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		<title>New campaign matches veterans with solar careers</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:34:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Maryland solar company sets a goal of getting 10,000 military veterans employed in the American solar industry by 2015. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Annapolis, MD&#8211;December 21, 2011&#8211;AtisSun Solar is announcing a national campaign to get 10,000 transitioning service members and military veterans into the solar energy industry by 2015. AtisSun believes the solar industry and former [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maryland solar company sets a goal of getting 10,000 military veterans employed in the American solar industry by 2015.</p>
<p><strong>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</strong></p>
<p><strong>Annapolis, MD&#8211;December 21, 2011</strong>&#8211;AtisSun Solar is announcing a national campaign to get 10,000 transitioning service members and military veterans into the solar energy industry by 2015. AtisSun believes the solar industry and former members of the military are a perfect match for one another and is launching a campaign called <em>1o,000 Strong: Solar Jobs for Veterans.</em></p>
<p>&#8220;Thousands of troops are returning from tours in Iraq and Afghanistan to their families and deciding not to stay in the military,&#8221; said Matthew Bartlett, president and founder of AtisSun. &#8220;But a lot of them are struggling with the adjustment to civilian life, particularly returning to the job market.&#8221;</p>
<p>Jobs in the solar industry require a range of skills and professions, including (but not limited to) electricians, plumbers, mechanical engineers, welders, metal workers, construction managers, accountants, analysts, environmental scientists, and chemists. Considering the extensive training many people receive during their time in the various branches of the military, veterans are often skilled in these fields among others.</p>
<p>The solar industry grew by nearly 70% in the last year alone. Solar now provides jobs to 100,000 Americans at 5,000 solar companies around the country. Conservative estimates for 2012 put growth in the industry at an additional 25,000 in solar sales, manufacturing, installation and distribution in the United States.</p>
<p>AtisSun will be partnering with solar manufacturing, distribution, installation and service companies across the country during the 10,000 Strong: Solar Jobs for Veterans campaign over the next three years.</p>
<p>&#8220;We are grateful to our nation&#8217;s veterans for their service to our country and we want to help them find continuing success beyond their lives in the service,&#8221; added Bartlett.</p>
<p><strong><em>About AtisSun, Inc:</em></strong>  Since its creation in 2008, AtisSun has promoted sustainable living and financial independence through solar energy education and installation in the Maryland/DC area. The company’s mission is to empower people to build wealth, freedom and a sustainable future through the education, products and services offered by our companies, partners and subsidiary ventures. With the launch of AtisSun Media, the company offers extensive information for reducing energy consumption and making confident investment decisions regarding solar.</p>
<p>For more information, please visit <strong><em>www.AtisSun. com </em></strong>or contact Elisa Schachnuk at AtisSun Media at 800-627-2991 or elisa@atissun.com</p>
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		<title>AtisSun announces solar financing terms set to expire on December 31</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:13:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>ElisaN</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[AtisSun, Inc. is unsure whether residential financing terms will continue to be available in the coming new year FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Annapolis, MD—December 1, 2011—Maryland-based solar company AtisSun, Inc is announcing that the company’s popular solar energy system financing program is set to expire at the end of the year. The program, offered through a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>AtisSun, Inc. is unsure whether residential financing terms will continue to be available in the coming new year</strong></p>
<p>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</p>
<p><strong>Annapolis, MD</strong>—<strong>December 1, 2011</strong>—Maryland-based solar company AtisSun, Inc is announcing that the company’s popular solar energy system financing program is set to expire at the end of the year. The program, offered through a partnership with solar-manufacturer Schuco and Enerbank USA, has assisted many Maryland residents in installing solar panels on their homes.</p>
<p>“We’ve been pleased with the response to the financing program,” Matthew Bartlett, founder and President of AtisSun, Inc., said in a statement. “For a long time, we were looking for a way to match homeowners with solar energy systems, and this financing program is a great tool for that during tough economic times.”</p>
<p>As a certified Schuco installer, AtisSun meets the requirements necessary to offer the program, known as Schuco’s Green Energy Fund, to its customers. The financing is available to eligible applicants on 12-month no payment, 0% interest terms through the end of the year. The application can often be completed in under 30 minutes; not all who apply are approved. The program offers 100% unsecured loans ranging from $1,000 to $45,000 to qualified homeowners only.</p>
<p>“Combined with the available federal and state tax incentives, this type of financing program has made a huge impact on the amount of solar panels installed in the state of Maryland this year,” said Bartlett. “It’s really made the difference for many people who may have previously thought that a solar energy system for their home was unaffordable.”</p>
<p>AtisSun is unsure at this time whether the popular financing terms will be extended into 2012.</p>
