Pythagoras Solar Expands Leadership Team to Support Growing Demand for Its Solar Window Technology
Fenestration Industry Expert to Help the Company Expand Sales in the Quest for Energy Efficient Buildings
SAN MATEO, Calif., June 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Pythagoras Solar, provider of Photovoltaic Glass Unit (PVGU), the industry's first solar window to simultaneously deliver energy efficiency, high power density and transparency, has expanded its advisory board to support increased interest generated from successful pilots and first commercial projects. Richard Voreis, Chief Executive Officer of Consulting Collaborative, a nationwide management consulting firm specializing in construction and buildings brings more than three decades of experience working with industry-leading architects, contractors, engineers, trade associations and building product manufacturers. Mr. Voreis will help expand company sales into the growing BIPV market, which is expected to reach $5B in 2015.
"Pythagoras Solar created an exception to the commodity photovoltaic offerings with the first photovoltaic solar device that replaces conventional building materials, changes the energy equation and enables the creation of building designs with highly appealing aesthetics," said Richard Voreis, CEO, Consulting Collaborative. "I believe Pythagoras Solar is poised to take a leadership position in this market."
"Richard Voreis' experience in the U.S. fenestration industry compliments the technology we are bringing to market," said Udi Paret, VP Marketing and Business Development, Pythagoras Solar. "With commercial installations underway and a growing project pipeline, we are excited about his commitment to increasing our success in the global marketplace."
Mr. Voreis joins Pamela Samuels, Principal at TRIO Partners LLC and President of Corridor Holdings Corporation and Rob Watson, Chairman, CEO and CTO of EcoTech International. The advisory board contributes their collective expertise to Pythagoras Solar's executive team, focusing on critical business strategy and bringing Pythagoras' innovative technology to the global construction market.
About Pythagoras Solar
Founded in 2007, Pythagoras Solar is uniquely positioned at the intersection of energy efficient building materials and photovoltaics. The company provides building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products that enable the architecture, engineering and construction sectors to design buildings with increased energy efficiency, renewable power generation and appealing aesthetics, thereby increasing real estate value. Pythagoras Solar will advance distributed power generation, help achieve Net Zero Energy Buildings and have a lasting impact on green building and urban planning. Pythagoras Solar is a privately held company with operations in the United States, Israel and China. More information: www.pythagoras-solar.com
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