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U.S. Solar Policy Impact Analysis:  Economic Impact of extending Treasury Grant Program and Investment Tax Credits

SmartPower Looking for a Solar Coach

SmartPower (www.smartpower.org), a nationwide, non-profit marketing organization leading the effort to promote clean energy in markets across the country, is launching an Arizona-based organization with the support of local utility companies. The broad mission of the campaign is to help the people of Arizona make smarter energy choices.  We are searching for a “Solar Coach” who will provide Arizona residents with an independent, neutral third party’s guidance on installing residential solar systems.  Here is the job description.

Jeff is passionate about the need for Arizona to capitalize on the Solar Energy opportunity, the importance of nurturing emerging technologies, and the advantages of proactive marketing.  Here are some recent thoughts.

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Jeff's Message to Arizona legislators on controversial House Bill 2701.

Two days after this message was sent, (and following a remarkable outcry from Arizona's solar community) the bill was withdrawn.

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A Proper Perspective on Solar

Published February 19, 2010 in the Phoenix Business Journal

A suggestion that certain critics of Arizona's solar energy initiatives are not entirely accurate in their arguments and should adopt a global perspective on solar energy.

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Arizona's Solar Energy Imperatives

Published May 22, 2009 in the Phoenix Business Journal

A plea to create a competitive business environment that will allow Arizona to attract high-wage jobs in the Solar industry.  This editorial was successful at garnering legislative support for Senate Bill 1403

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Legislative Myopia

Published March 20, 2009 in the Phoenix Business Journal

A warning that eliminating critical funding for technology initiatives is a short-sighted approach.  Also, an appeal for Arizona to effectively compete for Solar Energy manufacturing jobs.

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The Sky is Not Falling

Published January 9, 2009 in the Phoenix Business Journal

A reminder that the current economic crisis is temporary, and that business owners should keep perspective and take this opportunity to position their companies for the upturn.

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On November 19, 2009, SEMI / PV Group published "Arizona's Solar Energy Potential Rests with Collaboration."  Jeff wrote this article in his capacity as Executive Director of Az4Solar.org.

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On August 26, 2009 Jeff spoke on the Economic Outlook for Electronics Manufacturing in Arizona at the Surface Mount Technology Association conference in Tempe, AZ.

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On July 22, 2009 Jeff Luth spoke about "Megatrends in Workforce, Technology & Public Policy" at the High Impact Technology Exchange Conference at the Fairmont Scottsdale in Scottsdale, AZ.

Click here for a copy of Jeff's remarks.