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The U.S. solar energy industry achieved a new record for installations in the third quarter of 2011 thanks to utility-scale projects, a rising residential market, and low manufacturing prices, according to a report released by the Solar Energy Industries Association. Grid-connected photovoltaic installations grew 140 percent over last year. The growth of the industry reflects locally with Reno based Hamilton Solar, Inc.
Hamilton Solar posts their most successful year since it’s founding in 2008, having more than doubled its workforce and production. Over the course of 2011, the company grew from 35 employees to over 60.
“In a time when America has been suffering to put people back to work, the solar industry has grown to employ over a 100,000 people, that’s 20,000 more than the coal industry. Rising energy costs coupled with decreasing solar prices, positions Hamilton Solar to have a fantastic 2012,” remarked Reid Hamilton, partner of Hamilton Solar.
The company’s job creation rise was a direct result of Hamilton Solar’s increase in commissioned projects. The company completed 42 projects in 2011, installing approximately 6.6 megawatts of commercial and residential solar power systems. Expanding statewide, Hamilton Solar installed several projects for Nevada counties, cities, school districts, and churches. Some of the most notable projects included: City of Sparks, Carson City School District, Washoe County School District, Humboldt County School district, Lander County School District, Churchill County, Esmeralda County, Eureka County, Lander County, Reno Sparks Indian Colony, Lion County Fire Department, Reno-Tahoe International Airport, and the Nevada Humane Society.
About Hamilton Solar, INC.
Hamilton Solar, a Reno-based company, is Nevada’s solar electric leader. They specialize in design and installation of solar electric systems for residential, commercial and governmental properties. For more information, please visit www.hamiltonsolarnevada.com, call (775) 747-6000 or email [email protected].
