Intel Looks on the Sunny Side, Plans to Build Eight New Solar Installations

Posted 01/27/2010 at 6:30am | by Paul Lilly

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Intel this week said it plans to build on its existing portfolio of renewable energy site installations by putting into place new contracts in eight U.S. locations in Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Oregon. All told, the venture will incorporate 2.5 megawatts worth of solar power.

"Intel is committed to renewable energy to reduce our own carbon footprint as well as to spur the market and make renewables more economically feasible for individuals and businesses to deploy," said Brian Krzanich, vice president and general manager of Manufacturing and Supply Chain for Intel. "These announcements represent our broader commitment which includes diversifying our energy portfolio through solar and other clean energy investments, and this will continue to be a priority for us around the globe."

It will take 7 months to complete the new solar installations, and when finished, each project would rank as one of the 10 largest solar installations in its respective region, Intel said.

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