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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

President Obama spoke at a town hall meeting in Reno, NV on Thursday April 21, 2011. As Reno continues to become recognized as a clean energy hub, the President gave a speech of hope and inspiration for the future of renewables. He also renewed his commitment for  a clean energy economy.

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.

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.

With spring on the way and the ground thawing, it’s the perfect time to purchase a Windspire! For a limited time, Windspire Energy is offering a $500 rebate to our end customers.

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.

Local advertising agency, Bauserman Group, was recently recognized for nearly every entry they submitted for the 2010 Addy Awards- the advertising industry’s show that honors the best creative in the industry. Why are we telling you this? They designed our beautiful website and rebrand!

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.