<p><strong><em>About AtisSun, Inc:</em></strong>  Since its creation in 2008, AtisSun has promoted sustainable living and financial independence through solar energy education and installation in the Maryland/DC area. The company’s mission is to empower people to build wealth, freedom and a sustainable future through the education, products and services offered by our companies, partners and subsidiary ventures. With the launch of AtisSun Media, the company offers extensive information for reducing energy consumption and making confident investment decisions regarding solar.</p>
<p>For more information, please visit <strong><em>www.AtisSun. com </em></strong>or contact Elisa Schachnuk at AtisSun Media at 800-627-2991 or elisa@atissun.com</p>
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		<title>AtisSun supports Maryland&#8217;s farm community</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:34:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[AtisSun, Inc. calls attention to conflict on Maryland&#8217;s Eastern Shore between local farmers and the Naval Air Station Patuxent River that has halted large-scale wind farm development FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Annapolis, MD&#8211;November 16, 2011&#8211;Maryland-based solar company AtisSun Inc is expressing support for the Maryland farm community as it attempts to invest in large scale renewable [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>AtisSun, Inc. calls attention to conflict on Maryland&#8217;s Eastern Shore between local farmers and the Naval Air Station Patuxent River that has halted large-scale wind farm development</strong></p>
<p>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</p>
<p><strong>Annapolis, MD&#8211;November 16, 2011&#8211;</strong>Maryland-based solar company AtisSun Inc is expressing support for the Maryland farm community as it attempts to invest in large scale renewable energy projects. Farmers have run into opposition from the Navy, which fears that proposed wind turbines to be erected on leased land from Eastern Shore farms could interfere with the Naval Air Station Patuxent River&#8217;s radar system.</p>
<p>If the wind developments are blocked, struggling Maryland farmers stand to lose a valuable income source desperately needed in their economically-depressed region. Farmers are hoping that renewable energy developments like wind turbines and large solar arrays could save them from making difficult decisions like selling off property to housing developers.</p>
<p>&#8220;We believe it&#8217;s important to protect Maryland&#8217;s valuable farmland,&#8221; said Matthew Bartlett, founder and President of AtisSun, Inc. &#8220;Renewable energy developments like the proposed wind turbine projects in Somerset County allow Maryland to build a sustainable future in the farming community, which is under attack from aggressive development and falling profits.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Navy views the issue as a matter of national security and is doing what it can to measure a wind development&#8217;s impact on NAVAIR&#8217;s highly sensitive radar system prior to the wind turbines construction. Developers, officials and the military say they are committed to resolving the issue and point to 240 similar projects that have been reviewed, and approved, by the Defense Department in the past.</p>
<p>&#8220;We&#8217;re doing what we can to call attention to this because it&#8217;s so vital,&#8221; said Bartlett. &#8220;Farmers in Maryland&#8217;s Somerset County are counting on these types of developments to generate steady income and clean energy. This is one of the most economically depressed regions in the state, and we&#8217;re talking about a potential billion-dollar investment. It will protect Maryland&#8217;s farmland from development that, in many cases, has been in these families for generations.&#8221;</p>
<p><strong><em>About AtisSun Solar: </em></strong>Since its creation in 2008, AtisSun has promoted sustainable living and financial independence through solar energy education and installation in the Maryland/DC area. The company’s missions is to empower people to build wealth, freedom and a sustainable future through education, products and services offered by our companies, partners and subsidiary ventures. With the launch of AtisSun Media, the company offers extensive information for reducing energy consumption and making confident investment decisions regards solar.</p>
<p>For more information, please visit <strong><em>www.AtisSun. com </em></strong>or contact Elisa Schachnuk at AtisSun Media at 800-627-2991 or elisa@atissun.com</p>
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		<title>Solar company challenges U.S. to invest in orbital solar power research</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:21:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[AtisSun, Inc. looks to American government and private investors to offer funding for global energy solution potential offered by solar power—delivered from space FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Annapolis, MD—November 14, 2011—AtisSun, Inc., a Maryland-based solar energy company, is calling for serious consideration by the U.S. government and private investors in the concept of space solar power. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: left;" align="center"><strong>AtisSun, Inc. looks to American government and private investors to offer funding for global energy solution potential offered by solar power—delivered from space</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;" align="center">FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</p>
<p><strong>Annapolis, MD</strong>—<strong>November 14, 2011</strong>—AtisSun, Inc., a Maryland-based solar energy company, is calling for serious consideration by the U.S. government and private investors in the concept of space solar power. A recent study released by Paris-based International Academy of Astronautics indicates that orbiting solar power stations to generate power for Earth&#8217;s needs could become feasible by 2041.</p>
