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PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems Donates to Tri-City Food Bank Encourages Others to Give What They Can

Newark, CA

Statistics show that approximately 65% of those who turn to food banks are working class families who struggle to keep a roof over their heads as well as provide food for their families. "Theirs are not the faces you expect to see in a food bank line," says Melissa Ponchard, Executive Director of the Tri-City Volunteers Food Bank and Thrift Store and while she does not like it, she is "not worried if the line for food donations has increased as long as the line for the homeless does not grow." A tough reality for anyone who runs a food bank with a daily responsibility to manage the resources required to feed thousands of people. Despite the challenges, is it clearly a career upon which Melissa thrives.

PetersenDean, a local Newark company, usually donates a ton of turkeys at Thanksgiving to a local food bank but with the rising cost of most foods, it became clear that Tri-City Food Bank could serve more people if they used their own resources to obtain the kinds of foods their community consumes. After a thorough examination of her increasingly diverse community, Ms. Ponchard knows foods like rice, beans, potatoes, lentils and chicken make more sense for families and go further than one turkey, "there are some who are not familiar with traditional American Thanksgiving staples but would still like to serve a wholesome, culturally appropriate, meal as they give thanks." Food banks nationwide have made the tough decision to move away from traditional Thanksgiving fare as the number of those needing supplemental food support population diversity increases.

If you want to help out especially during this holiday season, all you have to do is stop at Tri-City Volunteers Food Bank at 37350 Joseph Street, Fremont, CA to make your tax free financial or food donation.

What your cash donation buys: According to an article released Wednesday by MSN Money staff, a $1 donation to a local food bank provides about five to 15 pounds of food products because of their ability to buy in bulk, staff with volunteers and through their connections in the community who notify them of specials and where to get deep discounts.

What foods do food banks need: fruit and vegetables and canned goods for food boxes such as canned fruit and vegetables, canned meats and fish, peanut butter, pasta, beans, rice, canned soup, low sugar cereal and oatmeal, canned tomatoes, tomato sauce and powdered milk., jalapenos, corn flower, lentils and spices such as cumin, garlic and ginger.

About Tri-City Volunteers Food Bank and Thrift Shop

Tri-City Volunteers is a community-based social services organization. In 2010, through their community food bank, Tri-City Volunteers distributed well over 2 million pounds of food to some 5,500 local families, over 14,000 individuals. Their vision is to enable low-income earners to find pathways to a better life, including pathways away from hunger and homelessness, pathways to employment and job skills with strong, happy, and productive families.

To learn more about Tri-City Colunteers Food Bank and Thrift Store go to www.tri-cityvolunteers.org

About PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems: Headquartered in Newark, California as the largest privately held roofing and solar contractor in the United State, and operating in 15 regional offices across the United States, PetersenDean offers something few other companies can: the ability to guarantee all products and installations above the roofline. Our commitment to safety, superior quality customer service, and the environment has earned us an industry-wide reputation for excellence.

Petersen-Dean Roofing and Solar Systems and Viola Blythe Launch Fundraising Program

October 30, 2011

Viola Blythe Community Service Center of Newark launched their new fundraising campaign at the City of Newark Mayor and Council Candidates Luncheon. In partnership with PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems, Viola Blythe will receive from $250-$1000 for every roof or solar system purchased by Newark citizens depending on the purchase size. "Giving for Living is a practical way to drive funds to great community organizations like Viola Blythe," says Jim Petersen, CEO and founder of PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems, "we all can't spend the time or money like the volunteers at Viola Blythe so by participating in our fundraising program, homeowners can help others as a by-product of their purchase"

The PetersenDean fundraising program was created to help non-profit organizations generate funds through their sales and channels, therefore; expanding the non-profit's ability to reach the public. Non-profits can cultivate their own contacts when promoting their fundraising campaign and PetersenDean provides additional support by conducting free solar seminars, informing local citizens to the non-profit and creating collateral for the non-profit to distribute in advertising.

Interested homeowners can help raise funds for Viola Blythe Community Service Center of Newark by contacting them at (510) 794-3437 or PetersenDean at (800)564-0362 to inquire about a new roof or solar system. Homeowners need to be sure to mention the Viola Blythe program so funds can be donated to the Center on the homeowner's behalf upon completion of the roof or solar system.

