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Solar energy kiosks arrive at SBC Park

June 7, 2005

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Sharp Electronics Corp. and the San Francisco Giants Baseball Club have partnered to promote solar power as an energy alternative. As part of this sponsorship, Sharp has launched a radio promotion that encourages fans to generate their own power using a solar energy system, and has installed a Sharp solar electric system and multimedia kiosk at SBC Park.

According to a news release, Sharp is participating in a radio promotion on the Giants' flagship radio station, KNBR 680/1050 AM, that will air through the end of July. The 30-second spots encourage consumers to take advantage of California's rebates and tax credits to install a solar electric system on their homes and urge listeners to call Sharp for a solar evaluation. Sharp will also participate in a solar energy system giveaway through KNBR's Ultimate Home Makeover program, offering a $5,000 gift certificate toward the purchase of a system.

In addition to the radio promotions, Sharp has installed a 4.5-kilowatt solar energy system on the roof adjacent to the Giants' offices at SBC Park that transfers energy directly into the ballpark's electrical grid. The system consists of 27 167-watt Sharp solar modules and is typical of the type of system used on a standard California residence.

The solar system's electrical output is monitored by a multimedia kiosk located in the left-field concourse. Utilizing a touchscreen display, fans can access real-time information and live performance data about the system and learn about solar energy and its benefits, as well as request additional information about solar from Sharp.