<p>“Instead of looking at ways of extending our dwindling supply of fossil fuels, the United States needs to seriously study the amazing potential of solar energy,” said Matthew Bartlett, founder and president of AtisSun Solar. “At a glance, the idea may seem like something out of <em>Star Trek</em>, but scientists all over the world are discovering that this could a major player in supplying global energy demand in the not-so-distant future.”</p>
<p>While the study did not provide an estimate of what such an undertaking would cost, it has found that the idea of “orbiting power plants capable of collecting solar energy and beaming it to earth appears ‘technically feasible’ within a decade or two based on technologies now in the laboratory.”</p>
<p>California consultant company, Artemis Innovation Management Solutions LLC, has received the contract for a small pilot project to explore the technology at an experimental level. The NASA contract is currently valued at less than $100,000.</p>
<p>“Global investment in clean energy technologies was nearly $80 billion in 2010,” Bartlett stated. “This concept has the potential to supply the world with an incredible source of energy if scientists are able to make it work. I believe that it deserves serious attention from public and private organizations.”</p>
<p>Reuters news service obtained a copy of the International Academy of Astronautics’ study prior to a news conference called by the National Space Society. The press conference will discuss the report and answer questions in greater detail; it is scheduled to take place next Monday.</p>
<p><strong><em>About AtisSun Solar: </em></strong>Since its creation in 2008, AtisSun has promoted sustainable living and financial independence through solar energy education and installation in the Maryland/DC area. The company&#8217;s missions is to empower people to build wealth, freedom and a sustainable future through education, products and services offered by our companies, partners and subsidiary ventures. With the launch of AtisSun Media, the company offers extensive information for reducing energy consumption and making confident investment decisions regards solar.</p>
<p>For more information, please visit <strong><em>www.AtisSun. com </em></strong>or contact Elisa Schachnuk at AtisSun Media at 800-627-2991 or elisa@atissun.com</p>
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		<title>AtisSun Solar Expands Operations in Mid-Atlantic Region with New Partnership</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:45:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[AtisSun Solar partners with top Maryland electrical contractor to offer high quality, affordable solar electric systems to the Mid-Atlantic region FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Annapolis, MD—November 8, 2011—  AtisSun Solar and Bausum &#38; Duckett Electric LLC have partnered to offer solar electric installations to Maryland homes and businesses. The systems, known as photovoltaic or PV solar systems, will help [...]]]></description>
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</strong><strong style="text-align: -webkit-center;">solar electric systems to the Mid-Atlantic region</strong></p>
<p>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</p>
<p><strong>Annapolis, MD</strong>—<strong>November 8, 2011</strong>—  AtisSun Solar and Bausum &amp; Duckett Electric LLC have partnered to offer solar electric installations to Maryland homes and businesses. The systems, known as photovoltaic or PV solar systems, will help the region’s residents take advantage of the latest solar technologies, now offered at historically low prices and supported by Federal, state and local tax credits and incentives.</p>
<p>“AtisSun Solar is excited to partner with Bausum &amp; Duckett Electric to offer solar panel installations to Maryland’s homeowners and businesses,” said Matthew Bartlett, founder of AtisSun Solar. “Through this cooperative partnership, people in the region will benefit from the many advantages of solar energy, backed by the combined experience of AtisSun and Bausum &amp; Duckett Electric. This is great news for the many people who have already worked with Bausum &amp; Duckett during their 50-years in business. They now have a significant advantage in their search to reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint.”</p>
<p>The partnership will promote the installation of German-manufactured Schuco solar panels, known in the solar industry for their extremely high level of performance and longevity. Schuco PV panels are backed by the best warranty in the industry (25 years). Homeowners and businesses installed Schuco solar panels will enjoy this completely clean, renewable source of energy for decades.</p>
<p>“With electric utility rates on the rise and an increased focus in ‘green living,’ now is the time to invest in a solar system for your home,” said Mark Llewellyn, President, Bausum &amp; Duckett Electric.  “Bausum &amp; Duckett is committed to bringing clean energy solutions to our existing clientele and the community at large. Through our relationship with AtisSun Solar, we will bring our decades of electrical experience to the growing solar movement in Maryland and increase residential and commercial solar installations in the area.”</p>
<p>“We’re thrilled to be able to offer Bausum &amp; Duckett‘s expertise as part of our solar electric installation process,” said Mark Bartlett, co-founder, AtisSun Solar. “They’re a company well known in Maryland for their outstanding customer service and technical capabilities, and to have them become part of the solar industry is just a tremendous advantage to the growing number of solar proponents in the state.”</p>
