Stories of Interest
House Passes Legislation to Support America's Solar Energy Future
The House of Representatives has approved two bills that would
jump-start investment in America's most abundant renewable resource -
solar power.
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ENERGY BILL : LEGISLATION OK'D TO BOOST EFFICIENCY, PROMOTE USE OF RENEWABLE RESOURCES
The House on Saturday passed
a far-reaching package of energy legislation that would promote
conservation and the use of renewable resources at the expense of the
country's oil and gas interests.
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Thanks to all for supporting clean, renewable energy!
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Greetings!
We have a new email system along with a new look. We hope you enjoy the change and find the content useful.
This month's eNews will focus on upcoming events. There is a lot happening in Nevada regarding renewable energy at this time, including several very interesting events in the near future. We hope you will be able to attend a few. Perhaps we'll even see you there.
As always, thanks for your interest and support for clean, renewable energy!
Steve Rypka
President
Solar NV
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Attend Solar NV's Monthly Meeting!
Solar Tower Renewable Energy System
 Chris Davey from Australian company EnviroMission will discuss Solar Tower technology and the company's plans to create massive amounts of clean solar energy in Australia.
Their first project will focus on developing
the revolutionary technology into the world's first large-scale
solar thermal power station capable of generating enough electricity to
supply 200,000 typical Australian homes.
View a short video about the solar tower. What: Solar NV Monthly Meeting
Date: Wednesday, August 15
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: NV Power, Wengert Room
6226 West Sahara Ave.
Las Vegas, NV Open to the public.
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NV Renewable Energy Leadership Awards
Silent Auction and Banquet
Crinis - "Rays of Sunlight"
 Solar NV requests the honor of your presence at the Nevada Renewable Energy Leadership Award banquet.
Please join us as we honor an individual in the Nevada community who
has made significant contributions to renewable energy that has lead to
a more secure energy future.
Dina Titus, Nevada Senate Minority Leader
Senator
Titus has proven herself as a renewable energy leader in the community,
bringing together universities, renewable energy developers and
utilities to make our abundant renewable energy resources a cornerstone
for Nevada's future and a leader for the nation in renewable energy
policy. What: Crinis - Leadership Award Banquet
Date: Saturday, August 18
Where: Cili Restaurant (Bali Hai Golf Club)
5160 Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89119
When: Reception - 6:00 PM
(hors d'oeuvres and silent auction)
Dinner - 7:00 PM
Cost: $75/Person
Please RSVP with Allison Gray @ 702-379-6592 or agray@unlv.nevada.edu by August 15, 2007
If you would like to donate an item for the auction, please contact Allison. All proceeds go towards educating and promoting renewable energy
and conservation in Nevada.
Event Flyer / Invitation
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Town Hall Meeting on Energy
Independence w/Senator Reid
Opportunity for Citizen Participation
Senator Harry Reid will be hosting a town hall discussion on Nevada's Role in Achieving Energy Independence on
Monday, August 27th at 10:30 AM at the Springs Preserve
(333 S. Valley View and Meadows Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89107).
Please RSVP at Senator Reid's office, 702-388-5020.
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2007 Energy Symposium @ UNLV
For educators, students, policy makers, all energy & environmental professionals and citizens
 This inaugural event is dedicated to showcasing the
renewable/sustainable energy projects of UNLV faculty, staff, students,
and collaborators, as well as other external projects underway
statewide and nationally. The development and utilization of new
technologies to protect the environment, achieve energy independence,
and strengthen the economy will be explored. Speakers and
poster-session presenters will provide further insight to many ongoing
projects and innovative research ideas.
Organized
by UNLV's Office of Strategic Energy Programs, the event offers
participants the opportunity to learn about energy projects and will
encourage networking and collaboration. This symposium is intended for
researchers, educators, students, policy makers, public and
private-sector energy and environmental professionals, and citizens. Dates: August 15, 16, and 17, 2007
Times: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. August 15 and 16
8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. August 17 - Solargenix Tour
Location:
The Stan Fulton Building on the UNLV campus. The Fulton Building is
located on the corner of Flamingo Road and Swenson Street.
Reception:
Aug. 15. Begins at 5 p.m. for all dinner participants. Dinner begins at
6 p.m. Cost is $25/pp, $10/ea for currently enrolled students.
Location: The Stan Fulton Building.
Optional Tour: Solargenix facility tour on Aug. 17. Shuttle bus will depart at 8:30 a.m. Location: TBA
Registration: Online registration is now available.
Registration Cost: Free
Dress: Business casual attire is suggested.
Click here to download PDF Brochure
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Introduction to Solar Energy Utilization
UNLV FALL SEMESTER 2007
EGG 150/EGG 450
(3 CREDITS)
Mondays and Wednesdays
4:00-5:15
- Satisfies General Education Core Science Requirements
- Open to any interested person, whether he/she is student or not.
- Can be taken for Credit or on a No-Credit Basis
- No background, math or otherwise, required
INSTRUCTORS
Robert F. Boehm, Course Coordinator and Instructor
Others from several on & off campus programs including:
ENGINEERING, ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES,
ARCHITECTURE, POLITICAL SCIENCE,
UTILITIES and MORE
TOPICS
- Introductions to the Potential of Renewable Energy
- Building Applications
- PV, Solar Thermal Power, Hydrogen, Biomass, Wind
- Electrical Power Generation
- Fuel Cells
- Political Issues
- Environmental Motivations
- Commercial Products
- Some Hands-On
Call UNLV Center for Energy Research
895-0429
Call Now - Starting Soon!
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GreenNV
Green Building Expo & Renewable Energy Summit
 GreenNV (not to be confused with Solar NV!) has announced the first Green Building Expo and Renewable Energy Summit to be held in Spring 2008.
Solar NV fully supports this event and will be a participant.
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Solar Home Tour 2007
Cool, Innovative and Energy Stingy Homes
After two years of sold-out attendance, this year's Solar Home Tour of 15 homes promises to raise the bar again.
Save the Date: Saturday, October 6, 2007
UNLV School of Architecture
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
More information will be posted on our website.
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Events Calendar
Be sure to visit our events calendar for the latest schedule of upcoming meetings, special events and other activities regarding renewable energy.
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