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To: gg cox who wrote (176)	1/31/2005 10:16:45 PM
From: gg cox	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 413

These Maxwell ultracapacitor's would be a nice fit with VRB's energy storage system..see excerpt in bold below.I own some MXWL and have a 12volt dc ultracapacitor module on order. Electronic Products Magazine Recognizes Maxwell Technologies' Backup-Power Modules With 'Product of the Year' Award Tuesday January 11, 4:00 pm ET POWERCACHE(R) Products Feature NEBS-Compliant Design and Construction, Provide Maintenance-Free, Space-Saving Alternative to Batteries for Short-Term 'Bridge' Power SAN DIEGO, Jan. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Maxwell Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: MXWL - News) announced today that its recently introduced POWERCACHE® ultracapacitor-based backup power modules have been recognized as one of Electronic Products magazine's 29th Annual "Product of the Year" award winners. ADVERTISEMENT Alix Paultre, executive editor of Electronic Products, said that the magazine's editors annually recognize a few new products that stand out from the thousands of products introduced in the preceding year on the basis of significant advancement in a technology or its application, innovative design or substantial price/performance advancement. "Critical applications such as server, telecom, and medical systems require a reliable and uninterruptible source of power, but solutions using traditional lead-acid batteries have serious concerns in the areas of reliability, toxicity, and device disposal," Paultre said. "Maxwell's POWERCACHE was recognized as one of the most important products to be introduced in 2004 based upon its ability to provide a maintenance-free and environmentally safe alternative to battery-based bridge backup power systems without the moving parts and complexity inherent in fuel-cell and flywheel-based devices." Robert Tressler, Maxwell's vice president of sales and marketing, said that the company developed POWERCACHE products to provide a maintenance-free, space-saving alternative to batteries for short-term "bridge" power in uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems for telecommunications, industrial and medical applications. The new 48-volt modules are rated at 1.6 or 2.3 kW, and are designed and constructed to comply with Network Equipment Building System (NEBS) standards required for telecommunications installations. Powered by 22 of Maxwell's BOOSTCAP® 1,800- or 2,600-farad ultracapacitors, the compact rack-mount modules fit most 19- or 23-inch telecommunications and data equipment racks. They incorporate a dc/dc boost converter to reduce the slope of the discharge to mimic that of a lead-acid battery system, accept an input from 47 to 56 Vdc and deliver a maximum output current of 50 A. Tressler said that Maxwell is collaborating with UPS system integrators and fuel cell and other backup power generator manufacturers to integrate POWERCACHE modules with long-term backup power sources. "Fuel cells, diesel generators and micro-turbines all take from a few seconds to a minute to start up and reach their full output, so UPS systems in which they are the primary backup power source all require a complementary short-term source that is instantly available," Tressler explained. "Our POWERCACHE modules remain fully charged until they are needed and recharge in seconds in case there are multiple power interruptions. They also operate reliably for the life of the system with zero maintenance." Tressler said that telecommunications industry estimates indicate that the global opportunity for these modules, each of which supports one rack of equipment, totals more than 2.5 million units. Maxwell is a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative, cost-effective energy storage and power delivery solutions. Our BOOSTCAP® ultracapacitor cells and multi-cell modules and POWERCACHE® backup power systems provide safe and reliable power solutions for applications in consumer and industrial electronics, transportation and telecommunications. Our CONDIS® high-voltage grading and coupling capacitors help to ensure the safety and reliability of electric utility infrastructure and other applications involving transport, distribution and measurement of high-voltage electrical energy. Our radiation-mitigated microelectronic products include power modules, memory modules and single board computers that incorporate powerful commercial silicon for superior performance and high reliability in aerospace applications. For more information, please visit our website: www.maxwell.com. This news release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These include development and acceptance of products based on new technologies, demand for original equipment manufacturers' products reaching anticipated levels, cost-effective manufacturing of new products, the impact of competitive products and pricing and risks and uncertainties involved in foreign operations. These and other risks are detailed from time-to-time in the Company's SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2003. Actual results may differ materially from those projected. These forward-looking statements represent the Company's judgment as of the date of this news release. The Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements. biz.yahoo.com

