08/14/2008
Cooley's Palo Alto Office Goes Solar
Palo Alto, Calif. – August 14, 2008 – Fast-growing solar solutions provider REC Solar, Inc. announced today the completion of an 87 kW solar power system for leading law firm Cooley Godward Kronish's 130,000 square-foot office building on Hanover Street in Palo Alto. The system is the largest system for any Bay Area law firm and the third-largest solar installation in Palo Alto. Cooley is among only a handful of law firms nationwide to install solar panels. Cooley has approximately 175 attorneys in Silicon Valley and 650 attorneys firm wide.
The 465 state-of-the-art rooftop solar panels will over the course of their lifetime reduce greenhouse gasses by more than four million pounds, and the power saved will be equal to driving more than five million miles in an average-size car.
"With eight offices nationwide and 1,500 attorneys and staff, we are focused on cost-effective ways to reduce our energy consumption and environmental impact," said Palo Alto-based partner and firm wide Business Department chair Eric Jensen. "In addition, we count as clients in our Clean Technology practice some of the leading entrepreneurs and investors in the world, who have further inspired all of us at Cooley to do our part."
"So many companies are going green these days and it is no longer based strictly on the financial benefits. It may be based on environmental concerns, financial stability or to be good stewards of the environment and insure a positive impact in their communities. It is a pleasure to be involved in an industry where we work with forward thinking and progressive individuals who want to do good by doing right," said Angiolo Laviziano, CEO REC Solar.
The solar panel installation is one of many initiatives underway both in Cooley's Palo Alto office and firm wide to increase environmental responsibility.
About Cooley Godward Kronish LLP
Cooley Godward Kronish's 650 attorneys have an entrepreneurial spirit and deep, substantive experience, and are committed to solving clients' most challenging legal matters. From small companies with big ideas to international enterprises with diverse legal needs, Cooley has the breadth of legal resources to enable companies of all sizes to seize opportunities in today's global marketplace. The Firm represents clients across a broad array of dynamic industry sectors, including clean tech, technology, life sciences, real estate, financial services, retail and energy.
The Firm has full-service offices in major commercial, government and technology centers nationwide: Palo Alto, CA, New York, NY, San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Reston, VA, Broomfield, CO, Washington, DC and Boston, MA.
About REC Solar, Inc.
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 millions of watts installed, REC Solar is committed to lowering the cost of solar power through efficient processes, innovative products, and outstanding customer service. REC Solar is among the nation's largest solar integrators and currently has over a dozen offices throughout 6 states (AZ, CA, CO, HI, OR and NJ). For additional information on REC Solar visit www.recsolar.com or call 1-888-OK-SOLAR (888-657-6527).