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Today Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) introduced the Storage Technology of Renewable and Green Energy Act of 2009 (STORAGE Act). The STORAGE Act would provide a tax credit to individuals and businesses when they purchase energy storage systems. Energy storage systems allow consumers to keep excess energy generated by things like solar panels or wind turbines when energy is in low demand and then use it during periods of peak demand, reducing consumers' electricity bills and greatly enhancing the reliability of alternative energy sources.
“I am extremely pleased to announce that Calistoga has finally been designated as an American Viticultural Area, a long overdue and much deserved distinction. I look forward to celebrating this tremendous victory with the wine supporters here in the Napa Valley and across the globe who have worked tirelessly to recognize one of world's premier growing regions.
San Francisco Chronicle
Andy Beckstoffer, the founder of Napa Valley's Beckstoffer Vineyards, wanted to donate a piece of his land to conservation, but it didn't make sense financially - his property would bring in much more if he sold it than left it to grow grapes forever.
But when Congress passed legislation in 2006 to bolster tax deductions to those who donated conservation easements, Beckstoffer set aside the 90-acre To Kalon Vineyard in Rutherford.
Solar energy is hot. Not just with wineries attempting to lessen their carbon footprints â€" but also with thieves.
Numerous Napa Valley wineries have been victimized by thieves lurking in the night and stealing their solar arrays.
A single panel is worth about $1,000, measures two feet by three feet and weighs around 35 pounds.
North Coast Congressman Mike Thompson introduced legislation last week that would require Congress to responsibly recycle its e-waste.
Co-authored by representatives Gene Green, D-TX, Mary Bono Mack, R-CA, and Brian Bilbray, R-CA, House Resolution 938 aims to make sure that the outdated electronic equipment discarded by members of Congress and their staffs ends up recycled, and not in landfills or incinerators.
Congressman Mike Thompson (D-St. Helena) has introduced legislation to boost solar panel manufacturing in the United States.
H.R. 4085 will offer a significant tax credit to solar manufacturers, which will stimulate job creation here in the United States. Representatives Dave Camp (R-MI), Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) and Patrick Tiberi (R-OH) are original cosponsors of the bill.
Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) introduced legislation to boost solar panel manufacturing in the United States. H.R. 4085 will offer a significant tax credit to solar manufacturers, which will stimulate job creation here in the United States. Representatives Dave Camp (R-MI), Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) and Patrick Tiberi (R-OH) are original cosponsors of the bill.
Napa Valley Register
Veterans from Napa's wars of yesteryear gathered at Veterans Memorial Park Wednesday morning to pay tribute to all who have served in uniform.
Speakers made the point that “freedom isn't free.” Since the nation's founding, it has required military sacrifice.
More than 150 people, some carrying small American flags, heard an hour of speeches, patriotic songs, military music, prayers and the somber playing of bagpipes.
The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, working with the Mendocino/Lake Housing Foreclosure Prevention Coalition, is hosting a free Community Housing Forum on Saturday, November 21 in Mendocino and Lake counties. Special guests for the events include Rep. Mike Thompson (D- Napa Valley) and Assemblyman Wes Chesbro (D-Arcata).