To: gg cox who wrote (176)	2/2/2005 4:03:21 PM
From: gg cox	Respond to of 413

I would love to get a small piece of this company but it is privately held. PowerLight renewableenergyaccess.com PowerLight Corporation is the nation's leading designer, manufacturer and installer of grid-connected, commercial solar electric products and systems. Founded in 1991, PowerLight's products deliver reliable, affordable, clean power for commercial customers throughout the US and worldwide. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Mission PowerLight is committed to making clean power a significant, mainstream source of the world's energy supply. Today, PowerLight is the nation's leading designer, manufacturer and installer of grid-connected, commercial solar electric products and systems. Our full-service company provides customers with comprehensive energy solutions, from initial consultation to installation -- including project development, maintenance and financing. What's more, our patented photovoltaic (PV) products provide solar energy at the lowest possible cost in the industry, and are uniquely designed to install seamlessly onto existing building infrastructures -- without penetrations. PowerLight's PV systems have helped customers create a hedge against future price increases in electricity, natural gas and fossil fuels. In turn, the environment is spared from harmful emissions that cause global warming, acid rain, and contribute to public health problems. Here are a few of our top products: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PowerGuard is a patented PV roofing assembly that delivers clean solar electricity to the building while protecting the roof from damaging effects of weather and UV radiation. PowerShade delivers clean solar electricity while providing shade for parked autos or picnic areas. PowerTracker is a tracking PV structure that provides up to 30% more energy (kWh) than fixed PV structures, providing energy to either stand-alone or grid-connected systems. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Growth PowerLight Corporation Among the Entrepreneurial Growth Leaders on This Year's Inc 500 Ranking...[click image to view stroy] Recognized as "one of the fastest growing privately-held businesses" by Inc Magazine, PowerLight has doubled annual revenues each year since 1997. Our proven track record and patented design makes us uniquely positioned to accelerate the global trend toward distributed generation, a market that is expected to approach $100 billion over the next ten years. PowerLight has dominated the US market for grid-connected photovoltaic systems, and expects to quickly become a major player in the European solar market this year. PowerLight has invested millions of dollars in its research and development efforts with support from the US Department of Energy, the California Energy Commission and the New York State Energy Office. We intend to continue this investment in order to make clean power a significant and mainstream source of the world's energy supply -- one installation at a time. PowerLight operates six offices worldwide, and owns an innovative manufacturing facility in Berkeley, California.

To: gg cox who wrote (176)	2/7/2005 11:58:27 AM
From: gg cox	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 413

Eskom Wants to Switch People Onto Being Sensible With Power Email This Page Print This Page Visit The Publisher's Site Business Day (Johannesburg) February 4, 2005 Posted to the web February 4, 2005 Johannesburg FACED with a power supply shortage in the next two years, Eskom together with the National Electricity Regulator and the minerals and energy department are set to embark on a year-long energy efficiency campaign aimed at raising awareness of the better management of electricity. Based on an average annual increase in electricity demand of 2,5%, the current peaking capacity is projected to run out in 2007, followed by the base load in 2010. Peaking capacity refers to available electricity during the hours of highest load, usually in the morning and in the evening. Base load is power available around the clock. Eskom said yesterday that electricity consumption in SA could rise more than 15% in the next 10 years if no pre-emptive action was taken. The utility said energy sales for the residential sector alone had increased to 20% in the past 10 years. A growing economy and the rapid electrification programme of rural and urban households have placed a strain on Eskom's current surplus capacity, meaning that new capacity needs to be built urgently to avert widespread power outages in the future. But because a new power station can cost up to R35bn and have a long lead time before being fully operational, Eskom and its partners said they have decided to run an awareness campaign to encourage efficient use of electricity. Switching off appliances when not in use, using oil heaters, installing energy-efficient lights and installing geyser blankets are some of the energy-saving methods that could be used by consumers. Eskom demand-management's new manager, Tsholo Matlala, said yesterday that the focus this year would be on the industry and commerce sectors . "It is important to raise awareness that the more energy we use, the more power needs to be generated. The result is that more power stations need to be built, which will inevitably result in the consumer having to bear the cost (through high tariffs)," Matlala said. Last year the energy-efficiency programme saved 197MW or R1,2bn . Matlala said using energy efficiently would save customers thousands of rands in bills. Eskom said it had itself saved R9,2m between 1991 and 1999 by identifying areas where electricity usage could be optimised and better managed. Relevant Links Southern Africa South Africa Energy Industry and Infrastructure The parastatal said many of its larger clients were also reaping the benefits of applying energy-saving methods by having their usage times shifted from peak to off-peak periods. Matlala said even a small home could save about R360 a year or R4200 in case of a large home by using electricity efficiently. allafrica.com