About Viola Blythe Community Service Center of Newark: Viola Freeman was born in McComb, Oklahoma on Sept. 28, 1916, the ninth of ten children and orphaned at the age of four. She married Stanley Blythe in 1946 and moved to Newark the same year. They lived in a small house across from what is now the Viola Blythe Center. The Newark woman helped those in need for more than 50 years -- first out of the garage of her Newark home, and later, the City of Newark offered Viola a building at Ash Street Park from which to operate. At that point, the Viola Blythe Community Service Center of Newark was born. With the help from the City, churches, schools, businesses, individuals and volunteers, the non-profit Center today provides emergency services to approximately 10,600 people each year. This includes Thanksgiving and Christmas programs and a Children's Christmas party for approximately 350 children. The kids each receive a new toy, a visit with Santa, entertainment and refreshments. Viola's daughter, Debbie Caravalho, who is lovingly carrying on the tradition started by her mother, currently runs the center.

For more information visit www.violablythe.org or email violablythe@sbcglobal.net

About PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems: Headquartered in Newark, California as the largest privately held roofing and solar contractor in the United State, and operating in 15 regional offices across the United States, PetersenDean offers something few other companies can: the ability to guarantee all products and installations above the roofline. Our commitment to safety, superior quality customer service, and the environment has earned us an industry-wide reputation for excellence.

Submitted by Debbie Caravalho, Program Director (510) 794-3437

PetersenDean Florida Awarded Two Eagle Awards in 2011

October 24, 2011

PetersenDean Roofing and Solar System was awarded two Eagle Awards by the Association of Building Contractors for superior workmanship in key initiatives in the beautiful state of Florida. According to the Associated Builders and Contractors website, "ABC's Awards of Excellence Program has become the premier competition within the construction industry. These awards recognize outstanding construction projects from across the nation." The competition is a nationwide program that publicly recognizes quality and innovation in construction. Voting for the Eagle awards is by industry peers recognizing superiority in all areas including client satisfaction.

The first project recognized is the Amway Center, the centerpiece of Downtown Orlando's revitalization with a modern, technologically advanced facility with a vast array of cultural, sporting and entertainment options to residents. Bill Walker, project manager with C.T. Hsu + Associates, P.A., the roof system design expert, was very proud to work with PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems on this project, stating, "the roof's solar reflective index (SRI) was one of the important criteria to the design team for the roof systems, contributing to a the LEED Gold Project Award. The single ply and modified bitumen roof systems on the Amway Center have the highest SRI Value of any project in the designer's history."

The second Orlando project is the roof of the Mad Tea Party, a giant tea cup ride that spins big kids, teens and adults in circles at Fantasyland in Magic Kingdom theme park. Craig Dallas, VP of Sales and Marketing stated, "due to the nature of this type of project, the timely fashion in which we finished the job, our concern for customer satisfaction and the ability to keep any costs and change orders to a minimum, PetersenDean worked above and beyond to deliver to the customer exactly what was expected without any incidents that would jeopardize future work. It was an honor to be selected to re-roof the Mad Hatter Tea Cup ride because it is one of the world's most popular rides at any Disney park. In addition, we are very proud of the commitment to operational excellence by Keith McStoots, PetersenDean General Superintendent, and the local Orlando team for their efforts on both projects."

Keith McStoots, Bill Walker and Craig Dallas

PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems serves a full range of residential and commercial projects. Recently the company supported the redevelopment of Fort Ord, a military base in Monterey, Calif., where 3,000 homes where reconstructed to become more energy efficient. Other substantial projects include US Coast Guard Puerto Rico "Smarter Roof", Marlins Stadium, and NASA in Houston, the Orlando Magic's new arena and Performing Arts, San Francisco's Pier 39, The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio Texas and Ponte Palmero, Cameron Park, Calif., all of which included energy-rated cool roofs.

Submitted by Rosemary Petersen and Craig Dallas

mm@petersendean.com 510-494-9982

PetersenDean Roofing and Solar and NewarkCert Launch "Giving For Living" Fundraising Program at Newark Days Festival

September 17, 2011

NewarkCert (Community Emergency Response Team) launched their new fundraising campaign this weekend at the Newark Days Festival.  In partnership with PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems, NewarkCert will receive from $250-$1000 for every roof or solar system purchased by Newark citizens depending on the purchase size.  “We’ve searched for a way to give back to the community in a meaningful way that makes good business sense and I think we have a win-win situation with this program”, says Jim Petersen, CEO and founder of PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems

The PetersenDean fundraising program was created to help non-profit organizations generate funds through their sales and channels, therefore; expanding the non-profit’s ability to reach the general public.  Non-profits can cultivate their contacts when promoting their fundraising campaign and PetersenDean provides support by conducting free solar seminars, informing local citizens to the non-profit and creating collateral for the non-profit to distribute in advertising.

The Alameda County of Newark Fire Department offers a Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) program free for all community volunteers. The training is designed to provide volunteers basic skills in firefighting, search and rescue, disaster medicine, and emergency preparedness. With this training, citizens of Newark may become self-sufficient for the first 72 hours following a major disaster. 

