News
August 29, 2011
New kid Silicon Energy is generating buzz among Minnesota homeowners
See the full article at twincities.com
July 21, 2011
Solar panels for the home
Silicon Energy MN says its new plant in Mountain Iron soon will be up and running.
See the full article on the Star Tribune
August, 2010
Island Ingenuity
Anderson Island, Washington - PV-covered carport
See the full article on Home Power Magazine
May 27, 2010
Local firm leads the way to a better solar panel
ARLINGTON - Snohomish County-based Silicon Energy’s solar-panel market is brightening - fast.
After 2-1/2 years of research and development work and certification testing, the company recently launched an innovative product that vastly improves on current solar panels in the industry.
See the full article on Snohomish County Business Journal
August 11, 2009
Silicon Energy debuts Cascade series solar panels
ARLINGTON - Solar panels are not a new invention, but Gary Shaver hopes that local power consumers will find his company's innovations to solar panels to be valuable additions to their homes and businesses.
See the full article on The Arlington Times
Press Releases
September 15, 2011
Silicon Energy PV Modules Receive ETL Certification
Achieves Final Step in Process for Inclusion in Xcel Energy’s Solar Rewards Program
Silicon Energy MN, LLC, a manufacturer of world-class solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for the North American market, today announced that its Cascade PV Modules, manufactured in its new Minnesota plant, have been certified to Underwriters Laboratories UL 1703 standard by ETL certification testing labs – the final step for inclusion in the State’s Made-in-Minnesota solar incentive program.
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August 25, 2011
Silicon Energy Begins Solar Module Production and Showcases Products at Minnesota State Fair’s Eco Experience Exhibit
Silicon Energy MN, LLC, a manufacturer of world-class solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for the North American market, is providing attendees of the Minnesota State Fair’s Eco Experience exhibit an up-close look at its Cascade PV System. These new solar modules feature glass on glass construction and a mounting system that safely encloses the wiring and allows for a variety of applications including the displayed carport installation. The company is a major partner of the Eco Experience exhibit and the region’s newest manufacturer of PV systems.
“We are proud to be one of the major partners of this important exhibit and participate as a local producer of solar products with an eye-catching PV display that will appeal to a variety of users,” said Gary Shaver, president, Silicon Energy. “Our goal is to make solar a mainstream energy source with a system that offers versatile installation options, provides a durable, safe and effective solution for energy harvest, and supports the local economy and the environment with smart manufacturing practices.”
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July 11, 2011
Silicon Energy’s New Extended Warranty for PV Systems Among Top in the World
Company Extends Warranty to 30 Years
Marysville, WA - Silicon Energy, a manufacturer of world-class solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for the North American market, announced today that it has extended its Silicon Energy Cascade PV System Power Warranties by five years. Based on over two years of field performance data and extensive third-party testing by NREL (National Renewable Energy Laboratory), Silicon Energy’s decision to extend its product warranty makes it one of the strongest warranties in the industry.
“We are committed to making solar a mainstream energy source with products that are safe, durable, maximize energy production, increase energy harvest, are aesthetically appealing, and support our local economy and environment with smart manufacturing practices,” said Gary Shaver, president, Silicon Energy. “Customers who choose Silicon Energy for their PV systems are choosing best-in-class products, now backed by one of the industry’s top warranties. Our product lifespan, application flexibility and optimized energy harvesting capability make our product a great investment.”
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June 24, 2010
Silicon Energy Expands to Larger Marysville Facility
Marysville, WA - Silicon Energy, the first certified PV solar module manufacturer in the state, has moved from Arlington to an expanded facility in Marysville. "We've nearly doubled our facility's size," says Silicon president Gary Shaver, "and this reflects the growth we've seen this year and the expansion plans we have."
The move from 14,000 to 27,000 square feet will accommodate an increase in production capacity, staffing needs, and product development. Since January, Silicon Energy has grown from 15 to 20 employees. In addition, they're bringing a solar inverter system to market, which satisfies our state Department of Revenue's "made in Washington" requirement for the solar incentive.
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