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Green Grant Open for Renewable Energy is Open…

Waldt — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:22:56 +0000

The NC Green Business Fund is now accepting proposals for projects that save energy, generate renewable energy, and promote building energy efficiency. The complete solicitation document and instructions on how to apply, can be found on the Board of Science and Technology’s website: www.ncscitech.com/gbf. Deadline for sending in an application for an invitation to respond is March 30, 2011.

Please let us know if we can help you with a proposal to secure money from this grant.

Gobble up the Savings on Renewable Energy Solutions…

Waldt — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 18:15:21 +0000

Waldt Renewables is offering 10% off all turnkey renewable energy solutions!

Take advantage of tax incentives of up to 65% and another 10% off the installed price… that’s 75% off! Install now to get your tax credit for 2010.

Contact Waldt Renewables today at 252.491.2204 or Renewables@waldt.com for a comprehensive proposal that will help you achieve your goals.

We are grateful for another year of installing renewable energy solutions for our customers!

Please mention this ad if you would like to save ten percent off the installed price. Offer good until December 31, 2010. The tax incentives mentioned are dependent on your unique financial situation and you should consult your financial advisor for more details.

Windspires are Key Technology in Genius Grant

Waldt — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 09:40:29 +0000

Huffington Post announces winners of the MacArthur Foundation “Genuis Grant”… John Dabiri, whose research includes Windspires, is one of 23 winners, each receiving $500,000. See following links to article page and interview of John:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/09/28/meet-the-2010-macarthur-g_n_742001.html#s146135

or video of John Dabiri interview on YouTube:

John Dabiri and Windspire

Another Set of Solar Panels on the OBX

Waldt — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:42:01 +0000

Congratulations to customer Jim Burke, owner of True Friends in Nags Head, North Carolina. He’s installed at 2.76 kW system on his home that will offset about 4000 kWh of electricity annually.

But what’s really great is to see solar panels with an ocean backdrop. It just makes sense.

Solar Pool Heating… Affordable Luxury at No Ongoing Cost!

Waldt — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:07:34 +0000

Adding a heating solution to the pool provides luxury at no ongoing cost, unlike other expensive electric or gas pool heating options. And there is no cost to the environment. Its a win win scenario.

Solar pool heaters for the Outer Banks rental home market that you will be able to get more rentals… renters who book homes in the late spring and early fall often rent solely because they will have access to a heated pool. For most homes, booking one to two additional weeks pays for the entire cost of the system.

Our professional, turnkey installation is quick and easy. We are a long standing, local company who understand true customer service.

This solution has a great price point and it just makes sense… Call us at Waldt Renewables 252.491.2204 or email us for a quote!

Energy Star Rebate Begins Again Today

Waldt — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 14:16:04 +0000

As we blogged about in our last post on May 19th… Waldt Renewables believes that when a home or business is operating at peak efficiency a renewable energy solution becomes even more valuable.

Starting today, June 1, you have a second chance at participating in the Energy Star Program… the list of products eligible for the rebate has grown to include Energy Star-rated central air conditioning systems, gas furnaces, air-source and ground-source heat pumps, and water heaters (gas storage, gas tankless, solar with electric backup and solar with gas backup). Also, as in the first phase of rebates, consumers can purchase Energy Star-rated refrigerators, freezers, clothes washing machines and dishwashers. Consumers must be replacing an old appliance to claim the rebate.

Let Waldt Renewables prepare your turn key solar hot water solution estimate today. Contact us at 252.491.2204 or renewables@waldt.com.

Funding is limited (of course) so move on this quickly. And for more information visit:

www.ncappliancerebate.com

(this makes solar hot water even more appealing!!!)

Waldt Emphasizes Energy Efficiency as Part of Renewable Solutions

Waldt — Wed, 19 May 2010 10:13:24 +0000

Bridge McDowell, President of Waldt Construction has been at the National Home Builders “Green Building” show in Raleigh this past two days. He reports a set of buzz word being used on the show floor “Extreme Energy Efficiency”.

