SRS Energy Develops AIA-Certified Continuing Education Program

Philadelphia, September 23, 2009 — SRS Energy, a leading developer of integrated solar roofing products, has developed a continuing education course for architects interested in specifying photovoltaic (PV) systems in their projects.

Titled “Specifying Solar: Photovoltaics,” the program has been certified by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), which means that architects who complete the program will earn AIA continuing education credits in the sustainable design category.

“Buildings are currently responsible for 40 percent of the energy consumed in the United States. Given this, architects play a critical role in the sustainability movement,” said Marty Low, CEO of SRS Energy. “At SRS Energy, we designed this course to provide architects with a foundational understanding of photovoltaic technology and products. The program equips architects with a comprehensive knowledge base and analysis tools for specifying photovoltaic systems in their projects.”

Learning objectives for the program include:

• A high-level overview of PV technology and products.
• An analysis of energy trends in homes and buildings — both internationally and in the United States — and the role that PV systems play or are projected to play.
• Basic vocabulary and industry jargon.
• LEED Certification with PV.
• A step-by-step foundation for evaluating and specifying the appropriate PV product and system for a project.

In 2009, The AIA Board of Directors modified the AIA-member continuing education requirement to includefour hours of education in sustainable design as part of the existing 18-hour annual requirement. This was done in an effort to provide architects with the resources and tools that will assist them in better serving their clients and communities through environmentally responsible projects.

SRS Energy delivers architecturally integrated PV solutions to the building and construction community. The Solé Power Tile™ system, the company’s first product offering, is designed to seamlessly blend with US Tile’s clay roof tiles, providing solar energy while preserving curb appeal. The product employs cutting-edge thin film solar technology, valued for its ability to convert a greater spectrum of light into electricity, as well as its relative insensitivity to heat when compared to other solar technologies.

“Solar has been an aftermarket tech-driven purchase for too long. To truly integrate solar into our homes and buildings, we have to go beyond the product,” added Low. “This continuing education course is one of the many ways in which SRS Energy is engaging key stakeholders in construction, design and architecture as we bring our products to market.” 

SRS Energy and US Tile are currently launching the Solé Power Tile system in select West Coast markets and will begin a nationwide rollout of the product in 2010. 

To learn more about “Specifying Solar: Photovoltaics” or to schedule a presentation, visit srsenergy.com.

About SRS Energy
SRS Energy develops and manufactures premium solar roofing tiles designed to integrate with traditional roofing products. Through partnerships with roofing manufacturers, SRS Energy enables seamless solar upgrades that maintain the aesthetics, integrity and simplicity of conventional roofing purchases while delivering sustainable energy savings. SRS Energy is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. For more information, visit srsenergy.com