical installations
• Familiarity with solar PV systems, electrical codes
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, MS Project
• Ability to travel

Spire Corporation is a Massachusetts corporation incorporated in 1969 with its principal offices located in Bedford, Massachusetts. Spire is a diversified technology company serving the solar energy, biomedical, telecommunications and defense industries. Spire Corporation is the leader in providing manufacturing equipment and turnkey production lines to produce photovoltaic (PV) modules.

Spire Corporation offers competitive salaries and a first class benefits package. We take pride in a pleasant, non-smoking work environment.

To apply please indicate the position for which you are applying along with your salary requirements in your cover letter. Please send your resume by email or fax. We prefer all documentation by email with attachments in MS Word or PDF format. Please note, due to the large volume of responses we receive from our postings, we are not able to respond directly to each individual who applies or expresses interest in Spire, or accept inquiries by telephone. While we are happy to accept unsolicited resumes, we typically only contact applicants who apply for advertised openings. If there is interest in scheduling an interview for an available position, one of our representatives will contact you.

Spire Corporation
Attn: Human Resources Department
One Patriots Park
Bedford, MA 01730-2396/USA
Email:careers@spirecorp.com

Spire is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/H/V) and encourages diversity in the workplace.

Location: Bedford, MA

• Compensation: Competitive
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Jobs In Solar: SolarTec USA is seeking Installers Los Angeles Area

Reply to: fred@solartecusa.com
Date: 2009-06-30, 3:13PM PDT

SOLAR INSTALLERS AND MRKETING PERSONEL ARE NEEDED

SolarTec USA is seeking talented, enthusiastic & committed people to join its expanding operation for SOLAR INSTALLERS. Installer must be Licensed Installers with C10 or C46 preferred.

We also have solar installation TRAINING for individuals on July 11 & 12 from 8am – 5pm. The fee is $395. Please email your resume to: Fred@SolarTecUSA.com.

Or Contact Us at: (888) TRY 1 SOLAR or (888) 879-1765

Compensation: Per job performance and commission.

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Solar Impuse Solar Plane

The Solar Impulse Website has great images and videos supporting the press release info below:

From Swiss watchmaker Omega:

The development of a performance simulation and testing system (system test bench) for
the Solar Impulse project led by Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg, whose
objective is to develop and build an exclusively solar-powered airplane and to fly it
day and night by 2009, and around the world by the end of 2011. Known for its
precision-technology watches, the development of innovative timekeeping equipment
and its historic role as Official Timekeeper of the Olympic Games, Omega has been
deeply involved together with the Group Team in the development of the airplane’s
engine and of the system test bench used to test various components of the Solar
Impulse airplane. A member of Swatch Group, the world’s largest watchmaking Group
and a leading provider of advanced technologies to a variety of industries, Omega
contributes its high-profile brand presence, communication support and essential
technologies developed by Swatch Group specialists in the areas of automation and
the development of test equipment to the Solar Impulse project.

Solar Impulse Test Bench

The system test bench is an electromechanical system designed to enable the Solar
Impulse development team to simulate and test the performance of the airplane's
electrical systems at the conceptual stage, i.e. before production of the respective
components begins. In developing this bench, the OMEGA team made use of previous
experience in Swatch automation and testing of hybrid cars. The team will test the
airplane's electrical propulsion systems, including the batteries, the electric motors
and the connections to the propellers. In particular, as full-sized solar panels for the
airplane are not yet available for testing, the system test bench will allow the Solar
Impulse team to simulate the performance of the solar panels destined to provide the
sole source of energy to the plane’s four electric motors. The tests will determine the
effective energy delivered by the solar cells to the motors. The team will also analyze
the performance of the motor under normal conditions and at temperatures ranging
from –40ºC to +55ºC; battery capacity; and the performance of the airplane’s
controls.

Hybrid Drive Propulsion Technology

Omega’s support is of critical importance to the Solar Impulse project, in particular
with respect to the airplane’s electrical propulsion system. Omega is providing the
technological expertise that enabled the development, initiated in the 1980s, of the
Swatchmobile hybrid propulsion system, along with the services of one of the experts
who oversaw development of the innovative automobile’s hybrid-drive engine. The
Swatchmobile was conceived - far ahead of its time - as a hybrid vehicle that
combined a thermal motor with four electric motors powered by a rechargeable
battery. The numerous technological challenges facing the Swatchmobile development
engineers to conceive and implement totally innovative solutions in terms of
propulsion electronics, electric motors, battery management and security. It is this
invaluable expertise and exceptional experience that Omega has made available to
the Solar Impulse development team.