With the downturn in the economy, programs like the CERT have experienced funding reductions or, in CERTS case, all funding.  According to David Libby, CERT treasurer, “entering into a fundraising partnership with PetersenDean Roofing and Solar could be the best thing that ever happened for our programs funding ”.  Anyone can learn more about Newark CERT or sign up for classes at www.NewarkCERT.org.

Newark homeowners can help raise funds for NewarkCERT by contacting them at (510) 221-6220 or PetersenDean at (800)564-0362 to inquire about a new roof or solar system.  Homeowners need to be sure to mention the NewarkCERT program so funds can be donated to CERT on their behalf.

PetersenDean is the largest privately held roofing and solar contractor in the United States.  Headquartered in Newark, California, and operating in 15 regional offices across the United States, PetersenDean offers something few other companies can: the ability to guarantee all products and installations above the roofline.  Our commitment to safety, superior quality customer service, and the environment has earned us an industry-wide reputation for excellence.  Learn more at www.petersendean.com

Submitted by Tena Oakley, Chairperson, Newark CERT, (510) 221-6220

PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Complete Behemoth SmarterRoof™ Project in Las Vegas

February 22, 2011

Las Vegas, NV: PetersenDean, the nation’s largest privately held roofing and solar energy company, announced today that they have successfully completed another massive SmarterRoof™ project, this time in Las Vegas, Nevada.  The nearly six-hundred thousand square foot roof is covering Valley High School and is expected to save the school district substantially on their future energy bills.  The SmarterRoof™ will not only breathe new life into the building complex, but also provide sustainable protection to the children and faculty inside.    

“I’m delighted to announce, in this day and age where money is hard to come by, particularly for public school agencies, that this new roofing system will actually save the school district money.  Moreover, those savings will ultimately benefit students.” said Jim Petersen, CEO and founder of PetersenDean, at a press conference to announce the completion and successful outcome of the project.

SmarterRoof™  reflect the rays of the sun and therefore keep buildings cooler in summer months and with proper insulation keep buildings much warmer in winter months.  By installing a SmarterRoof™, a consumer could expect to save up to 40% on their utility bills.  Furthermore, the combination of a solar solution and SmarterRoof™   can completely erase consumers’ utility bills entirely.

PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems serves a full range of residential and commercial projects.  Recently the company supported the redevelopment of Fort Ord, a military base in Monterey, Calif., where 3,000 homes where reconstructed to become more energy efficient.  Other substantial projects include NASA in Houston, the Orlando Magic’s new arena, San Francisco’s Pier 39, The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio Texas and Ponte Palmero, Cameron Park, Calif., all of which included energy-rated ‘cool roofs.

For more information visit www.petersendean.com

Contacts

R. Petersen:  rpetersen@petersendean.com

PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Storm into Puerto Rico with Massive SmarterRoof™ and Solar Energy Project

February 9, 2011

San Juan Puerto Rico:

PetersenDean, the nation’s largest privately held roofing and solar energy company, announced today that it has begun work on the largest combined SmarterRoof™ and solar energy project in the world.  The project is located at the United States Coast Guard Base in Puerto Rico and includes the complete reroofing of all structures with SmarterRoof™ and solar powered systems.

“This epitomizes what we do here at PetersenDean and our fundamental strength as a company” says Jim Petersen, founder and CEO, “to my knowledge, PetersenDean is the only firm with the experience and financial strength to undertake a project of this size.” 

Bhaskar Patel, Construction Manager for Schneider Electric’s Federal Government Contracts added, “Schneider has selected PetersenDean for Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC) to install Cool Roofs and Solar PV Systems at the US Coast Guard Project in Puerto Rico because of their willingness and eagerness to work as a team player.  PetersenDean demonstrates strong integrity and business ethics.  In addition to their excellent safety and quality records, experience, knowledge, resources, capabilities, and flexibility, will make it possible to complete this fast-track complex project safely, on time, and within compliance.”

Craig Dallas, Petersen Dean’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing tells us, “PetersenDean is excited to align ourselves with the world’s largest electrical contractor, Schneider Electric ($18b) on the largest fast track re-roofing and solar energy project anywhere in the world”.

The Project will consist of Smart Roofs, provided and installed by PetersenDean. As the roofs are being completed, PetersenDean will then begin the installation of solar energy systems on each of the completed structures. The Federal Government is expected to save substantially be using energy efficient roofs and solar power to provide electricity to the base.

The job is poised to start early 2011 and should be completed late fall 2011.

