Solar

WHAT:	Dr. Andrew Goodwin, Dow Corning science and technology manager for solar module technologies, will deliver a lecture entitled“Working to Make Solar Energy a More Affordable Option” at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers  in Westminster, London on April 13th. The presentation will highlight how new silicone-based technologies are helping to address global solar industry challenges including the affordability, efficiency and durability of PV modules.
WHEN:	April 13, 2011 6:30 p.m.
WHERE:	Institution of Mechanical Engineers Westminster, London Lecture Theatre
CONTACT:	To request notes from the lecture or to schedule an interview with Dr. Goodwin, please contact: Christina Cobb APCO Worldwide (202) 778-6326 ccobb@apcoworldwide.com

One of the only companies in the world able to provide silicon-based solutions throughout the entire photovoltaic value chain, Dow Corning is investing to expand its portfolio of total solution packages for solar cell manufacturing, module assembly and installation. Solution packages are built on high-performance silicone  products such as encapsulants, adhesives, coatings, potting agents and sealants, as well as next-generation solar grade silicon.

 

About Dow Corning

Dow Corning (www.dowcorning.com) provides performance-enhancing solutions to serve the diverse needs of more than 25,000 customers worldwide. A global leader in silicones, silicon-based technology and innovation, Dow Corning offers more than 7,000 products and services via the company’s Dow Corning^® and XIAMETER^® brands.  Dow Corning is a joint venture equally owned by The Dow Chemical Company and Corning, Incorporated. More than half of Dow Corning’s annual sales are outside the United States.