Sherman, Texas- Sun City Solar Energy announced their expansion into North Texas, a move that will help North Texas take full advantage of opportunities in the highly viable solar marketplace. Ricardo Ayala, a senior engineer with Texas Instruments, and Richard Ayala, with 5 years in loans and auto sales, and Chris Mitchell, with fourteen years in retail management will operate the showroom dealership. Their grand opening included a 30 minute educational solar energy seminar, refreshments and networking

“Over the past 16 months we have developed a business model for Sun City Solar and have made significant progress in implementing our model in Oklahoma and Arkansas, despite the challenging economic environment, stated Pamela Speraw, Director of Business Development for Sun City Solar. Speraw added that she is pleased to welcome Ricardo, Chris and Richard to Sun City Solar as they embark on their next phase of growth.

The Sherman Texas office is the fourth location for Sun City Solar. Ricardo Ayala conducted extensive research regarding options for renewable energy. “I believe Sun City Solar is committed to their customers and will establish us as a leading provider of highly integrated solar solutions, “said Mr. Ayala.”I look forward to delivering energy independence to North Texas, providing optimum value to our customers, and improving our community.”

About Ricardo Ayala – Over the past 32 years, Mr. Ayala held several positions with Texas Instruments. The past nine years he served as a senior product engineer developing new products and patents.

About Chris Mitchell – For 14 years, Chris Mitchell has served as assistant store manager for two large firms, concentrating on customer service. Mr. Mitchell is also involved in many social and civic activities in North Texas.

About Richard M Ayala – Richard M Ayala obtained a BBA degree with a double major in financial and economic from Texas Tech in 2004. After his graduation, he went to work for Wells Fargo financial as a credit manager. After two years with Wells Fargo, he took a new position as an internet sales manager with Classic Pontiac, Buick and GMAC of Carrollton.

About Sun City Solar Energy - Sun City Solar Energy designs, distributes and installs cutting edge solar energy technologies and equipment in Oklahoma, Arkansas and Texas. Sun City intends to capitalize on its 25 years of residential and institutional knowledge of solar energy to improve the standard of living and quality of life for those who live and work in the region. For more information please visit www.SunCityEnergy.com .

The public can view Solar Energy Installations in Tulsa and NW Arkansas during the 2008 National Solar Tour. For home and business owners interested in solar technology, the 13^th Annual National Solar Tour on October 4^th in Tulsa and October 11th in Bentonville, Arkansas will provide the opportunity to see commercial and residential solar energy projects across several  area counties.

The nonprofit American Solar Energy Society (ASES) is bringing together more than 5,000 homeowners, public agencies and business people across the U.S. to introduce tens of thousands of citizens to money-saving solar technologies, the largest grassroots solar event in the history of the U.S.

The National Solar Tour includes a brief educational seminar and guided tours.

The ASES National Solar Tour features real-life examples of how folks are using the latest solar technologies to 1) reduce monthly energy bills, 2) reduce harmful carbon emissions, 3) enjoy tax credits, and 4) increase property value.

“Runaway energy costs is the economic issue Americans believe most personally affects them,” said Neal Lurie, Director of Marketing for ASES.

The nationwide tours are slated for October 4^th . This event is open to the public. Details on the specific dates and times of tours across the nation are at: www.NationalSolarTour.org .

What: ASES National Solar Tour

When: Tulsa, October 4^th , 10:00 a.m., Arkansas, October 11th.

Where: Tulsa tour starts at: Sun City Solar, 6709 E. 81^st Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma,

Arkansas Tour starts at: NW Community College, Shewmaker Center, Bentonville, Arkansas

Price: Free

ROGERS, ARKANSAS –Charlton Development Company (Real Estate Owners) and Rhett and Tanya Gardner (World Gym Operators) are honored to be associated with the first commercial solar pool heating system in NW Arkansas. “We want to thank Sun City Solar Energy for deploying solar technology on our new facility”. “Buying green power was a small part of our construction costs and will pay for itself many times over,” stated Mike Charlton.

The Garners are also looking forward to reduced energy costs, as they are familiar with the high costs of utilities on their three other World Gyms in the area.

The Charlton’s believe solar energy is the way of the future. That is why they contacted Sun City Solar Energy to design and install solar hot water and solar pool heating on their World Gym development. “We are proud to do our part towards renewable energy and encourage other businesses to do the same,” said John Charlton, president of Charlton Development. Charlton plans to incorporate solar energy in future development projects as well.

Both residential and commercial customers can benefit from solar and help move our country toward energy independence. The Charlton’s understand the significance of energy and how important it is for America to invest in alternative sources. The Federal Tax Rebate of 30% plus the 5-year accelerated depreciation was another reason the company invested in solar.

The Commercial Solar Hot Water System will provide approximately 55% of the hot water needs for the gym’s showers and laundry. Both solar applications will eliminate approximately 40 tons of carbon emissions per year from the environment. The solar applications include twenty one solar pool panels and twelve hot water collectors.