<p><strong><em>About Bausum &amp; Duckett Electric:</em></strong> Bausum &amp; Duckett Electric LLC is a full-service electrical contractor proudly serving both commercial and residential customers in the Chesapeake Bay region, from N. Virginia and Metro/DC to the Eastern Shore and Delmarva areas. Founded in 1960, Bausum &amp; Duckett has developed an unsurpassed reputation for service, quality and professionalism through electrical system design and installation, repairs, lighting, generators, and the new ElectriCare service offering home safety and energy savings analysis. Bausum &amp; Duckett customers receive the highest quality services from a name they&#8217;ve learned to trust. Celebrating their 50th anniversary, the company is thrilled to add solar PV installations to their extensive list of products and services.</p>
<p><strong><em>About AtisSun Solar:</em></strong> Since its creation in 2008, <a href="http://www.atissun.com/">AtisSun</a> has promoted sustainable living and financial independence through solar energy education and installation in the Maryland/DC area. The company’s mission is to empower people to build wealth, freedom and a sustainable future through the education, products and services offered by our companies, partners and subsidiary ventures. With the launch of <a href="http://www.atissun.com/blog" target="_blank">AtisSun Media</a>, the company offers extensive information for reducing energy consumption and making confident investment decisions regarding solar.</p>
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<p>For more information, please visit <em><a href="http://www.atissun.com/">www.AtisSun.com</a></em>, or contact Elisa Schachnuk at AtisSun Media at (800) 627-2991 or <a href="mailto:elisa@atissun.com" target="_blank">elisa@atissun.com</a></p>
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		<title>Local solar company speaks out about Romney’s proposed energy plan</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Founder of AtisSun Solar concerned by the Presidential candidate’s complete dismissal of renewable energy subsidies in favor of increased spending for fossil fuels Annapolis, MD—November 10, 2011—Maryland-based solar company AtisSun Solar is speaking out against 2012 Presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s energy plan which will eliminate government support of renewable energy, particularly wind and solar power, and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Founder of AtisSun Solar concerned by the Presidential candidate’s complete dismissal of </strong><strong>renewable energy subsidies in favor of increased spending for fossil fuels</strong></p>
<p><strong>Annapolis, MD</strong>—<strong>November 10, 2011</strong>—Maryland-based solar company AtisSun Solar is speaking out against 2012 Presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s energy plan which will eliminate government support of renewable energy, particularly wind and solar power, and drastically change environmental protection policies.</p>
<p>“I’m greatly disappointed to hear that Romney is taking this tact regarding the future of renewable energy in the United States,” said Matthew Bartlett, Founder of AtisSun Solar. “The solar industry has grown over 70 percent in the last year alone and now employs over 100,000 Americans at more than 5,000 businesses around the country. Part of that growth is in fact due to the support the current presidential administration has showed the solar industry in the last few years, but it’s a sustainable trend all the same.”</p>
<p>Romney’s plan will increase production of coal, oil and natural gas while repelling new pollution legislation. It would also rework the existing Clean Air Act, which Romney claims is outdated. However, the plan does nothing to address climate change. Romney has stated that he rejects the National Academy of Sciences’ reports that link coal, oil, and gas emissions to global warming. He believes government spending to reduce emissions “is not the right course for us.”</p>
<p>“Part of what’s so concerning about Romney’s proposal is the disregard it shows for the growth potential of the renewable energy industry, not to mention a complete disregard for the environment,” said Bartlett. “He claims that the government can’t continue to support measures to reduce emissions and protect the ozone when unemployment is at the current levels.”</p>
<p>The growth rate for jobs in the solar industry is nearly 10 times greater than the United State’s national average employment growth rate of 0.7 percent. Comparatively, the fossil fuel industry had a negative growth rate of 2 percent when measured in the same time period. Out of 2,100 solar installation firms recently surveyed by the Solar Foundation, over 50 percent said they would be adding jobs in 2012. By August of next year, the Solar Foundation predicts growth in the solar industry to be 24 percent, an addition of 24,000 jobs.</p>
<p>“Time and again over the last few years, the solar industry has proven to be a bright spot in a grim economy,” said Bartlett. “It supports thousands of American families through employment and helped millions more by reducing their energy expenses and carbon footprint. I truly hope Romney’s plan can be revised to take that into account.”</p>
<p><strong><em>About AtisSun Solar: </em></strong>Since its creation in 2008, <a href="http://www.solarpanelsmd.com" target="_blank">AtisSun Solar</a> has promoted sustainable living and financial independence through solar energy education and installation in the Maryland/DC area. The company’s mission is to empower people to build wealth, freedom and a sustainable future through the education, products and services offered by our companies, partners and subsidiary ventures. With the launch of <a href="http://www.atissun.com/blog" target="_blank">AtisSun Media</a>, the company offers extensive information for reducing energy consumption and making confident investment decisions regarding solar.</p>
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<p>For more information, please visit <em><a href="http://www.AtisSun.com">www.AtisSun.com</a></em>, or contact Elisa Schachnuk at AtisSun Media at (800) 627-2991 or <a href="mailto:elisa@atissun.com" target="_blank">elisa@atissun.com</a></p>
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