About PetersenDean

PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems serves a full range of residential and commercial projects.  Recently the company supported the redevelopment of Fort Ord, a military base in Monterey, Calif., where 3,000 homes where reconstructed to become more energy efficient.  Other substantial projects include NASA in Houston, the Orlando Magic’s new arena, San Francisco’s Pier 39, The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio Texas and Ponte Palmero, Cameron Park, Calif., all of which included energy-rated ‘cool roofs.

For more information visit www.petersendean.com

Contacts

R. Petersen:  rpetersen@petersendean.com

Newark Based PetersenDean Hosts First Annual Solar Power Day

Newark, California – Tuesday, November 9, 2010

              Jim Petersen - President/CEO                                                Solar Day Guests and Vendors

The First Annual Solar Power Day at the local company headquarters of PetersenDean, Inc. was appropriately ushered in by brilliant sunshine.  The event is the first of many to promote home builder education and awareness in solar energy, sustainable practices and materials, and to understand how they can be premier providers of clean energy new homes with little or no monthly energy costs through the use of solar energy.

 “This event is for you, the home builder, to see what is going on in our industry,” says the CEO of PetersenDean, Jim Petersen, “it is your chance to meet with our solar partners and ask questions, get information, and start thinking about how you can lead the way into the future of home building with pre-installed energy solutions like solar power”

Leasing solar has become increasingly popular and PetersenDean’s partnership with SunRun, the nation’s leading home solar power service company, makes a solar solution readily available to home builders.  “It was good to talk to all of the vendors and learn about what we can offer our new homebuyers in regards to a solar lease plan” said Dave Kay, Director of Architectural Design at Shea Homes.

“We want to drive solar power system costs way down so that it is affordable to every home builder to offer to home buyers” says Jim Petersen, “and making the information available to home builders is the first step.”

Among the 200+ guests was the Mayor of Newark, Dave Smith, local dignitaries from the Newark Chamber of Commerce and CEO’s from home builders such as Shea Homes, KB Home, DR Horton, Summerhill, Shapell, Braddock and Logan, Citation Homes and Pulte.  Vendor partners from the solar power industry included Kyocera Solar, Eagle Roofing and Solar, BP Solar, PVPowered, Fronius USA, Schneider Electric, Locus Electric, Schüco and SunRun.  To view a clip of Jim Petersen describing PetersenDean’s Annual Solar Day, click on the link below and select Solar Day.  http://www.petersendean.com/about/videos/our_videos.html  

Other green initiatives featured were the City of Newark’s Climate Action Plan and StopWaste.Org offering a wide range of free waste prevention and recycling services to businesses.  “The event had a great ‘grassroots’ feel that really struck a chord with everyone on PetersenDean’s meaningful commitment to solar excellence.”, commented Brett Deschamps, Corporate Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager for PetersenDean.

That suits Jim Petersen to a tee because, in his words, “these events should feel like a Farmer’s Market where home builders can get the newest, freshest ideas in sustainable, alternative energy available in the industry.”

About PetersenDean

PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems serves a full range of residential and commercial projects.  Recently the company supported the redevelopment of Fort Ord, a military base in Monterey, Calif., where 3,000 homes where reconstructed to become more energy efficient.  Other substantial projects include NASA in Houston, the Orlando Magic’s new arena, San Francisco’s Pier 39, The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio Texas and Ponte Palmero, Cameron Park, Calif., all of which included energy-rated ‘cool roofs

Learn more about PetersenDean http://petersendean.com/

Submitted by R Petersen at rpetersen@petersendean.com, 510-494-9982

Attorney General Jerry Brown visits PetersenDean in Newark, CA

Newark, CA   September 23, 2010

California Attorney General and democratic gubernatorial candidate Jerry Brown talked with CEO Jim Petersen of PetersenDean the largest privately owned roofing and solar company in the nation, toured the warehouse and greeted employees. Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jerry Brown held a news conference to discuss his opposition of California's Prop 23.

In the past two years, the company has created an average of ten new jobs every month, largely because of strong environmental policies, which have increased the popularity and affordability of solar power systems. In total, the company employs more than 1,900 workers in California, including a former NUMMI employee, and has partnered with local community colleges to train and employ students interested in green technology. Last year, the company was named America’s roofer of the year.

“My company is a prime example that California’s commitment to fighting global warming can create jobs and grow our economy,” said PetersenDean CEO Jim Petersen. “If PetersenDean and the solar industry are going to thrive in California, we need leaders who are committed to moving the state forward, not those who stand in the way of progress.”

Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland

Richmond American Homes - Arizona

August 3, 2010

Dear PetersenDean,

 I just wanted to send a very heartfelt “ THANK YOU “ to all of you for your hard work and dedication on the building of the models at Davis @ Verrado. Thanks to all of your efforts we are open for sales in this beautiful community and we are very positive that we will do well here. Please give a big thank you to all of your field superintendents for their commitment and being here late hours to make this happen. Once again “ Thank You “ for all that you do.   

