The Solar Energy Council is Expanding to Orange County, CA (SEC-OC)

The Solar Energy Council (SEC) of the Inland Empire is expanding its reach to include a branch in Orange County, CA. The mission of the Solar Energy Council of Orange County (SEC-OC) is to promote the use of solar through advocacy, education and community outreach. The Council addresses concerns about the growth of the solar industry and fosters business to business relationships. In addition, the Council will advocate legislation on solar initiatives and serve as a clearing house on vital information to the industry.

Heading up this initiative is a diverse group of companies and individuals representing a broad spectrum of expertise in solar: DJH Construction, Inc., Eco-Hut Academy LLC, Altec Resources, Keyshot and Golden West College. Their leadership will play a pivotal role in advancing the Council’s solar message within the Orange County community. The Solar Energy Council (SEC-OC) is pleased to announce the election of new officers for 2009–2010:

• Jon Dugal- Executive Director.
• Rob Srinivas of Eco-Hut Academy – Board of Director Solar Energy Council/ Steering Committee Chair/Marketing Committee Co-Chair.
• Don Harris of DJH Construction, Inc. – Board of Director Solar Energy Council/ Steering Committee Co-Chair/ SEC-OC branch Treasurer/ Education Committee.
• Tom Hersh and Marius Cucurny of Golden West College –Education Committee SEC-OC branch.
• Essie Jourabchian, Electrical Contractor – SEC-OC branch Secretary.
• JC Chericky of Altec Resources –Membership Committee
• Juan Benavides of Keshot – Marketing Committee

The SEC-OC is open to all supporters of solar energy in Orange County and beyond. Membership is open and encouraged by those serving all aspects of the solar industry. Visit our website at www.solarenergycouncil.org for more information.

DJH Construction, Inc. Completes the Installation of a 6.44kW Solar System Incorporating a Direct Monitoring System

Another California homeowner in San Clemente goes green with solar. DJH Construction, Inc. recently completed a 6.44 kW DC/5.434 kW AC installation at the residence of John Franks. The estimated annual production is expected to be about 9,750 kWh. The solar system ties together a total of 28 Sharp 230W solar panels and will reduce an estimated 167 tons of CO2 emissions over the next 25 years.


The Franks home is the first to go solar in this mobile homes community and incorporate a direct monitoring system. ShoreCliffs Mobile HOA manages the mobile parks community and sub-meters out a monthly utility invoice to each of its residents. By installing the direct monitoring system the Franks will receive a monthly utility credit in direct proportion to the energy production of their solar system. Through the implementation of this direct monitoring system, our homeowner will not only be able to retrieve data on production but also consumption habits. The monitoring system helps homeowners increase their awareness of electricity use and encourage more energy efficient behavior. The data recorded allows users to view historical data for seasonal or other comparisons and access live system data in real-time through the web or web-enabled mobile devices. In addition to this, the system performance is monitored and automatic maintenance alerts are generated when the system is not functioning optimally.