NEWS
Gregory Owens, Jr. Elected to Vu1's Board Of Directors
Seattle, WA – July 27, 2010 - Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC), a developer and manufacturer of mercury-free, energy-efficient, general illumination lighting technology, today announced that Gregory Owens, Jr., 31, has been elected to its Board of Directors.
Vu1 Announces Allowance of First U.S. Patent for its Unique ESL™ Lighting Technology
Seattle, WA – July 15, 2010 - Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC), a developer and manufacturer of mercury-free, energy-efficient, general illumination lighting technology, today announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued a Notice of Allowance for a patent application for its ESL™ lighting technology. U.S. Patent Application Serial No.: 11/969,840 is for the system and apparatus for cathodoluminescent lighting, relating to the method of operation to create light via phosphor and a cathode, a key component of Vu1’s unique Electron Stimulated Luminescence (ESL™) clean, energy efficient lighting technology.
July 14, 2010 Click here to listen to Vu1’s senior management team discuss progress in the development of the Company’s manufacturing capabilities and the status of UL certification of its new ESL™ lighting technology.
Vu1 Announces New Executive Management and Board Roles; Vp Manufacturing Philip Styles Promoted to Chief Operating Officer; Director Duncan Troy Assumes Chairman Role
Seattle, WA – July 7, 2010 - Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC), a developer and manufacturer of mercury-free, energy-efficient, general illumination lighting technology, today announced that Philip G. Styles, the Company’s Vice President of Manufacturing and a Director of the Company’s manufacturing subsidiary, Sendio s.r.o., has been promoted to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Styles has also been elected to the Company’s Board of Directors.
Vu1 Receives Preliminary Order For Its Next Generation Energy Efficient Environmentally Friendly Lighting Technology
Seattle, WA – July 1, 2010 - Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC), a developer and manufacturer of mercury-free, energy-efficient, general illumination lighting technology, today announced that one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading electrical distribution companies, has placed a preliminary order for Vu1’s R30 Electron Stimulated Luminescence™ (ESL™) reflector energy-efficient light bulbs.
Vu1 Corporation Announces Plans for 2010
Seattle, WA -May 20, 2010 - Vu1, a provider of non-toxic, energy efficient general illumination light technology, today reported its product status and plans for the remainder of 2010.
Vu1 Releases Updated Video of ESL™ Lighting Technology
Seattle, WA - January 28, 2010 - Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC) shows the company’s Electron Stimulated Luminescence™ (ESL™) lighting technology operating in prototypes of various bulb shapes including the classic A-type (a typical lamp bulb) and also in reflector bulb shapes used in the European Union. Progress is being made in creating an ESL replacement product for the typical fluorescent tube. The video update is now available for public viewing at: http://www.vu1.com/ESLupdate.
Vu1 Releases Updated Video of ESL™ Lighting Technology
December 7, 2009 SEATTLE – Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC) today posted an updated documentary in which the company’s Electron Stimulated Luminescence™ (ESL™) lighting technology is shown in a self-contained model of a screw-in bulb for the first time. The three minute video features an updated demonstration of ESL with all the electronics contained inside the light bulb which screws into any standard Edisonian style light socket. This demonstration is an important milestone as the company continues down the path to commercialize its first application of ESL, a fully functional replacement for existing “R-30” reflector bulbs. The video update is now available for public viewing at: http://www.vu1.com/ESLupdate.
Vu1 Announces First Public Demonstration of ESL™ Lighting Technology
SEATTLE, September 14, 2009 - Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC) today posted a documentary which for the first time publicly demonstrates the company’s Electron Stimulated Luminescence™ (ESL™) lighting technology. The eight minute video, which features a demonstration of ESL, side by side feature comparison with CFLs and LEDs, and interviews with lighting and energy industry experts, is now available for public viewing at: www.vu1.com/ESLupdate.
Vu1 Announces Debt Financing, CEO Transition
SEATTLE, June 9, 2009 - Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC), announced today that it has signed a non-binding term sheet for secured convertible debt financing with Full Spectrum Capital, LLC (Full Spectrum) and has received payment of an initial $500,000. The total amount of this debt financing will be determined by Full Spectrum, up to $7 million. Should Full Spectrum provide $3 million in financing, it may elect to fund a second round of debt financing to follow, in an amount determined by Full Spectrum, up to $15 million. Full Spectrum is a newly formed LLC that is managed by R. Gale Sellers, Vu1's Founder and President.
The Promise of a Better Light Bulb?
April 9, 2009
The pending extinction of traditional incandescent bulbs in the United States and abroad has created an enormous market opportunity for energy-efficient lighting technologies. The current shortcomings of compact fluorescent lights and pricey LED bulbs show that future dominance of the American socket is still very much up for grabs.
Vu1 (that is, “view one”), a company based in Seattle, thinks it has a shot.