Jeff Fulmer

Richmond American Homes - Superintendent

Solar included in new Yorba Linda luxury homes

BY KRISTINE GUERRA
July 27, 2010
YORBA LINDA

Luxury homes with solar panels that could save homeowners $50 to $100 in monthly electricity bills are being built in Yorba Linda.

Toll Brothers Inc., in partnership with SunRun Inc. and PetersenDean, is in the early stages of building the homes in Vista del Verde's The Preserve, a community of 90 houses priced from the upper $600,000s. This is the first time Toll Brothers, which builds projects nationwide, has included solar technology in its newhomes.

Instead of placing the solar panels on top of the roofs, they will be installed among roofing tiles of each new home for aesthetic purposes, Toll Brothers Project Manager Isaac Boyd said. Each solar module, made of 14 silicon solar cells, will replace approximately four roofing tiles, which they resemble.

"We do think this is an exciting new feature and a way to the future," Toll Brothers Regional President Jim Boyd said. "It really does offer the buyer an opportunity to save money and also support the green initiative in California."

Sarah Leech, solar project manager for PetersenDean, said more home builders the company works with are including integrated solar panels because of the aesthetic potential, but builders are also starting to see the benefits of rack-mounted panels, which have higher efficiency and higher rebates for homeowners.

SunRun, a San Francisco-based solar energy company that bought the solar panels going into The Preserve, will lease them to homeowners for $42 a month over a 20-year-period, totaling $10,080. Jim Boyd said home buyers won't have to pay for the panels to be installed. 

The cost of installing solar panels in an average home is between $20,000 and $25,000.

"This is a little different because you aren't making an upfront investment," Jim Boyd said. "Every month, you're making a payment, but you're also saving more than your payment in electricity cost. You don't have to put money out and wait for it to come back."

The monthly payment will cover maintenance costs, said Lesley Beatty, director of marketing for SunRun. She said the total amount is lower than what homeowners would otherwise pay in electricity bills for 20 years. Beatty said the solar systems in each house are expected to generate 2.5 kilowatts of power.

"If you translate this power into pounds of CO2 (carbon dioxide) saved, all 90 homes would save about 4 million pounds of CO2 over the 20 years of the agreement," she said. "This is equivalent to taking about 500 cars off the road."

When the contract expires, homeowners may choose from three options: buy the system at whatever the fair market value is in 20 years; renew the contract with SunRun; or have the panels removed, Beatty said. SunRun will receive a 30 percent federal tax credit for purchasing the solar panels. Fremont-based PetersenDean will install the solar panels during the last stage of construction, which began in May.

Jim Boyd said Toll Brothers is hoping to finish construction of all 90 homes in two or three years. The first model home is expected to be done in September. Sixteen have already been sold.

"What our buyers will find with this solar panel initiative is that winter months' energy bills are going to be very, very low," he said, adding that having solar panels would be more cost-effective for people who use air conditioning often during the summer.

A total of 124 homes in Yorba Linda have gone solar since 2007, according to data from the California Solar Initiative. SunRun ranked Yorba Linda third among Orange County cities based on the number of solar homes added from January to May 2010. Santa Ana and Huntington Beach ranked first and second, respectively.

PetersenDean Named "Trade of the Month" by T.W. Lewis

Phoenix, AZ  July 27, 2010

Congratulations PetersenDean! 

Your organization has been recognized by T.W. Lewis as our Trade of the Month. This is probably the fastest that any organization has earned this award from us. You are a great team and we appreciate your commitment to Quality and Service.

Keep up the great work!

Sincerely,

Patrick Adler,  LEED^® AP

Vice President, Purchasing, Acquisitions & Development

T.W. Lewis

PetersenDean Named Preferred Builder in Major Construction Projects Across The United States.

Newark, Ca: PetersenDean, the nation’s largest privately held builder of smarter roofs, solar energy systems and services, announced today winning a most preferred position in major construction projects across the United States.

PetersenDean: Building Valued Alliances

Recognizing the value of cultivating alliances, PetersenDean successfully develops relations with strategic partners in many States including Florida.  Hunt Construction Group, leader of the Marlin Stadium effort, chose PetersenDean as the “new builder of choice” in the Marlin Stadium project. Last December, Craig Dallas, PetersenDean’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing, met with Mike Fratiani, Executive Vice President and Robert Hunt's go-to-man. “Among other things, they discussed the mutual benefits of entering into a long term relationship” where PetersenDean would join Hunt in major projects across the United States. “Fratiani is impressed with PetersenDean’s overall reputation for quality and the positive feedback about the role they played in the Orlando Magic’s new arena, as well as PetersenDean’s long term financial stability and ability to support their workmanship in the years to come", states Dallas.

