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Rapid Power Management
Rapid Power Management is dedicated to educating our clients not only about the services we provide, but on any issues that may affect the energy market.
Category: Miscellaneous
November 18, 2011
Solar Power: Time to Shine?
Renewable energy sources such as Solar power have become an increasingly popular energy resource over the years thanks to decreasing prices and increased awareness via reduced production costs, green energy advocates, government incentives and panel manufacturers’ marketing efforts.
Although solar power is still approximately three times more expensive than electricity produced by natural gas, prices have fallen by two thirds since 2008. To further solar power’s affordability, federal and state governments are offering tax breaks and subsidies.
The federal government offers a tax credit of 30 percent for the gross cost of solar panel installation for residents and businesses. On top of the tax credit, each state offers its own incentives for all forms of renewable energy, including solar.
The Department of Energy (DOE) rolled out the SunShot Initiative in 2007 to decrease solar energy system costs by 75% before 2020. When this goal is reached, systems will even be affordable without any rebates or tax cuts. The main goal has been to drive innovative technology.
Under the initiative, the DOE began backing the company 1366 Technologies this October with a $150-million loan. 1366 believes their new manufacturing process will significantly cut costs, making prices competitive with that of coal.
New thin-film photovoltaic cell technologies are also bringing down the costs and large companies like GE are beginning to manufacture the panels. In October GE announced plans to build the largest thin-film panel factory in the United States.
These initiatives are not only bringing down costs, they are creating jobs and with their implementation, protecting the environment.
Solar’s portion of the power business remains small but has great potential to flourish. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), solar power is capable of providing many times the total current energy demand.
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) SunShot Initiative; http://www1.eere.energy.gov/solar/sunshot/
Information on state, local, utility and federal incentives and policies that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency: http://www.dsireusa.org/
November 15, 2011
Dallas Business Journal Interviews JD
Matt Joyce of the Dallas Business Journal interviewed one of RPM’s business partners, JD, at the TEPA conference. They spoke about the EPA’s “Cross State Air Pollution Rule” and the impact it could have on the electricity market in Texas. The article also highlights challenges ERCOT may face to meet demand in the future.
Check out the article here.
November 3, 2011
2011 TEPA Conference
RPM Sales Staff gets a picture with Railroad Commissioner Barry T. Smitherman at the 2011 TEPA Conference
Jared, Jay, Commissioner, JD & Mike
October 21, 2011
Meals On Wheels – Fall Harvest!
Rapid Power Management volunteered to ‘stuff’ and decorate boxes for Meals on Wheels’ Fall Harvest program. Boxes are filled with sustainable food items, puzzles, pens, etc. The Fall Harvest will provide approximately 600 boxes to the individuals who are 60+ and unable to prepare their own nutritious meals.
Our Workspace; crafts, food, kleenex.
Ann putting the final touches on her box.
The finished products!
To get involved with the Meals on Wheels program for the Collin County area or to make a donation, please call Tamara Mack, Volunteer Coordinator, at 972-562-6996 x125.
September 22, 2011
IEC Annual Tradeshow
RPM’s Booth at the 2011 IEC Tradeshow
September 21, 2011
RPM Welcomes a New Employee!
Jay joined the RPM team in 2011, bringing a 20-year career of experience in which he has held positions in sales, marketing, customer service, and management. He has helped large commercial and industrial clients with their energy procurement since deregulation began in the ERCOT market. He brings experience working for incumbents and some of the most financially stable retail energy providers in Texas.
Jay’s philosophy to serve his customers has contributed to the large amount of referral business that has been passed to him from his clients that trust him as their energy partner. He earned his BBA in Business Finance from Texas State University in 1990.
January 12, 2011
IEC Presentation
Jared Patterson, energy manager at Rapid Power Management, will present the intricacies behind Power Factor Correction to the Independent Electrical Contractors group today at the IEC Irving offices. He will introduce RPM, the cutting-edge technology and services they have to offer, and how they partner with electrical contractors to create energy management solutions for their clients.
Patterson will discuss the intent of Power Factor Correction, how it affects their clients and the solutions that RPM can provide.
September 23, 2010
RPM at the Independent Electrical Contractors Tradeshow
The energy at the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame at the Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, is rising as contractors fill the room to learn what companies like Rapid Power Management have to offer in cutting-edge technology and services. Our team can better inform you on how power factor correction helps bring more value to your client base.
Stop by today and speak with our representatives JD Dodson and Jared Patterson at the Independent Electrical Contractors Tradeshow, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to discuss how RPM can help you with your energy management strategy.
We specialize in:
When you’re visiting our booth be sure and enter to win a FREE 19-inch Sanyo flat screen LCD HD TV. There’s no purchase. No contract. No agreement required. It’s just our way of saying “THANK YOU!” for giving us a chance to show you how we can help you with your surge suppression needs! Limit one entry per person; the winner will be announced at 7:00 p.m. at the tradeshow. Winner does not have to be present to win.
September 15, 2010
Find our Booth at the IEC Tradeshow
Your leading trusted energy advisor Rapid Power Management will be attending the Independent Electrical Contractors Tradeshow on Sept. 23, 2010, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame at the Ballpark in Arlington, Texas.
Stop by and speak with our representatives Jared Patterson and Leann Crow to discuss how RPM can help you with your energy management strategy. We specialize in:
When you’re visiting our booth be sure and enter to win a FREE 19-inch Sanyo flat screen LCD HD TV. There’s no purchase. No contract. No agreement required. It’s just our way of saying “THANK YOU!” for giving us a chance to show you how we can help you with your surge suppression needs! Limit one entry per person; the winner will be announced at 7:00 p.m. at the tradeshow. Winner does not have to be present to win.
IEC is a trade association made up of more than 3,200 merit shop electrical and systems contractors within 75 chapters nationwide. Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, IEC is dedicated to promoting the common interests of those engaging in the business of electrical and communications construction. IEC also works to initiate federal and state legislation that makes the electrical industry safer and stronger.
