MEDIA ADVISORY
Washington, D.C. Residents Celebrate Their Independence from Fossil Fuels
Making the break
Couple Takes Step toward Zero Carbon Footprint with Installation
of Largest Residential Solar Panel System in Washington, D.C.
WHAT: Great environmental and human interest story, complete with strong visual elements.
As the country witnesses first-hand the need for alternative energy sources, Shelley Cohen and Mike Gala are doing their part to become independent from fossil fuels by embracing a clean energy future that includes the installation of Washington, D.C.’s largest residential solar power system. Washington, D.C. and other East Coast jurisdictions are offering attractive incentives to those who make the transition from traditional energy consumers to clean energy producers. Ms. Cohen and Mr. Gala are aggressively pursuing their goal of achieving a zero carbon footprint through various residential upgrades, which previously earned their home a spot on Planet Green’s Renovation Nation.
Astrum Solar, headquartered in Howard County, Maryland, is installing the landmark system. The company serves customers throughout Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Ohio in addition to Washington, D.C.
WHEN: The installation of solar panels will take place Friday, July 9, 2010 between 9:30AM and 1:30PM.
Ms. Cohen and Mr. Gala will mark the milestone by hosting a ribbon-cutting for neighbors and guests from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
WHERE: The home of Shelley H. Cohen and Mike Gala
3640 Everett Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20008
(Near the intersection of Nebraska Avenue and Reno Road. Parking on Everett Street NW.)
WHO: Homeowners Shelley H. Cohen and Mike Gala will be available for interviews, as will an Astrum Solar executive to discuss how the multi-state installer of solar panel systems enables homeowners to generate clean energy while taking advantage of incentives and selling Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) to maximize cost efficiencies.
For more information or to arrange on-site interviews, please contact:
Dave Curley, Sandy Hillman Communications:
443.683.0920 or dcurley@hillmanpr.com
*Solar panel installation will be weather permitting.
