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UH�S SOLAR ARRAY NOW INTEGRATED AND SAVING MONEY
 UH�s first solar array is now on and running,
producing clean energy for the Central Plant. The panels will
eventually take the office space of the plant offline and save
the university thousands in electricity costs over the array�s
lifetime.
After unexpected delays due to the overall construction on the
plant, the panels and meters began running on April 9. The
system was designed to produce 20 kilowatts DC or approximately
16-17 kilowatts AC. Savings are expected to be approximately
$.075 per kilowatt hour. Plant Operations� electrical and
controls team will oversee the daily activity and maintenance of
the solar panels.
The university installed 88 large photovoltaic solar panels on
the roof of the Central Power Plant which covers 2,000 square
feet. The panels will convert sunlight into electricity to
reduce our carbon footprint and energy costs. The panels will
also serve as a tool to educate students on the benefits of
clean energy and sustainable living.
Green Mountain Energy Company donated $140,000 to the university
in April 2011 to fund the solar array. The university�s private
dining room in the Fresh Food Company at Moody Towers has been
designated the �Green Mountain Energy Company Private Dining
Room� as part of this partnership.
For more information on the Central Plant expansion,
click here. For more
information on green initiatives on campus, visit
www.uh.edu/green.
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