National Energy Partners, LLC

Thursday, April 5, 2012

New Solar System Unveiled in Voorhees

SOLAR SYSTEM PROJECT UNVEILED AT AVIAN PLAZA

VOORHEES -- A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 10:30am to announce the commissioning of a photovoltaic solar panel system (PV) installation project at the Avian Plaza Shopping Center, located at 2999 Evesham Road in Voorhees, NJ.

Many of the key players involved in the Avian Plaza solar system project were present, including Avian Plaza property owners Tanya and Myron “Bucky” Buchman and Jack Sattin, co-owner of the solar panel system. Mayor Michael Mignona of Voorhees was in attendance and we were honored to have him speak about the dynamic project. Also in attendance were representatives from Susquehanna Bank, the bank that financed the Avian Plaza solar system project.

The solar system at Avian Plaza is the largest installation to date in Voorhees Township, Camden County, NJ. The system was developed and installed by National Energy Partners, LLC a solar energy development company located in Mount Laurel, NJ. The system was built in about 30 days, with A&E Construction serving as the project sub-contractor. The 113 kilowatt system is comprised of two components, one for Traino's Wine and Spirits, consisting of 103 kilowatts, and the second, a 10 kilowatt system, for the common areas of Avian Plaza. The system will be able to produce approximately 135,000 kilowatts hours of electricity annually. This is enough energy to avoid 142,752 tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually, equivalent to taking 29 cars off the road per year or saving 41 acres of trees.

Jack Sattin and Myron Buchman had this to say about National Energy Partners: “NEP was knowledgeable, organized and efficient in the way they handled everything.” Sattin also noted, “We are always looking for an economical way to improve the property and we are fortunate to have a double benefit, substantial energy cost savings and a project that will support our environment now and into the future.” Jeremy Conner, CEO of National Energy Partners said, “With our Avian Plaza project, the owner is using the system for a specific tenant and to offset the cost of common area electricity to the Plaza’s tenants. It is gratifying to know that we are helping small business owners.”

About National Energy Partners

National Energy Partners, LLC is a renewable energy company based in Mount Laurel, NJ. Renewable energy based businesses are among the fastest growing sectors of our economy. Specializing in the development of photovoltaic solar electrical systems, NEP works with municipalities, educational institutions and leading companies in their pursuit towards a greener society. NEP believes that our future energy demands must be met with minimal affect on the nation’s economy, and less impact on the environment. That is why NEP is committed to helping clients realize the benefits and savings of clean energy while reducing their up-front capital investment. NEP develops, finances, manages and operates solar projects in New Jersey, Massachusetts, Hawaii and Puerto Rico.

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For more information about National Energy Partners, LLC: http://www.nepsolar.com/.

From left: Mayor Mignona of Voorhees, Tanya Buchman, Lou Sabec, Jack Sattin, Myron "Bucky" Buchman, Mitch Cohen

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

National Energy Partners, LLC (NEP) is looking to develop solar projects in Puerto Rico

NEP recently embarked on a trip to the sunny island of Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico is a perfect environment for using solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for a variety of reasons. The main reason is that Puerto Rico is highly dependent on oil and most of Puerto Rico’s power is supplied by diesel fuel, and utility rates on the island are 30-40% higher than what US consumers pay. This high dependency on oil makes power very expensive for residents of Puerto Rico which is why switching to solar power is an excellent opportunity for businesses, individuals and utility companies on the island. While on this exciting trip, NEP executives met with business owners and larger power users who may potentially be interested in using clean energy produced by solar systems. Key people that NEP met with in Puerto Rico range from industry leaders to political leaders and Energy Procurement Companies who are partnering with local solar installation companies. The company’s focus will be on developing and constructing solar systems for large electrical users such as hospitals, universities and large manufacturers. They are looking for land owners with large parcels of land near utility companies to develop and construct large solar farms. The power produced by those solar farms would be sold back to the local utility companies to then redistribute to residents and businesses in Puerto Rico. NEP is looking forward to partnering with local government agencies, such as the Department of Puerto Rican Energy Affairs, to operate along with energy grant programs. There is a huge potential for a wide variety of solar projects to be developed and constructed in this region.

