Windspire® Now Certified to Connect Directly to Power Grids Across Europe

RENO, NEV (June 16, 2011) – Wind power technology company Windspire Energy™ (www.windspireenergy.com) today announced that it has achieved EN and CE Certification, allowing it to bring its clean, environmentally friendly vertical wind turbines to the European market.  Designed specifically for the environmental and regulatory needs of the European market, Windspire® will begin selling the Windspire 1.2kW Vertical Axis Wind Turbine through certified dealers in France, Ireland, England, Italy, Denmark, and the Netherlands immediately.  The EN and CE certified version of the Windspire turbine will allow it to be directly connected to the European power grid.

“According to the Global Wind Energy Council, 9,883 MW of wind power were installed across Europe in 2010, equating to 5.35% of all electricity produced, up from 4.8% in 2009,” said James Horn, President and CEO of Windspire Energy.  “Our unique design provides one of the most environmentally friendly, cost effective solutions for electricity production.  Europe has seen 20% growth in demand for wind power installations each year since 2006, and alternative energy sources are essential to meet the demand.  The Windspire 1.2kW Vertical Axis Wind Turbine is a powerful solution for meeting the demands for electricity across Europe.  This important certification allows us to bring our proven renewable energy solution to the market quickly to meet the needs of this growing market.”

The average cost of a kilowatt-hour in Europe is 17 cents, with Denmark topping out at 26 cents. The Windspire can offset approximately 2,000 kilowatt-hours per year, helping to drastically decrease energy bills for customers, in addition to the environmental benefits and it’s powerful aesthetic appearance. With a growing number of Windspire distributors in Europe, Windspires can now be installed in France, Ireland, Denmark, England, Italy and the Netherlands.

Windspire vertical turbines are the source of clean, renewable energy for homes, businesses, schools and museums across the United States. “We are thrilled to have passed the rigorous certification requirements and to have completed this important milestone.  With the certification, we can work with local governments, businesses, civic organizations and citizens to provide clean power that can meet their growing needs. With the completion of this certification, we can immediately offer our solution to the important European market,” concluded Horn.

The Windspire 1.2kW Vertical Axis Wind Turbine is now certified under the following directives and standards as set by the European Committee for Standardization (www.cen.eu):

• EN 50178: 1998 – Electronic equipment for use in power installations
• EN 50438: 2007 – Requirements for the connection of micro-generators in parallel with public low-voltage distribution networks
• EN 61000-6-1: 2007 – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Immunity for residential, commercial and light-industrial environments
• EN 61000-6-3: 2007 – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Emission standard for residential, commercial and light-industrial environments
• EN 61000-3-2: 2006 – EMC limits for harmonic current emissions
• EN 61000-3-3: 2008 – Limitation of voltage fluctuation and flicker in low-voltage supply systems
• RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC
• WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC
• Packaging Directive 94/62/EC
• R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC

Windspire Energy electronics are manufactured in an ISO 9001:2008 certified factory and are fully tested for functionality and safety during manufacturing.

About Windspire Energy

Windspire Energy, Inc. is the developer of the innovative Windspire vertical axis wind turbines. Made in the USA, Windspires are designed for use in urban, suburban, and rural settings. The propeller-free, vertical-axis design enables silent operation and features patented technology that maximizes energy conversion from wind into electric power, regardless of changing wind speed and direction.  The Windspire has been featured in The New York Times, Fortune, Popular Science, and on “20/20”, Extreme Makeover “Home Edition”, The Fabulous Beekman Boys, CNN and NPR. For more information, visit www.WindspireEnergy.com.

1 — www.gwec.net – Global Wind Energy Council “European growth driven by Eastern Europe and offshore wind”, 2011

2 — www.wwindea.org – World Wind Energy Association “World Wind Energy Report 2010”, April 2011

Two Windspire employees received personal invitations from the White House to attend this closed event. “America has always been the leader in innovation,” Obama said. “I don’t want other countries to lead in the technology of the future. I want companies like ElectraTherm to set up shop in America, hire American workers and build American products.” Windspire prides itself in its innovation,  American workers and American Made product and looks forward to the future of clean energy in America.

Windspire Makes Second Television Appearance

SHARON SPRINGS, NY (March 29, 2011): With the installation of a Windspire wind turbine, the Beekman Boys are one step closer to the self-sustaining farm they have dreamed of. This means they are also one step closer to Josh being able to leave his job in the city and live at the farm full time.

Beekman Boys get Windspired

The Beekman farm is in the perfect location for a Windspire vertical axis wind turbine.

Situated on top of a knoll in the Mohawk Valley where wind speeds reach an average 10 mph year round, the Windspire will be used to offset costs incurred during milking operations.

Not only will the Windspire work hard on the farm producing energy, it will also be pleasing to the eye, “It meets my aesthetic requirements for the farm.” Brent said, “It looks like a piece of kinetic sculpture. Mesmerizing really!” Josh added in, “And it’s going to make Martha jealous!!” (evil laugh).

