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STA's Ray Noble champions solar at Clean Energy Ministerial

Solar Trade Association

Press Release

Immediate Release

26^th April 2012

STA's Ray Noble champions solar at Clean Energy Ministerial

STA's [1] PV Specialist Ray Noble joined the world's leading lights in solar at the Clean Energy Ministerial in London yesterday, representing the UK industry

A high level discussion took place yesterday afternoon with solar and broader energy interests from around the world.  On the table was how to move this dynamic industry forwards. Discussions were under Chatham House rules, however Ray Noble found the discussions "very positive".

Ray Noble said:

"The STA has worked tirelessly to get the UK Government to appreciate solar has a major role to play in our energy future. We have consistently argued for high ambition for this technology. The discussions yesterday show that the important role of solar is recognised internationally, and that includes by the British Government. After the struggle we've had to secure recognition for this sector, it was a very uplifting event. Solar has arrived."

ENDS

For further information or to request an interview, please contact:

            STA Press Office: +44 (0)2079 810 856

Name: Leonie Greene

Title: Head of External Affairs, STA

Tel: +44 (0)7932 720 091

Notes to Editors

1. The STA <www.solar-trade.org.uk> represents around 450 companies working in solar thermal and solar power making it the largest association for solar in the UK. Since 2011 the STA has been affiliated to the Renewable Energy Association <www.r-e-a.net>.

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