Tag Archives: solar trees
Envision Solar Lands Contract for 2,300 Solar Trees
Envision Solar announced plans this week to install a forest of 2,300 of its Solar Trees at a property in North Carolina. “We’ve installed a couple hundred Solar Trees in our company history,” said Envision CEO Desmond Wheatley. “This is a major leap.” It’s a leap the company has been preparing to make. Over the [...]
Grisham City Hall Installs Solar Trees
A couple of new trees, which may not provide shade, are being installed at the Gresham City hall. We are not referring to the real trees, but the two new solar trees that are specially designed by Spotlight Solar, a company with specialization in making sculpture like solar systems with artistic flair not only for [...]
In Focus: Solar Trees
Gone are the days when alternate sources of energy were clumsy and a burden not just on the pocket but also on the eyes. Modern technology has ensured that solar energy is harnessed in ways that appeal to a generation which likes gadgets, sleek, smart and ergonomically crafted. The “Solar Tree” installations outside the parking [...]
Envision Solar’s Solar Trees Arrive at 360 Commercial Partners
Envision Solar has partnered with 360 Commercial Partners, a commercial real estate firm, to bring its Solar Trees to 360 Commercial properties. The Solar Trees are elevated PV arrays that provide shading for parking lots or other purposes while powering buildings and electric vehicle chargers. Through the partnership Envision will install Solar Trees at 360 [...]
Solar Trees Installed at Discovery Place Museum in Charlotte
This really is one of the most interesting solar jobs you’ll ever get to see. SEM installed a pair of “solar trees” for Discovery Place museum in Charlotte for our friends at Spotlight Solar. The purpose is two-fold: they are designed to look interesting and they offer an opportunity for education. Aside from the bright [...]
The Solar Tree from GM and Envision Solar
When General Motors unveiled its new solar tree at its plant in Warren, Mich., this week, it didn’t just announce its commitment to renewable energy, it introduced the world to a an exciting technology. Companies have been building solar trees, generally used for shaded solar-power-generating parking, for years. But this one is different, said Envision [...]
Logan International Airport to get ‘solar trees’
Logan International Airport,Boston, will soon be generating solar energy enough to power thegarage. The system is a part of the $55.7 million project to repair the35-year old five-story garage. Other than the solar energy makeover,the garage project will also include installation of energy-efficientlighting systems and a rainwater harvesting system. Thoughthe complete setup will cost about [...]