Suntech Power (STP) and New Jersey based Petra Solar have announced a partnership that will focus on marketing utility grade, pole mounted solar AC systems for utility distribution and streetlight poles around the world, particularly in the US. The systems will consist of PV modules and integral line voltage inverters with real time communication and smart grid capabilities.
Dr. Zhengrong Shi, Suntech’s Founder, Chairman and CEO said, "We recognize that Petra Solar is the leader in the development of innovative utility grade, pole-mounted distributed PV systems. Their vision to create a market for intelligent solar energy systems attached to utility poles and street lights, which combines distributed solar generation and smart grid technology, has great potential for Suntech. We are excited about the value that we can bring to utility customers as a result of working with Petra Solar."
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