PetersenDean; a Good Choice

PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems, the nation's largest, privately owned roofing and solar company, is the only national roofer in Florida certified by the National Association of Home Builders Research Center. "Through hard work and perseverance, we have developed a proven customer satisfaction record, demonstrated green initiatives and enjoy the best safety record in the nation", states Jim Petersen, CEO of PetersenDean. In 2009, PetersenDean was voted Roofing Contractor of the Year for “taking the roofing industry to a new level” and in 2010; the University of South Florida awarded them the Sunshine State Safety Award. 

About PetersenDean 

PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems serves a full range of residential and commercial projects. Recently the company supported the redevelopment of Fort Ord, a military base in Monterey, Calif., where 3,000 homes where reconstructed to become more energy efficient. Other substantial projects include NASA in Houston, the Orlando Magic’s new arena, San Francisco’s Pier 39, The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio Texas and Ponte Palmero, Cameron Park, Calif., all of which included energy-rated ‘cool roofs For more information visit www.petersendean.com

R. Petersen is a director of PetersenDean and can be contacted at 510-284-7170 or email rpetersen@petersendean.com

Summing up the 2009 Educational Year with PetersenDean

PetersenDean’s involvement in education comes in various venues. “We are ready to be involved with the community either by volunteering PetersenDean personnel to lead a class and donate materials so students can practice hands-on (MVROP), creating real jobs for displaced employees and graduating students (WIA-OJT), donating computing equipment (MSJE), scholarships (NMHS), or just a bit of fun, concert tickets for teachers (TFT).” says PetersenDean CEO, Jim Petersen. 

MVROP, PetersenDean Provides Lectures and Jobs for Newark’s Mission Valley Regional Occupational Program

Newark, June 29, 2010.  As reported in MVROP’s Reflections Newsletter Spring 2010: “PetersenDean, Inc. has fully immersed itself as a Green Initiative Business Partner by working with MVROP to create appropriate curriculum for the Solar Education component of the Construction Technology Program. They also donated over 200 hours of industry instruction and expertise within the classroom over a thirteen-week period during the spring 2010 semester.  The instruction and training by various high-level PetersenDean, Inc. Directors, VP’s, and trainers has been a pivotal piece of this newly piloted part of the Construction Technology Program. After the success of this semester’s instruction and training, the Solar Education portion of the Construction Technology Program will be offered in the 2010-2011 school year.”

The Fremont MVROP Governing Council recognized PetersenDean on June 24, 2010 for their significant contribution of materials, personnel, for creating inspiration, and providing real jobs for up to 10 graduating students.

WIA-OJT Program Ohlone One Stop

Newark, May 4, 2010. An act of congress created the Workforce Investment Act program to provide Federal dollars to employers who hire those who have lost jobs due to a troubled economy. PetersenDean and Ohlone One Stop signed a Master Agreement to collaborate on May 4, 2010 and as a result, PetersenDean conducted over 20 interviews of displaced NUMMI employees, offering jobs to three candidates. The positions include CAD Drafter, Scheduling Project Manager, and Solar Sales Manager.  Jim Petersen, CEO of PetersenDean, feels that “viable, local companies have a responsibility to try and bring displaced employees into our businesses; to give someone displaced for no fault of their own a chance to transfer their skills in a new line of business. Federal dollars help employers like PetersenDean during the on-the-job training process; an incentive even if it doesn’t cover the cost of the whole process.” Interviews and employment opportunities will continue within PetersenDean Solar teams.

MSJE, Mission San Jose Elementary School

Fremont, November 2009. PetersenDean donated four Dell desktop computers and five flat panel monitors to Mission San Jose Elementary School computer lab when hearing of a need for updated computers. Says Jim Petersen, CEO of PetersenDean, I strongly believe in supporting local schools,  “it makes me feel good to know students race to use the newer machines because they are faster and modern looking and, according to students ‘make us feel good because they look brand new’.”  

NMHS, PetersenDean offers Two Scholarships to Newark Memorial High School

When approached to support graduating seniors, Jim Petersen, CEO of PetersenDean jumped to meet the challenge by offering two scholarships to graduating seniors. The first and second place winners receive a $1,000 and $500 prize, respectively.  Seven students entered the competition by writing a 2-page paper on the environment, recycling and green technology, and a one-page essay about themselves. In addition, students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher to compete for the scholarships. According to R. Petersen, evaluator, “trying to decide on the winners was one of the most difficult decisions I’ve had to make. These students really need the boost of a scholarship and have written great papers. I am grateful to Jim for offering this type of incentive to students struggling to make ends meet while trying to get an education”.

