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Solar Lighting Illuminates Parking Lot, Keeps Skies Dark in Tucson, Arizona

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA (July 30, 2009) As part of an initiative to reduce energy consumption by 10 percent at its Tucson, Arizona-based headquarters, a global high-tech equipment designer and manufacturer has equipped one of its employee parking lots with solar-powered LED lights from Carmanah Technologies (TSX: CMH).

Carmanah launches high output, low cost solar-LED marine lantern

M650 designed for maximum versatility, reliability and ease of use

Clean power for the Galapagos

In order to protect its sensitive ecosystem, the Galapagos Islands will be discontinuing power generation from fossil fuels by 2015. Wind power will then cover a large part of this demand. The first wind farm has already been set up. As one of the world's most unique and ecologically sensitive regions, the Galapagos Islands is a natural choice for green energy technology.

Durham College Powers Up with Carmanah Solar Technology

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA (July 21, 2009) Durham College is using solar technology to help conserve energy and reduce electricity costs at its Whitby, Ontario campus. Designed to supplement the campus's primary utility feed, the grid-tie photovoltaic system will help keep demand and electricity bills under control, while providing students with a real-world example of renewable energy technology in action.

Carmanah signs agreement with frog

U.S. firm will design next-generation solar light products

NASA’s Stennis Space Center Equips Green Facility with Solar-LED Area Lighting from Carmanah Technologies

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA (July 16, 2009) NASA's Stennis Space Center Mississippi is lighting a new onsite parking facility with solar-LED technology. As part of the Stennis Space Center's new Cryogenics Control Center facility, the car park will be equipped with bright and efficient EverGEN™ 1520 solar-LED parking lot lights from Carmanah Technologies. Recently showcased at the LIGHTFAIR International tradeshow and conference in New York City, Carmanah's EverGEN™ 1500-series lights represent the company's most powerful solar-LED area lights to date.

Carmanah Partners with frog design to Introduce the Next Generation of Solar-LED Area Lights

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA (July 15, 2009) Carmanah Technologies (TSX: CMH) has signed an agreement with frog design inc. to introduce the next benchmark in solar-LED area lighting. Established in 1969, frog design is a global innovation firm that has pioneered some of the world's most groundbreaking designs for trendsetting companies such as Apple, Disney, HP, Louis Vuitton, Logitech, Microsoft, and Sony. "Exploring the possibilities for the next generation of solar powered lighting is an exciting design challenge," noted Doreen Lorenzo, president of frog design.

Implementing Solar Technology to Improve Safety at Mine Sites

From Australia to Asia to America, one controversial factor remains constant with respect to mine sites around the world: safety. In an environment where heavy equipment, explosives, chemicals and industrial hazards are encountered daily, worker safety can be compromised. Effective illumination and marking of hazards and obstructions can help minimize injuries and fatalities among those who work in these areas.

Solar-Powered A650 Aviation and Obstruction Light Combines Low Cost with Powerful Performance

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA (July 8, 2009) Carmanah Technologies (TSX: CMH) today introduced its most versatile and highest value solar-powered light to date: the A650 aviation and obstruction light. Featuring a groundbreaking user interface, replaceable battery pack, intelligent-deployment capability and up to 10 candela of intensity (steady-on), the A650 is ideal for taxiway and apron-edge lighting, emergency airfield and helipad lighting, airfield construction barricade lighting, and obstruction lighting. Free from wiring or external power requirements, the self-contained A650 aviation light combines a quick and easy installation with impressive versatility and ease of use.

The Sun Also Rises

Green tech makes a move into the top corporate ranks