The Solar Trade Association (STA), which is a company limited by guarantee, was formed in 1978 to serve as a focal point for organisations with business interests in the Solar Thermal Energy industry.
It aims to
influence opinion, and
facilitate the widespread acceptance of solar energy technology and provide information to our members on a regular basis concerning national and international standards, public enquiries, new legislation and advances in technology.
In addition, the Association
participates in standards committees and has a regular dialogue with Government Departments;
serves as an enquiry centre for the public, industry and governmental bodies;
provides information to enhance the general understanding of the advantages derived from solar thermal energy systems.
Members are bound by a strict Code of Ethical Practice - backed up by a strict disciplinary procedure.
Members are promoted as the best choice for solar thermal equipment and services and it is hoped that they will enjoy, not only a financial gain in joining, but a sense of co-operation with others involved in the implementation of solutions to global warming and resource depletion.
THE BENEFITS FOR MEMBERS INCLUDE:
Increased Customer Confidence resulting from
membership of an Association with standards
a much publicised Code of Ethical Practice
Promotion and Publicity through, for example:
inclusion on the widely distributed List of Members
inclusion on the Association's website - which is linked to that of the National Energy Foundation
widely distributed printed literature
exhibiting on the Association's stand at major exhibitions
Referrals from the enquiry service
Use of the Association's logo
Keeping up to date through, for example
monthly e-newsletters
frequent mailings from the Secretariat which include
market information
information from the BERR (formerly DTI) and other organisations
updates on technical standards, government initiatives and equipment providers
Networking with the industry in the UK, Europe and beyond
Invitation to trade events, and discounted entry fees etc where applicable
To request an STA Membership Application Booklet please contact Carol Price on 01908 442290 or e-mail theresa@solar-trade.org.uk.
STA MEMBERSHIP
Interested in joining the STA?
For information on membership benefits and to request an application booklet please click here.