“This concept is really about making homes energy independent. In lots of instances there are homes that install renewable energy solutions with the idea of generating enough energy to offset their utility demand. But without deploying simple energy efficiency measures to cut the energy demand, renewable energy solutions, like solar or wind cannot be sized appropriately.”

“However, after an intense energy efficiency upgrade that significantly reduces energy consumption, it is possible to lower total energy demand and actually power the house or business with renewable energy solutions,” states Bridge.

At Waldt Construction and Renewables, we’ve had this concept on our radar for a while. Renewable energy solutions are often second following an “energy audit” and some minor repairs that may often cause energy consumption to drop by 20% or more. This makes sizing your solar or wind turbine solution really offer you a chance at energy independence from the utility company.

Waldt wants to work in partnership with you to make your renewable energy solution a success. Using clear and honest communication we will help you find the best options to be energy efficient and then energy maximum benefits from your renewable energy solutions. And the great news is… all of this is available for combined state and federal tax credits of up to 65%.

Call us today at 252.491.2204 or email us.

Waldt Discovers the Latest in Green Building

Waldt — Tue, 18 May 2010 21:09:31 +0000

This week in Raleigh the National Association of Homebuilders is holding their “Green Building Conference”. To make sure that Waldt Construction and Renewables is on the cutting edge of Green Building, Bridge McDowell has been at the convention.

One interesting find from Bridge is a solar hot water pretreatment system and tankless hot water assist system. It replaces standard high energy use electric hot water heaters. Using the sun’s energy to keep the water hot most of the time and using the tankless assist for short term high demand times. Bridge’s comment: ” Great idea that has a great rate of return… ”

Keep in mind that solar hot water technology is eligible for all of the unprecendented State and Federal tax credits… up to 65% of the total INSTALLED costs. Renewable energy solar solutions like this one can really make financial sense for the average homeowner.

Waldt Construction and Renewables will be happy to provide a turn key quote for you to take advantage of this type of solar solution.

10 Million Solar Roof Initiative

Waldt — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:41:32 +0000

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), chairman of the Senate’s green jobs subcommittee introduced legislation with nine cosponsors to encourage the installation of 10 million solar systems on the rooftops of homes and businesses over the next decade.

Senator Sanders cited both a need to have energy independence from foreign energy sources and the possibility of a new robust sector of the green economy for installers and equipment manufacturers as important reasons for submitting this legislation.

Solar systems and solar hot water would be further incentivized by this bill for residential, commercial, institutional and local government.

For more information about this bill visit the Renewable Energy World article here: http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/news/article/2010/02/sen-sanders-introduces-10-million-solar-home-initiative

To contact our North Carolina State Senators in support of this bill, call Senator Richard Burr at (202) 224-3154 or Senator Kay Hagan at (202) 224-6342.

I hope that this legislation goes through. We still need some way of making solar and renewable energy solutions more affordable. CEY

The nation that leads the global economy…

Waldt — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:49:51 +0000

In his State of the Union address, President Obama reiterated that “providing incentives for energy-efficiency and clean energy are the right thing to do for our future -– because the nation that leads the clean energy economy will be the nation that leads the global economy. And America must be that nation.” See it here.

Waldt Renewables is a small business aimed at helping customers in eastern North Carolina understand how they can leverage existing tax incentives to pay for turnkey renewable energy solutions for their homes and businesses.

We tell our customers that there is an investment when installing any of these solutions. But we believe, as do most of our customers, that renewable energy production is the right direction… from stabilizing energy costs over time to reducing our national economy’s dependence on foreign energy sources.

More importantly, we understand that the more people who are interested in and understand creating clean energy, the more positive an impact on not taxing the environmental future of this region.

Let us hope that our politicians here us on both the state and federal level about maintaining, or better yet increasing our clean energy incentives.