The installation of the Windspire will air on Tuesday, March 29^th at 10:00 PM (EST), and will re-air on April 5th at 5 and 6:30, on Planet Green channel; the episode is titled “A Martha Makeover”. Windspire Dealer, Rick Anderson from Titan Construction, located in Melrose, NY, donated his time to the installation. Rick is assisting the “gentleman farmers” to design and implement new technologies that will make the farm one of the “greenest” small farms in America.

About Planet Green:

Planet Green is the multiplatform media destination for people looking for something new.  Launched on June 4, 2008, Planet Green is following the evolving conversation about sustainability and is the entertainment brand that champions the visionaries who move our world forward in small and large ways.  Planet Green and its two robust Web sites, planetgreen.com and TreeHugger.com, offer unique, insightful and inspiring content related to how we can evolve to live a better, brighter future.  Planet Green’s original programming, digital tools and content will entertain, educate and activate.

About Windspire Energy

Windspire Energy, Inc. (formerly Mariah Power, Inc.) is the developer of the innovative Windspire wind turbines.  Made in the USA, Windspires are designed for use in urban, suburban, and rural settings.   The propeller-free, vertical-axis design enables silent operation and features patented technology that maximizes energy conversion from wind into electric power, regardless of changing wind speed and direction.  The Windspire has been featured in The New York Times, Fortune, Popular Science, and on “20/20”, CNN and NPR. For more information, visit www.WindspireEnergy.com.

Rebate applies to complete Windspire turbine purchases made from March 10, 2011 to April 30, 2011. Additional details apply; please contact your Windspire dealer for more information.

Please allow 4 – 6 weeks, from the time the unit is paid in full, for rebate check.

Bauserman Group took home 13 awards total; three of which were from the Windspire Energy rebrand for Poster Campaign, Consumer Web Site, and National Mixed/Multiple Media.

If you think our web site is pretty impressive and are in the Reno/Tahoe area and need a great advertising agency, check out Bauserman Group.

Reno, NV (November 15, 2010)- Mt. Rose- Ski Tahoe unveils its newest energy source – the Windspire® (http://www.windspireenergy.com)  wind turbine! The three 33-foot tall turbines were installed on the north side of its Winters Creek Lodge. The turbines will help offset the lighting costs for the new Winters Creek Lodge during the upcoming season.
“Mt. Rose- Ski Tahoe is a large advocate for using the Earth’s natural resources in its daily activities” said Ron Cox, Director of Sales at Windspire Energy. “We are excited that the Windspire will now be a part of their efforts to move more towards environmental sustainability and stewardship.”

Considered a relatively small wind turbine, the Windspire provides a low-cost, safe and energy efficient method for harnessing power from the wind. It produces approximately 2000 kilowatt hours per year in 12 mph average winds. This is approximately one-third to one –fifth of the energy usage of an average U.S. Home for an entire year.

Becoming a sustainable ski resort is an effort that Mt. Rose- Ski Tahoe has been making for the past decade. According to a statement by General Manager, Paul Senft, “Mt Rose- Ski Tahoe continues its dedication toward maintaining a sound and successful environmental policy that will both sustain and strengthen its precious natural resources.” Some of their initiatives include restoring native vegetation, a recycling and waste reduction program and transportation initiatives that decrease air pollution. To learn more about how you can Mt. Rose- Ski Tahoe’s initiative to “Go Green” log on to http://www.mtrose.com/on-the-mountain/green-rose and read “Sustainable Slopes.”

About Mt. Rose- Ski Tahoe

Mt. Rose is Tahoe’s closest skiing to Reno, located 25 minutes away from Reno and 15 minutes from Lake Tahoe. Mt. Rose boasts over 1200 acres of terrain, including the 200+ acre Chutes, and the new Winters Creek Lodge.
About Windspire Energy

Windspire Energy, Inc. (formerly Mariah Power, Inc.) is the developer of the innovative Windspire wind turbines.  Made in the USA, Windspires are designed for use in urban, suburban, and rural settings.   The propeller-free, vertical-axis design enables silent operation and features patented technology that maximizes energy conversion from wind into electric power, regardless of changing wind speed and direction.  The Windspire has been featured in The New York Times, Fortune, Popular Science, and on “20/20”, CNN and NPR. For more information, visit www.WindspireEnergy.com.

Berwyn, Illinois — November 22, 2010— Cermak Plaza has joined the green revolution by adding 12 new wind turbines in the parking lot located at Harlem Avenue and Cermak Road.

“Cermak Plaza has long provided public art for its patrons and the neighborhood to enjoy. When I saw the elegant wind spire turbines – it clicked, we could generate electricity while at the same time keeping true to the David W. Bermant (Cermak Plaza’s original developer – 1957) philosophy of ‘Color, Light and Motion’,” states Michael Flight of Concordia Realty Corporation (the principal developer for Cermak Plaza Associates LLC), “The interplay of light bouncing off the rapidly spinning turbines really adds to our $10 million renovation. And the really fantastic thing is they will also reduce our common area energy costs. It really is a homerun!”

