REC Solar Joins Energy Leaders Including Ted Turner, Tim Wirth, U.S. General Wesley Clark and Colorado Governor Bill Ritter at the 8th Annual AREDAY Summit

REC Solar Finance Executive to speak on “Perspectives on Financing Renewable Projects”

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--REC Solar, leading solar electric provider in the United States, is participating in the 8th annual American Renewable Energy Day (AREDAY) Summit, speaking in the company of global environmental powerhouses in the annual forum promoting powerful cross-sector dialogue and collaborations. This year’s theme, “Putting the Green in Green, Monetizing Carbon in the Global Economy,” will bring leaders from a myriad of fields together including the financial sector, research institutes, think tanks, the film industry and government.

“Putting the Green in Green, Monetizing Carbon in the Global Economy”

Jim Coombes, REC Solar Director of Project Finance, will be speaking on the panel “Perspectives on Financing Renewable Projects” as part of the Climate Investments Track.

AREDAY’s purpose – to foster immediate action that addresses climate change through renewable energy development and deployment – has drawn together energy leaders including American media mogul and environmental philanthropist Ted Turner, United Nations Foundation president Tim Wirth, U.S. General Wesley Clark (Ret.) and Colorado Governor Bill Ritter, among many others.

2011 AREDAY Summit
WHO:	Mr. Jim Coombes, Director of Project Finance for REC Solar
WHAT:	Mr. Coombes will be speaking on “Perspectives on Financing Renewable Projects” as part of the Climate Investments Track at the 8^th Annual AREDAY Summit, a forum for cross-sector dialogue with world leading renewable energy and clean technology experts.
WHERE:	Hotel Jerome, 330 East Main Street, Aspen, Colorado
WHEN:	Saturday, August 20, at 10:45 a.m. MT
RSVP:	Click here to apply for press credentials

About REC Solar

REC Solar is an industry leading solar power provider specializing in grid-tied residential and commercial installations. With a local presence in all major solar markets in the USA and thousands of kilowatts installed, REC Solar is committed to lowering the cost of solar power through efficient processes, innovative products and outstanding customer service. REC Solar has more than a dozen offices in six states (California, Colorado, Hawaii, Oregon, Arizona and New Jersey) serving customers in eleven states. For additional information on REC Solar visit www.recsolar.com or call 1-888-OK-SOLAR (888-657-6527).