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Join industry experts Odes Armijo-Caster, Claudia Pavel, and Kelly Desy for an insightful symposium on the latest advancements in photovoltaic technologies. Learn about solar industry updates, conventional and concentrating solar technology, and new solar electric technologies. Gain valuable insights into the work of Sacred Power Corporation and the economic potential of solar investments in New Mexico. Discover past legislative efforts, economic impacts, and important issues in the renewable energy sector. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and engaged in the future of clean energy! 8
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Advancement in Photovoltaic’s Odes Armijo-Caster, Sacred Power - Moderator Claudia Pavel, Positive Energy Kelly Desy, Solfocus
My Background • REIA-NM Founder, 2 Term Past President • Licensed NM Solar Electrical / Mechanical Contractor since 1985 • Dual NABCEP Certified in both Solar Thermal & Photovoltaic • Live in Self-Built All Solar Home in Albuquerque since 1997 • Solar Business Owner 24yrs + • Worked in Solar Industry for over 29+ years Odes Armijo-Caster, SPC
Topics Covered • Solar Industry Update – REIA10min • Conventional “Flat Plate” Technology 30min Claudia Pavel, Positive Energy • Concentrating Solar Technology 30min Kelly Desy, SolFocus • New Solar Electric Technologies10min Odes Armijo-Caster, Sacred Power Corporation • Questions?10min Odes Armijo-Caster, SPC
About • A statewide non-profit organization of companies and individuals involved in solar, wind, biomass, geothermal and hydro electric energy products and/or services. • A fierce advocate for CLEAN ENERGY,ENERGY SECURITY, ENERGY INDEPENDENCE and NEW MEXICO JOBS. • A referral service for individuals, companies and agencies seeking access to renewable energy expertise and technology. • A facilitator of conferences, workshops, seminars and tours to expose our members and the public to the latest and most useful renewable energy information. • A representative of New Mexico’s renewable energy industries throughout the U.S. and in other countries. • An advisor to government and industry on renewable energy related policy issues. Odes Armijo-Caster, SPC
Past REIA Legislative Efforts • SB 257 Solar Market Tax Credit Modification • SB 318 Development Training Funds • HB 622 Green Jobs Bonding Act • SB 647 Renewable Energy Financing District Act • HB 572 Solar Energy Improvement Special Assessments Odes Armijo-Caster, SPC
NM Economic Potential <$184M PV Investment >1500 Employees >$65M in Salaries >$20M State Revenue Cost to State $2.29M Solar Market Tax Credit Deduct $1.32M Gross Receipts Exemption Odes Armijo-Caster, SPC
Issues PRC Case # 10-00037-UT • Ratchets down the Small PV REC Credit in .45MW Increments (or aprox. 180 systems); .12¢, .11¢, .10¢ etc • Allows for more Utility Grade Systems HB181 • Utility “Access” Fees – Fixed Cost Recovery • Code & Permitting Unified Process Odes Armijo-Caster, SPC
Claudia Pavel • BIO Odes Armijo-Caster, SPC
Conventional Technologies • Product Discussion • Pictures of Installations Odes Armijo-Caster, SPC
Kelly Desy • Kelly Desy’s sustainable development project experience spans seven years and five continents; • working with and leading a variety of policy research and economic development projects for clients including the US Peace Corps, World Resources Institute, the World Bank, and the Inter-American Development Bank. • Kelly manages SolFocus’ government programs and public-private partnership business development activities, managing efforts for collaborative projects for SolFocus with the Department of Energy, municipal utility districts, local governments, and in the US-Mexico border region. • Ms. Desy received a Master of International Affairs in Sustainable Economic Development and Environmental Policy from Columbia University in New York. Odes Armijo-Caster, SPC
Concentrating Technologies • Product Discussion • Pictures of Installations Odes Armijo-Caster, SPC
New Solar Technologies • New Product Discussion • Pictures of Installations Odes Armijo-Caster, SPC