Designing Through a Depression
April 8, 2009
"... Designers can work to improve on existing necessities as well as future ones: why, for example, can’t toothbrushes be designed to last longer? When will we see a lamp that casts a truly flattering glow from compact fluorescents ? (Vu1 is just about there, having created an electron stimulated lightbulb that is as efficient as a CFL but is mercury-free.)..."
Vu1 Retains Lighting Industry Expert
SEATTLE, March 9, 2009 - Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC), announced today that it has entered into an agreement with lighting consulting group Integrated Sales Solutions (ISS), whose industry experts bring over 50 years of combined lighting industry experience to assist Vu1 with its preparation for future commercialization of its energy-efficient, mercury free light bulbs.
Former Managing Director of the Russell 2000 Index Family Named Vu1’s Chief Executive Officer
SEATTLE, January 13, 2009 – (OTCBB: VUOC) announced today the appointment of David T. Grieger as the company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Grieger becomes the company’s CEO after more than 20 years of management and executive experience with Russell Investments. Grieger’s appointment as CEO provides the company a proven, visionary leader - a critical step for Vu1 to bring its mercury-free, energy-efficient lighting technology to market in 2009.
Vu1 Corporation Completes $5 Million Financing to Further Development of Energy Efficient, Mercury-Free Light Bulb
SEATTLE, December 10, 2008 – Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC) announced today that between August 27 and November 15, 2008 it completed a round of funding with gross proceeds of $5 million. These proceeds enable the company to continue the late stage phases of development on its Electron Stimulated Luminescence™ ESL™ technology, which will serve as the baseline for a new, full-featured, energy efficient light bulb that does not contain mercury.
Vu1 Becomes California Lighting Technology Center Affiliate
SEATTLE, September 30, 2008 – Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC) announced today that is has become an affiliate member of the California Lighting Technology Center (CLTC), an independent organization that promotes collaborative research in the field of safe, energy-efficient lighting.
A Better Bulb
by Libuse Binder on September 15th, 2008Light bulbs are so small and unassuming, it’s easy to imagine they do not consume much energy. Yet lighting represents nearly a quarter of our country’s energy usage. Consider also that incandescent bulbs, which currently sit in the vast majority of the nation’s light fixtures, waste 90 percent of the energy they draw to create light.
New technology promises alternative to CFLs and LEDs
by Patrick RollensNeed an energy-efficient bulb for your new home lighting project? Chances are you’ll end up choosing between a compact fluorescent bulb (CFL) or a light-emitting diode (LED). By and large, these two product families have had a lock on the energy-efficient lighting market -- but that's poised to change. An innovative startup company called Vu1 has been quietly developing an alternative technology, and the lighting industry might be on the verge of a genuine shakeup.
Telegen Formally Changes Name to Vu1™
Technology company refocuses efforts to create new energy efficient and mercury-free light bulb technology
SEATTLE, June 10, 2008 – Telegen Corporation (OTCBB: TEGN) announced today it has formally changed its name to Vu1 Corporation (OTCBB: VUOC). The company’s re-branding as Vu1 reflects its efforts on the development and production of energy efficient, premium-featured lighting solutions. Vu1 has developed new technology for an environmentally-friendly and mercury-free light bulb that is scheduled to be commercially available in the first quarter of 2009.
Executive Team Expansion
Marketing Veteran, T. Ron Davis, appointed Chief Marketing Officer
November, 2007 – Vu1 Corporation (formerly Telegen Corporation), a technology and manufacturing company setting a new global standard for safe, sustainable, energy-efficient lighting today announced the expansion of its executive team with the appointment of T. Ron Davis as Chief Marketing Officer.
Davis brings extensive experience from top technology companies including Microsoft, American Express and DEC (Digital Equipment Corporation) over the course of 24 years in Europe, Asia and the United States. Throughout his career, Davis has demonstrated success in building global brands and positive market presence through strong creative and business skills.
Manufacturing Capability Acquired
Wholly owned subsidiary brings pilot plant manufacturing capability and expertise in Czech Republic
October, 2007 - Vu1 Corporation (formerly Telegen Corporation) formed a wholly owned subsidiary, Sendio s.r.o., in the Czech Republic to enter into a lease for office and manufacturing facilities. The lease, which is effective from November 1, 2007 and terminates on June 30, 2008, provides Vu1 Corporation with a pilot plant to assess the feasibility of manufacturing of its energy efficient, environmentally friendly lighting technology.Sendio has appointed Philip G. Styles as the new VP Manufacturing and General Director for Sendio s.r.o. Styles worked for Sony Corporation for 14 years in various technical and managerial positions in production engineering. Phil has also held several senior management positions in manufacturing, including a recent joint venture manufacturing operation between LG Electronics and Royal Philips Electronics. Styles has built a team of 40 engineers and related technologist for Sendio and plans to begin work on Vu1’s new lighting product immediately.