TFT, PetersenDean creates a Tickets For Teachers Program 

Newark, June 2010.  PetersenDean awarded concert tickets to two lucky teachers from Fremont Unified School District, Mission San Jose Elementary School. The teachers will attend a concert performed by The Bare Naked Ladies, part of the Wente Brothers Concert Series summer lineup. “Jim Petersen, CEO of PetersenDean, is a firm believer in demonstrating gratitude to teachers, especially in these tough times, and he is ready to put his money where his belief is. Jim steered the tickets, meant for PetersenDean valued customers, to the teachers and their partners who will enjoy premium seating, a sumptuous dinner, and Wente wines,” reports R. Petersen, Director of Educational Outreach for PetersenDean. “It was so nice to see the teacher’s smiles and to see how excited they were to receive their ticket packets.”

PetersenDean Set to Re-Construct Thousands of Storm Damaged Roofs in Oklahoma

June 9, 2010

Oklahoma City: PetersenDean, the nation’s largest privately held roofing and solar energy company, announced today that it plans to rebuild thousands of roofs in Oklahoma that were damaged as a result of recent storms there.

The state was recently ravaged by storms and winds so strong that entire roofs were blown off. The buildings affected were widespread and include homes, schools, shopping malls and other structures.

Early estimates have suggested that there may be as many as one-hundred thousand damaged roofs in the area where the storms passed through and the need to mobilize manpower, equipment and materials quickly is of the utmost importance.

“PetersenDean has serviced Oklahoma for years and with our manpower and financial strength we are able to respond very quickly to address the needs of  insurance companies as well as building owners”, said Jim Petersen of PetersenDean.

Petersen-Dean also designs and builds high quality solar energy systems and has put the infrastructure in place to offer solar energy in that part of the country as well.

Founded in 1984, Petersen-Dean is a national firm and has constructed over one-million new roofs and solar energy systems throughout the United States and was awarded “Contractor of the Year” in 2009 by Roofing Contractor Magazine. 

PetersenDean Offers Mentoring and Jobs for Students in Roofing and Solar Energy

June 1, 2010

Newark, CA   At a time when American students are experiencing the greatest cuts in educational history, the students of MVROP enjoy a rich and rewarding experience provided by a local, private sector business. PetersenDean, the nation’s largest privately held roofing and solar company is providing a free, custom-made lecture series with 2-3 subject matter experts and roofing/solar materials needed for hands-on practice by students. Says Jim Petersen, Founder of PetersenDean, “I know how valuable it is to a student learning the building trade to handle materials used in today’s industry and to be mentored by Subject Matter Experts in the proper handling and application of those materials, this is our way of helping schools provide the best experience for students”.

About the program

PetersenDean’s 13-week educational program covers Safety, Basic Roofing for Commercial and Residential buildings, Basic PV Solar including rails/racks, panel installation, inverters and Basic Solar Connect. Students handle state of the art product and practice installation techniques under the guidance of PetersenDean Subject Matter Experts. “Because PetersenDean is both a roofing and solar company, we are able to introduce the importance of protecting the integrity of a roof while installing solar panels. We demonstrate the entire process of roofing to solar installation. Through extensive lectures and hands-on experience, students know we demand quality in everything we do”, says Ron Vincent of the PetersenDean Lecture Team. The Lecture series is custom made to match the MVROP curriculum in Building Trades Construction Technology 1&2, a certificate program for high school and adult students.

PetersenDean Investment

PetersenDean’s donation of personnel and materials for three classes per lecture day is significant. “From a budget perspective, I believe this to be the biggest donation of human resources and roofing and solar product by a privately held company in the history of MVROP”, says Rosemary Petersen, Director of Educational Outreach for PetersenDean. 

Real Opportunities for Real Jobs

After completing the 2-year MVROP course and enhanced hands-on training, all graduates are job ready. In addition, immediately upon graduation, a select group of up to 10 students, 18 years and older, will begin on-the-job training in full time employment with PetersenDean.

Learn more about PetersenDean and Smarter Roofs at http://petersendean.com

Submitted by the Director of Educational Outreach: rpetersen@petersendean.com  510-284-7170

PetersenDean Announces Fund to Address Mid Size Solar Energy Projects 

Newark, Ca May 26, 2010 - PetersenDean the nation’s largest privately held roofing and solar energy company announced today that is has created a new fund to address small to mid sized solar energy projects.

The fund will primarily serve customers that tend to be overlooked by the larger Solar PPA providers, such projects would range from 50 to 500KW. “I am delighted to announce today that an entire community that has been overlooked and underserved in the past will now have a source they can rely on for low cost and high performing solar energy systems” said Jim Petersen, Founder of PetersenDean.