“Cermak Plaza has always enjoyed a rich history of breaking the mold and providing more than an average shopping experience,” Robert J. Lovero, Mayor of the city of Berwyn, announced, “The use of green energy continues their innovative pursuits. The City of Berwyn encourages their pursuit of sustainable development.”

“We are thrilled too that we were chosen to install the new turbines and help promote our green initiative,” said Bernie Schmidt, CEO of Renewable Energy Alternatives, located in Northbrook, IL. “It’s exciting to see that going green is no longer just a fad but rather something that Chicago and it’s surrounding areas are embracing and moving forward with such as the Cermak Plaza has done this year. With a variety of both State and Federal incentives currently available for new customers, our energy specialist are able to assist each client in making sure that they receive the maximum incentives available to them” states Mr. Schmidt.

The 12 new turbines, manufactured by Windspire Energy, will produce an approximate total between 18,000-24,000 kilowatts of electricity per year. They work best where average winds are 11 mph. Unlike the traditional wind turbines, the unique monopole vertical-axis is a result of years of research, plus a creative strategy to turn renewable energy into an everyday realtiy.

About Renewable Energy Alternatives LLC
Renewable Energy Alternatives LLC is the Midwest’s largest and most experienced Windspire installer. We perform wind and site evaluations, design the projects and perform the installations and commissioning. Our innovative engineering team can design custom and standard Windspire installation for residential and commercial. Our in house financial team will calculate electricity cost savings and payback information as well as procure all available grants for our clients. Bernie Schmidt, BSCE our founder and CEO has been featured on several local TV news spots for his innovative Zero Energy Homes in Chicago, found on You tube under “Solar Verde”. Or you can go tour website at www.renewableenergyalt.com for more information.

About Windspire Energy
Windspire Energy, Inc. is the developer of the innovative Windspire wind turbines. Made in the USA, Windspires are designed for use in urban, suburban, and rural settings. The propeller-free, vertical-axis design enables silent operation and features patented technology that maximizes energy conversion from wind into electric power, regardless of changing wind speed and direction. The Windspire has been featured in The New York Times, Fortune, Popular Science, and on “20/20”, CNN and NPR. For more information, visit www.WindspireEnergy.com.

Windspire installed at Universal Academy in Irving, TX

In partnership with Green Education Alliance (GEA), Concept Renewable, LLC recently installed a Windspire vertical axis wind turbine at Universal Academy in Irving, Texas (UA Irving).

This turbine will be connected to the grid, reducing the school’s electricity demands. Concept Renewable will also supply a computed-based real time montoring system, that will log hourly, daily, and monthly electricity production.

Learn more about this installation.

Read the full press release.

Reno, NV (November 15, 2010)- Mt. Rose- Ski Tahoe unveils its newest energy source – the Windspire® (http://www.windspireenergy.com)  wind turbine! The three 33-foot tall turbines were installed on the north side of its Winters Creek Lodge. The turbines will help offset the lighting costs for the new Winters Creek Lodge during the upcoming season.
“Mt. Rose- Ski Tahoe is a large advocate for using the Earth’s natural resources in its daily activities” said Ron Cox, Director of Sales at Windspire Energy. “We are excited that the Windspire will now be a part of their efforts to move more towards environmental sustainability and stewardship.”

Considered a relatively small wind turbine, the Windspire provides a low-cost, safe and energy efficient method for harnessing power from the wind. It produces approximately 2000 kilowatt hours per year in 12 mph average winds. This is approximately one-third to one –fifth of the energy usage of an average U.S. Home for an entire year.

Becoming a sustainable ski resort is an effort that Mt. Rose- Ski Tahoe has been making for the past decade. According to a statement by General Manager, Paul Senft, “Mt Rose- Ski Tahoe continues its dedication toward maintaining a sound and successful environmental policy that will both sustain and strengthen its precious natural resources.” Some of their initiatives include restoring native vegetation, a recycling and waste reduction program and transportation initiatives that decrease air pollution. To learn more about how you can Mt. Rose- Ski Tahoe’s initiative to “Go Green” log on to http://www.mtrose.com/on-the-mountain/green-rose and read “Sustainable Slopes.”

About Mt. Rose- Ski Tahoe

Mt. Rose is Tahoe’s closest skiing to Reno, located 25 minutes away from Reno and 15 minutes from Lake Tahoe. Mt. Rose boasts over 1200 acres of terrain, including the 200+ acre Chutes, and the new Winters Creek Lodge.
About Windspire Energy

Windspire Energy, Inc. (formerly Mariah Power, Inc.) is the developer of the innovative Windspire wind turbines.  Made in the USA, Windspires are designed for use in urban, suburban, and rural settings.   The propeller-free, vertical-axis design enables silent operation and features patented technology that maximizes energy conversion from wind into electric power, regardless of changing wind speed and direction.  The Windspire has been featured in The New York Times, Fortune, Popular Science, and on “20/20”, CNN and NPR. For more information, visit www.WindspireEnergy.com.