Mar 25 2010
Martifer Solar announced that it has completed the construction of a SmartPark solar carport system for the Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) in California. This 368-kW, 35,000-square-foot renewable energy system represents the company’s first of this kind in the United States.
The solar structure comprises a combination of over 300 kW of SmartPark-mounted solar modules and a smaller roof-mounted system. This carport solar system generates clean energy as well as provides shade for up to 110 vehicles.
Randy Floyd, AVTA Executive Director, commended Martifer Solar for the quality of the project as well as for maintaining the schedule. Floyd also commented that the installation team from the company was very professional in its execution of the project and was easy to work with. In addition to creating jobs, this project is helping the company to reduce its carbon footprint while reducing its operating cost. The company is proud of the project, Floyd said.
Transit Investments for Greenhouse Gas and Energy Reduction (TIGGER) grant program provided funds for the project under the ARRA (American Recovery and Reinvestment Act). During its projected life span of 35 years, the system will help to reduce the company’s greenhouse gas emissions by over 400 tons.
The SmartPark product comprises a fixed structure that offers covered parking and requires minimum of installation work and provides clients with greater electricity production capabilities. Its flexible design allows the system to be customized as per the layout and size of the location. In addition, different varieties of connecting equipment and modules types can be accommodated in the system. It can be used as a stand-alone system or in conjunction with ground or roof-mounted systems and provides an alternative to conventional solar installation methods.
Source: www.martifersolarusa.com