WHAT IS THE FUTURE?
Solar is the Answer
Photography by Rob Harris
Entrepreneur Bill Edwards has surrounded himself with experts
in the field of solar energy in his new Solar Sun venture.
One of the fastest growing industries in Florida
is solar power. Last year alone the state of
Florida was a leader in the country in the
production of sun-powered mega watts.
This should surprise no one due to our natural supply
of sunshine. Homeowners and business owners are
quickly being attracted to solar because of the various
tax incentives related to it and the greatly reduced power
bills. A solar installation is also proving to be one of
the best investments with regard to the market value
of homes and buildings, as everyone wants to be able
to benefit from this readily available natural resource.
That is why Bill Edwards, the local business legend of
St. Petersburg, who has done so much for the city from
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the Mahaffey Theater to the Sundial, has assembled a
team of experts in energy to form a new company, Solar
Sun. Since 1994, this group has focused on hydrocarbon
and alternative energy and has been involved in over 200
solar facilities. Their new venture with Bill’s guidance
is bringing the latest technology to our area, so watch
for the colorful yellow, blue and green logos on their
installation trucks, as they bring renewable solar energy
to Tampa Bay. 9
EDITOR’S NOTE: Solar Sun is located at 6090 Central
Ave. in St. Petersburg. For more information or to arrange a
free estimate for your home or business, call (727) 888-6000.