PetersenDean has built its “Best in Class” reputation by building high performing and long lasting smarter roofs and solar energy systems.

PetersenDean was founded in 1984 and has built over one-million new roofs and solar energy systems. PetersenDean operates in over seven states and was named contractor of the year in 2009. PetersenDean can be found at www.smarterroof.com

PetersenDean launches training initiative in Miami for building safer roofs in Haiti  

Petersen Dean Roofing and Solar Systems, Inc. teams up with Innovation Milestones 4 Life (im4Life) to train Haitian Americans in the roofing trade, January 28, 2010 Miami, FL (PRWEB)

January 25, 2010 – during this slow economy for many, Petersen Dean sees there is work to be done in the Haitian community.  “We want to make a difference that is lasting for the Haitian community,” states Dave Wikel, Vice-President of Petersen Dean “and what better way than by creating trained roofers through the H.A.I.T.I. project.”  The Haitian American Impact Training Initiative (HAITI) project will partner with a local church in the Miami Haitian community in providing 40-hours (plus) in an education and training program designed to teach the roofing trade.  Petersen Dean will provide all the instruction to pre-qualified trainees.  The program will be administered by Dr. Joshua Kirven who created the im4Life program. 

“The HAITI project offers an excellent opportunity to show immediate community impact and improve morale during this difficult time,” says Kirven.

For the next several years the country of Haiti will need help to rebuild its infrastructure from the ground up. Roofing is just one part of it.  U.S. contractors can play a key role in rebuilding a stronger Haiti by providing their expertise in training Haitian Americans to go back to their native country and make a difference. Yvel Paul, a native Haitian minister, who lost many family and friends in Port-au-Prince, proclaims “the HAITI project will give us the basic tools to find work in the states but most of all train my fellow Haitians on how to rebuild our home, even better.”   Petersen Dean is the first contractor to step up but definitely won’t be the last as Haiti builds a stronger, safer nation. For more information, Please contact Joshua Kirven at 321-278-8445 or email kirvphd@kirvgroup.com

PetersenDean Recognized by USF SafetyFlorida

Congratulations! PetersenDean has been recognized by USF SafetyFlorida for your efforts in implementing and maintaining an effective injury and illness prevention program/process as documented during our consultation visit on January 12, 2010.

USF SafetyFlorida developed the SUNSHINE STATE SAFETY RECOGNITION AWARD to motivate and support employers who proactively work with their employees and USF SafetyFlorida. During our consultative visit to your site, your managers and employees demonstrated a commitment to continuously improve the effectiveness of your company’s workplace safety and health management system.

This commitment to workplace safety and health is being commended by USF SafetyFlorida. Thank you for setting high standards as you continue to participate in the occupational safety and health of your workplace.

Sincerely,

Charlene Vespi, MS.Ed., CWCP

PetersenDean and Fronius Expand Partnership

Newark, CA – February 23, 2010 – PetersenDean, the nation’s largest, privately-owned roofing and solar energy company, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Fronius USA, LLC to support, distribute and market Fronius as their preferred residential and small commercial grid connected PV inverter for 2010. After evaluating a number of different inverter companies, Fronius was selected on the basis of its technology, range of products, ease of installation, and value.  “With Fronius, we are offering a best-in-class inverter to improve our operational efficiencies and deliver greater value to end-users,” explains Jim Petersen, Chief Executive Officer of PetersenDean.   “We have been a supply partner to PetersenDean for many years,” states Gord Petroski, Director, Fronius USA, Solar Electronics Division.  “We are very pleased to expand our relationship to support their needs as they continue to grow their solar business.”   About Fronius Fronius International GmbH is a world market leader in energy conversion technologies. Headquartered in Wels, Austria, the US subsidiary, Fronius USA, LLC is located in Brighton, Michigan.  Fronius has over 60 years of experience and employs over 2800 globally. Fronius was founded in 1945 and has developed a revolutionary inverter concept that is used for both grid-tied as well as European stand-alone solar systems. Fronius takes pride in providing world class customer service and has over 350,000 Fronius solar inverters installed worldwide. Fronius Solar Electronics Division is supported through an international network of sales partners. 

New Solar Leasing Program to Deliver Fixed Prices and Green Energy to California Homeowners

PetersenDean, the nation’s largest, privately-owned roofing and solar company, has announced an exclusive partnership with SunRun, the nation's leading provider of residential solar financing, on a ground-breaking leasing program that enables Californians to purchase a new solar home at the price of a standard home, locking in low, fixed price electricity bills for 20 years.   

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