One of the main supporters of this project is Bertrand Piccard.

The Prius Hearse.....

Toyota has begun production on a Prius Hearse — which will be better for the environment than traditional gas-powered hearses. Experts say it’s the perfect way to tell everyone in your funeral procession, I’m judging you from beyond the grave. - Conan O'Brien

Jobs In Solar: Sr. Energy Consultant (New Jersey)

Reply to: job-dx8qb-1241019142@craigslist.org
Date: 2009-06-26, 2:26PM EDT

Borrego Solar Systems, Inc, a growing, solar energy design, engineering and installation company, seeks a veteran Sales Professional. We are seeking a highly articulate, motivated, well organized closer to exceed sales quotas with integrity.

Borrego Solar’s approach to compensating our employees is unique and progressive. We offer a workplace that is casual, upbeat and hard working. We strive for quality workmanship and place a large emphasis on customer satisfaction and education. We promote from within and are looking for career minded individuals, looking to advance in the growing photovoltaic industry. We offer great pay commensurate with experience along with excellent benefits including:

• Top Sales Professionals currently earn more than $175,000 per year
• Generous Commission Structure
• Paid Health Insurance
• Self managed flexible work schedules and time off policies
• 401K plan with company match

Desired Qualifications:
• Must be able to powerfully present to executive board level professionals
• Comprehensive experience selling within the B2B market
• Proven track record closing multimillion dollar contracts.
• Experience performing financial calculations (ROI, IRR, NPV, APR, etc...)
• Experience in technical sales
• Strong math and computer skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Understanding of general construction
• Understanding of electricity and electrical contracting
• Desire to stay on the leading edge of the RE industry
• Ability to read, understand, and edit electrical and structural plans
• World class communication and customer service skills and experience
• Four year college degree

Position Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• Sales of commercial solar electric systems
• Closing deals and signing contracts
• Prospecting for and qualifying leads
• Conducting site evaluations for potential clients, Rough system design
• Estimating cost and pricing systems
• Analysis of customers’ current and projected electrical usage, and financial return on investment
• Negotiating contracts
• Communicating with project manager regarding system design
• Logging all communications with customers in contact database

To apply, please follow the link below.

https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=320745

• Location: New Jersey
• Compensation: $175,000 per year plus
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Orange- French Telecom-Their Tent of The Future

Check out this prototype of a Solar Tent. Camping or homelessness will never be the same again!

Solar Concept Tent is made of photovoltaic "fabric":

Photovoltaic Fabric

Latest research shows that by weaving specially coated solar threads into conventional fabric, revolutionary new ways of capturing the sun’s energy could soon become a reality. These radical advances mean that rather than relying upon familiar fixed panels, designers were free to conceive how a tent of flexible solar fabrics might look.

The Concept Tent’s solar shell uses this technology to full effect with three directional glides which can be moved throughout the day to maximise its solar efficiency, capturing the optimum amount of energy which can to be used throughout the tent in a variety of new and exciting ways.

French Telecom company Orange is behind this Solar Tent. Read about it HERE.

Jobs In Solar: Renewable Energy - Area Sales Manager (Philadelphia)

Reply to: job-5yx4e-1215885069@craigslist.org
Date: 2009-06-11, 12:40AM EDT

Rapidly growing renewable energy company opening an office in Philadelphia offers you an opportunity for unlimited growth and compensation. Job entails hiring, training, and managing sales staff selling renewable energy systems (solar, solar thermal, and wind) to residential and commercial customers.

Successful candidate will be highly motivated, organized, and creative with sales experience and should have strong computer skills. A background in HR and training is helpful. Strong communication skills a must. Should be comfortable working from customer's and home environments as well as the office.

Compensation is commission based (minimum $100,000 / yr.) with yearly incentives and could quickly climb with no limit. Regional manager position likely for successful area manager. Grow your career and feel great about what you do as we provide positive environmental impact with every product we sell. Send resume with response.

Location: Philadelphia

• Compensation: Commission based with minimum $100,000 / yr
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Jobs In Solar: Independent Manufacturers Sales Rep (Houston)

Reply to: info@ussolarheating.com
Date: 2009-06-11, 2:21PM CDT

US Solar Heating (www.ussolarheating.com) is a manufacturer of solar air and water heating systems for residential and commercial customers in the US. Our innovative solar air heating systems are designed to produce hot, fresh air in a room using the sun’s energy. Due to the rapid growth of our company, and demand for ‘green’ energy solutions in the US, we require manufacturing reps/distributors of our solar products in the US.

