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Sparks Tribune: Generating Energy Independence

“Mariah Power, a Reno alternative energy company founded in 2005, was honored on Friday for its positive contributions to local quality of life. The company was named a 2009 Silver Star Honoree by Truckee Meadows Tomorrow at Friday’s “Accentuate the Positive,” an annual event honoring local business, technical and social innovators.

Spanish Springs residents Ray and Cecelia Cromer would agree that Mariah Power has earned the award. In August, two of Mariah’s 40-foot cylindrical windspires were installed in the couple’s back yard.

“We’re glad to have them. We’re going as green as we can,” Cecelia Cromer said. “We own a (Toyota) Prius. Every little bit helps.”

Last week, the Cromers received their first power bill since the windspires were installed. Ray Cromer said the windspires generated 22 percent of the energy they used, which meant a smaller charge on their bill from NV Energy.”