In conjunction with Roux Electric, Scudder Roofing Sun Energy Systems® focuses on providing comprehensive solar roofing installation solutions to homeowners and business owners. "With our 25 years in the roofing industry, existing relationships and extensive experience with both residential and commercial work, Scudder Roofing is in a unique position to provide solar roofing installations to a growing west coast market searching for alternative energy sources," said company president, Peter H. Scudder. "Our future depends on changing the way we use energy, and the potential for solar technology married to roofing technology is extraordinary."

"The sun is one of the key energy sources for our future. And our mission with Scudder Roofing Sun Energy Systems® is to act as a catalyst for our community to move towards green living -- not because it's hot button topic in 2007, but as a way of life that will protect our future and our childrens' futures. Solar is no longer an if, but a when..."

In countries like Germany, Austria and Switzerland, Solar roofing is more common than not. It's quite unusual for a home or business not to have incorporated solar technology into their design construction. While the U.S. is behind the majority of European markets, California -- in particular -- has seen the demand for solar energy increase at lightening speed in the past two years. In fact, more than 85% of all solar installations happen in the Golden state. Since 1990, solar power costs have dropped by more than 50%, and when you include that with the tax rebates, lower costs, more widespread availability and the fact that solar is a critical topic in our increasingly green world, Solar energy makes sense. Moreover, it can often pay for its initial investment within 5-9 years. That's investment, not expense.