We are seeking individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit who truly want to enter the green energy market. Partnering with our home office in Chicago, we provide outstanding customer service support for technical issues in your designated territory.

DESCRIPTION:

• Analyzing customer needs and recommending appropriate solar air heating solutions.
• Sell solar air heating systems directly to homeowners, remodeling contractors, business owners, and any appropriate retail partners in assigned territory.
• Clearly communicate project deliverables including product costs, installation dates, etc.
• Manage territory in appropriate manner, capitalizing on local advertising, as well as Solar/Green partnerships in area to gain notoriety for yourself and US Solar Heating as preferred local provider of solar air heating solutions.
• Effectively maintaining relationships with customers for referrals and future business.
• Serve as independent sales force of US Solar Heating solar products in designated territory.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Well motivated sales person with track record of goal achievement
• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years sales experience in construction industry
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to present products in conferences and in front of groups of people
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle, and cell phone

If you are interested in pursuing an opportunity in the green energy industry, please send an email to info@ussolarheating.com with your resume and cover letter.

• Location: Houston
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Solar Briefs.....

* San Francisco rolls out it's first Solar Powered Bus Station. They're starting out with 5 bus shelters and will be evaluating their pros and cons before continuing to build further shelters. The plan is to replace 1,100 bus stations by 2013.

Features powered by solar include: WiFi, LED lighting, and The Next Muni Bus System powered by GPS.

The roof of the bus shelter sports a wavy red plastic material and pv panels.

Check out the Solar Powered Bus Shelters of San Francisco Here.

* Is your next solar gadget going to be powered by cells that were made by bacteria-eating viruses? NO? Read this and guess again:

Powerful Ideas: Electronics Grown by Germs

* Straining to come with a great gift for Dad for Father's Day? Check out these interesting suggestions for "Green Gifts" for the environmental-conscious dad at:

Mother Nature Network

California's Solar Power Culture Experiencing Growing Pains

When mom and pop produce more electricity from their rooftop solar array than they use, that electricity is "sold" back to the utility they are connected to. This is called "net-metering". A home with a solar array has a meter running to monitor electrical use and output. California utility companies like PG&E can only accept up to 2.5% of "their" electricity from solar energy producing homeowners.

PG&E and other California utility companies are getting closer to that 2.5% quota or "Cap."

Problem: If the "cap" isn't raised, solar installations could still take place but would "drastically reduce the economic benefit" said Adam Browning, executive director of "Vote Solar." Not raising the cap could effectively shut down some companies who install rooftop solar panel systems as their business model because of fewer customers wanting installations.

Critics of solar power say raising the cap on what utilities can accept from homeowners can make the California electrical "grid" unstable. The grid will now not only have current homeowners adding power to it but many additional solar installations are coming up as well. They ask how will the grid handle all this additional power and what will be the ramifications.

The solar power industry is naturally up in arms about the state imposed cap of 2.5%. That limit may be reached this year, certainly next year says Sara Birmingham of "Solar Alliance." Solar Alliance is the sponsor of a bill that if passed would raise the cap in California to 10%.

The California State Assembly already passed the bill, but next year California's state senate votes on the issue. People who want to install solar rooftop systems and save on their energy bills had better contact their state senators and let them know what you think about this bill and the cap issue.

Jobs In Solar: E-Commerce/Web Designer for a Green Energy Company (Central/North Jersey )

Reply to: job-gyhza-1211048600@craigslist.org
Date: 2009-06-08, 10:50AM EDT

Startup solar/wind firm in Bradley Beach, NJ is looking for a part-time (work from home) as web designer/master. Position will begin June 15, 2009. Job consists of:

1. Adding & updating e-commerce products through our content management software
2. Information for Search Engines, web optimization, meta keywords and descriptions, Google Analytics Account and HEAD Section Add ons
3. Ad Word management via Yahoo and Froogle Base
4. Manage monthly promotions
5. Manage shipping, taxes and Quickbook exports
6. Generating a monthly news letters via constantcontact.com and content management systems

Great communication and computer skills are necessary. Ideal candidate must have at least two (2) years of office experience and be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, one or several content management suites and basic HTML. This is a perfect opportunity for a college or grad student looking for a part-time position in the growing renewable "green" business. Flexible hours, work from home. For consideration, please attach resume as a Microsoft Word attachment and reply to the link or mail to Aten Solar, HR Dept, 705 Brinley Ave, Bradley Beach, NJ 07720, 732-810-1983 ext 209.

• Location: Central/North Jersey
• Compensation: Starting at $15/hr
• Telecommuting is ok.
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