Sept 9, 2009
ARCHITECT Lunch & Learn

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As I walked away, I realized that I had missed an opportunity.  Rather than argue about global warming I should have focused on the areas we agree on.  He seemed to have been an intelligent and capable person.  He believed in recycling which I should have complimented and then asked if he believes in keeping his appliances at home efficient by cleaning his refrigeration coils and maintaining his HVAC unit.  He seemed like the kind of person with common sense, and I'm sure he would have answered yes.  He also seemed like a patriotic person, and I should have asked him if he believes we should reduce our dependence on the Middle East oil supply....again I would wager he would have said yes (though his solution may have been to drill while mine would be efficiency and technology).

My point is that rather than argue, we should have found common ground.  Americans need to become energy efficient and reduce our consumption of fossil fuels.  Whether we do that because we believe in global warming, for patriotic reasons, or simply to save money, it really doesn't matter.  All that matters is we get past the debates and get moving with action....and HarneTech believes we need to get moving fast. 

P.S.  Did everyone catch  what the Pentagon is now projecting and planning in regards to global warming over the next 30 years (New York Times: Climate Change seen as Threat to U.S. Security)....this is no longer a liberal democrat issue...it is an American issue.

Cris Arens

The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the U.S. Department of Energy recently announced they are accepting applications for a program that will make direct payments to companies that create and place in service renewable energy facilities. The two Departments estimate distributing at least $3 billion in financial support to approximately 5,000 bio-mass, solar, wind, and other types of renewable energy production facilities.

"These payments will help spur major private sector investments in clean energy and create new jobs for America's workers.  It is part of our broad effort to double our renewable energy capacity in the next few years and make sure that America leads the world in creating the new clean energy economy of the future," said Energy Secretary Steven Chu.

Grants are available to eligible property placed in service in 2009 or 2010.  The grant amount can be up to 30% of eligible solar energy, fuel cell, or small wind turbine property.  This cash grant is to be taken in lieu of the federal business energy investment tax credit (ITC).  

HarneTech can help you to determine the best renewable energy solution for your business and take advantage of these funds.  If you are interested please contact Michael Wilder.