$5.48

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5/9/2008 4:00 PM

AKEENA SOLAR INC (AKNS)

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The Company is a designer and integrator of solar power systems. It markets, sells, designs and installs systems for residential and small commercial customers, sourcing components, such as solar modules and inverters from manufacturers.

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AKEENA SOLAR INC At A Glance

Current Price:	$5.48
Last Trade Time:	5/9/2008 4:00 PM
Open:	$5.43
Previous Close:	$5.35
Daily Range:	$5.37 - $5.60
52-Week Range:	$3.00 - $16.80
Volume:	1,013,251
Market Cap:	$150.21M
P/E Ratio:	0.00
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Avatar familyfund1 (< 20) Submitted: 12/30/07 12:17 PM

This portfolio tracks all solar stocks, as well as wind, water, etc. As you may know, I don't think there is an end to the growth of solar. It will be the biggest thing since electricity. I predict the market to expand by 20,000% in 10-20 years.

Founded in 2001, this small company has grown to sev...More

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This portfolio tracks all solar stocks, as well as wind, water, etc. As you may know, I don't think there is an end to the growth of solar. It will be the biggest thing since electricity. I predict the market to expand by 20,000% in 10-20 years.

Founded in 2001, this small company has grown to seven? offices in California. If you don't already know Cali has a goal of 1million solar roofs by 2018, http://gov.ca.gov/index.php/press-release/3588/ . Being a marketer/installer lets AKNS win no matter who is making the best tech. They are about to blow up in 2008/2009?

Akeena Solar, Inc. AKNS, a leading designer and installer of solar power systems, opened a new office in Palm Springs today, bringing a local solar energy option to the Coachella Valley's alternative energy-hungry consumers.

Akeena's Palm Springs office marks the solar innovator's seventh site in California, as the company continues to expand and invest in the state to meet the rapidly growing demand for solar power from both residential and commercial customers. Akeena recently launched a solar panel called Andalay which incorporates higher efficiency, increased reliability and innovative design.

California continues to be the largest solar power market in the United States, much in part due to the California Solar Initiative, which makes solar power systems an attractive option for commercial and residential buildings. In addition to Palm Springs, Akeena has offices in Los Gatos, Santa Rosa, Lake Forest, Fresno, Bakersfield and Manteca.

On a national level, support for solar power continues to grow as Americans become more concerned about their sources of energy and of environmentally friendly alternatives. With the right support, solar energy - America's most abundant renewable resource - is poised to provide an estimated 50 percent of all new electricity in the US within eight years.

Is this post worth recommending? (sure, I want my charm). I used to forget to rec the good posts, but I am in the habit now.

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6 AKEENA SOLAR INC (AKNS)

Avatar abitarecatania (96.94) Submitted: 2/21/08 4:53 PM

I am just here for CAP points and this will be the place to get them.

Ow, yeah I forgot to tell you:
1. Solar is stupid it will fail like it did in the 70s. It is as practical as using corn to fuel your gas guzzling SUV.
2. Global warming is about carbon trading exchange. The dumbest political "fea...More

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Recs 0 (AKNS) eymsopor (48.03) Submitted: 5/09/08 2:03 PM : Start Price: $5.49 AKNS Score: -0.18 Solar Power is becoming an increasing commodity. This company is one to watch and should grow at a beter than average rate. Report this Post Replies: 0 \| Reply \| Permalink Oops! There appears to be a problem with your comment. Check to see if there's something you left out. Recs 0 (AKNS) jmofield (79.30) Submitted: 5/08/08 10:20 PM : Start Price: $5.51 AKNS Score: -0.43 This stock was selected based upon one of the stock screening criteria that I have developed using the Vector Vest software. All of the stock selctions that are included in my portfolio are from several different screening criteria using Vector Vest. These screening criteria search for stocks to invest for both both long and short positions. This short stock trade was selected because it is trading above its 40 day moving average, 115 day moving average, and 200 day moving average. My target price is for it to trade back to $4. I reviewed other stocks in this industry sector and have current stock selections to include both long and short positions. In reviewing this information, please remember this post just reflects my opinion and should not be used for anything other than for entertainment purposes relating to MSN's contest. You should use your own judgement and seek appropriate advice for any investments. Report this Post Replies: 0 \| Reply \| Permalink Oops! There appears to be a problem with your comment. Check to see if there's something you left out. Recs 0 (AKNS) imobillc (69.32) Submitted: 5/02/08 10:25 AM : Start Price: $6.14 AKNS Score: -9.10 Akeena Solar, Inc., incorporated on February 23, 2001, is a designer, integrator and installer of solar power systems. The Company markets, sells, designs and installs systems for residential and commercial customers, sourcing components (such as solar panels and inverters) from manufacturers such as Fronius, Kyocera, Sharp, SunPower and Suntech. The Company is active in the solar power industry as a designer and installer. The Company serves customers in California, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Connecticut. On August 11, 2006, the Company consummated a reverse merger (the Merger) with a privately-held company called Akeena Solar, Inc. (Akeena-Private), pursuant to which the privately-held company, renamed Akeena Corp., became a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company and renamed it to Akeena Solar, Inc. Solar Power System Design and Installation The Company provides marketing, sales, design, construction, installation, maintenance, support and related solar power system services to residential and small commercial customers in the United States. It provides its customers with a single point of contact for their system design, engineering work, building permit, rebate approval, utility hookup and subsequent maintenance. The Company uses its own crews or contractors, and performs engineering and design work with in-house staff and outside engineering firms. It concentrates on solar power systems. Andalay Solar Panel Technology The Company has introduced a new plug and play solar panel technology. Andalay mounts closer to the roof with less space in between panels. Andalay is generally applicable to all framed rooftop solar cell technologies, including silicon, amorphous, thin film and concentrators. The Company competes with SPG, ReGrid, Borrego, Solarcity, Trinity Heating and Air, NJ Solar Power, The Solar Center, Energy Enterprises, 1st Light Energy, GeoGenix, SunFarm, Advanced Solar Products, REC Solar, Suntechnics and PowerLight. Report this Post Replies: 0 \| Reply \| Permalink Oops! There appears to be a problem with your comment. Check to see if there's something you left out. Recs 0 (AKNS) badmanner (94.25) Submitted: 5/01/08 11:04 AM : Start Price: $6.11 AKNS Score: 10.01 dolar strength/oil fall so does alternative energy Report this Post Replies: 0 \| Reply \| Permalink Oops! There appears to be a problem with your comment. Check to see if there's something you left out. Recs 0 (AKNS) wildeagain (92.84) Submitted: 4/23/08 11:05 PM : Start Price: $6.65 AKNS Score: -18.94 Missed the run from 4 to 8 recently, but I am in for the run from 6.65 to 30 after this pullback. Solar is already huge in Europe. The Chinese companies are enjoying the Europeans love of solar, especially Spain's love of Yingli. Now for those who don't like China for whatever ridiculous reasons they can think of, this is a play for America loving investors. Americans are going to absolutely pour money into this one day soon. Their Andalay product is world renowed. STP has decided its the world's best in fact and they are in bed together. A good mate indeed. AKNS went to 16 around the time of their partnership. It's gonna return there and then blow threw it. Report this Post Replies: 0 \| Reply \| Permalink Oops! There appears to be a problem with your comment. Check to see if there's something you left out.
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AKNS Score: 103.27

The solar industry is on the cusp of a revolution, and 2008 will likely be seen as the beginning. As a solar power installer, Akeena Solar is in an excellent position to benefit from this revolution long term; just don't get too exuberant before profits actually arrive.