For more information about National Energy Partners, LLC, please visit our website at http://www.nepsolar.com/.

Friday, June 17, 2011

National Energy Partners and KDC Solar Launch 8-Megawatt Solar Project

Mount Laurel, New Jersey, June 16, 2011 – Siegfried (USA), Inc., a manufacturer of active pharmaceutical drug substances in Pennsville, New Jersey, celebrated on June 14 the beginning of a Solar Energy Partnership Project with National Energy Partners, LLC based in Mount Laurel and KDC Solar, LLC based in Bedminster.

The project will involve the installation of an 8-megawatt solar photovoltaic system on Siegfried’s property. The solar panels, which convert sunlight into electricity, are so-called solar trackers that tilt the panels throughout the day to take advantage of early morning and late afternoon sunshine. These trackers substantially increase the total amount of power produced by the solar system.

Dr. Walter Kittl, General Manager of Siegfried (USA), Inc. told a gathering of county and local dignitaries and Siegfried employees, “On average 80% of Siegfried’s energy needs will be met with this system. However, during peak summer hours the solar panels will generate 100% of the site’s energy requirements. This has a positive effect on the local energy delivery system because Siegfried does not have to access it during those times.”

Lou Sabec, Managing Partner of National Energy Partners, noted “NEP is proud to be partnering with Siegfried (USA), Inc. and KDC Solar in this significant renewable energy project that will have a direct impact on the local and state economy and will provide clean, renewable energy for Siegfried for many years to come. To know that we are saving our natural resources and reducing our dependence on fossil fuels through the use of solar power is extremely rewarding for us and our partners.”

Solar energy is considered a renewable and clean energy source, which not only preserves our environment but also has become a cost-efficient way to generate electricity. This was pointed out by Tom Lynch of KDC Solar, LLC, who also stated, “In addition to the environmentally-friendly impact of a solar system, our model offers significant cost savings for our electric customers. This in turn makes it more attractive for companies to do business in New Jersey.”

In his closing remarks, Dr. Walter Kittl commented on the positive impact that lower energy costs have on a business. “Siegfried will see a positive impact on the bottom line because energy is a driving factor in the manufacture of pharmaceutical drug substances. In the end, it is about being in business providing good value to our customers and investors and at the same time maintaining or creating good jobs in the local economies where we have a presence. If we can do all that and leave a smaller carbon footprint, I call that a win-win situation.”

It is expected that the solar system will come on line in 2012.

From left to right: Robert Geist, Field Representative for U.S. Congressman Frank LoBiondo; Lou Sabec, NEP; Thomas Lynch, KDC Solar; Laura Cummings, Pennsville Township Committeewoman; Dr. Rudolph Hanko, CEO Siegfried Ltd.; Robert McDade, Deputy Mayor Pennsville Township; Jack Lynch, Pennsville Township Administrator; Julie Acton, Salem County Freeholder; Richie Raines, Pennsville Township Committeeman; and Dr. Walter Kittl, General Manager Siegfried (USA), Inc.

Monday, December 20, 2010

National Energy Partners Obtains Approval to Construct 3.5MW Solar Project in Mullica Hill, NJ

12/13/10

National Energy Partners in Mount Laurel, NJ has received approval from South Harrison Township (Mullica Hill, NJ) to construct a large solar project on Franklinville Road (3.5 MegaWatts is enough power to supply approximately 450 homes). The project will use an advanced "single-axis tracker" system to produce more power than a conventional system by allowing the panels to "track" the movement of the sun across the horizon.

The system will be used to provide clean energy to a large cold storage facility and will assume over 80% of the total electricity load for the company.

National Energy Partners plans to begin construction of the system early in 2011 and should complete the project by the end of the year.

For more information about this project or how your business can benefit from solar energy, contact National Energy Partners at 856-273-5761 or visit our website at http://www.nepsolar.com.

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Friday, December 17, 2010

House Passes Senate tax bill | Stoel Rives LLP

Cash Grant Extension goes to Obama

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2010-12-17/obama-to-sign-tax-bill-today-spokesman-gibbs-says-update1-.html

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Federal Investment Tax Credit for Solar Projects goes to the House

http://solarhbj.com/news/extension-of-cash-grants-for-solar-projects-goes-to-house-divided-01220