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Representatives of Dow Corning, Hemlock Semiconductor Group, and top
U.S. solar energy companies recently visited Washington D.C. to call for new
federal policies to encourage the growth of a domestic solar energy industry
that will promote economic growth, create jobs, and help meet greenhouse gas
emissions goals.
“Solar energy is a clean, efficient and readily available technology that
with the right support could help transform America’s energy, environmental and
economic future,” said Stephanie Burns, chairman, president and CEO. “To make
America a 21st century solar power, we need smart and effective government
policies from Congress that will help the private sector grow, thrive and
create thousands of new jobs.”
During the visit, Dow Corning, Hemlock Semiconductor, and
representatives from several of its leading solar technology customers met with
key members of Congress and the Obama Administration. They delivered to policy
makers a Four Point Policy Plan that outlines the steps needed to
encourage the adoption of solar energy technologies and support a new renewable
energy manufacturing sector in America.
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"This is an excellent opportunity for contributors along
the solar power value chain to make the case that the growth of this renewable
energy resource is extremely important to the future of the United States -
specifically providing job growth and energy independence," said Greg
Bausch, Solar Product and Technical Service manager for Hemlock
Semiconductor.
The plan calls on Congress and the Administration to:
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Enact a broad federal legislative and regulatory package, designed to
encourage the rapid growth of a viable renewable energy industry and encourage
consumer adoption.
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Increase investments in research and development to support innovation in
solar energy technologies
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Increase renewable energy-related education, training and job
creation.
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Establish the federal government as a leader in the utilization of clean
energy technologies.
Dow Corning was joined by nine of its customers representing the solar
energy value chain:
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Abengoa Solar
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BP Solar
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Kyocera
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National Semiconductor Corporation
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Sanyo
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SCHOTT Solar
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Solar Power Industries
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SolarWorld
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Suniva, Inc.
Dow Corning’s silicon-based materials are used in solar cell
manufacturing, solar module assembly and installation. To learn more about
Dow Corning’s efforts to promote a comprehensive energy policy in the
U.S., employees with Internet access may visit www.dowcorning.com/solarpolicy.
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