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- Commercial
- Solar thermal
- Solar-geothermal hybrid systems
- Waste heat recovery
- Public/institutions
- Solar thermal
- Residential
- Solar and solar hybrid systems
- DIY Solar Kit
Public buildings and institutions: solar thermal systems
Public buildings and institutions have high energy needs, and the natural features of the building's property are not always taken advantage of. Large and small buildings benefit from gathering renewable energy resources on-site. Using solar, energy management controls, pumps, ground source or heat recovery methods, a building can use and reuse it's renewable energy resources, dramatically decreasing it's greenhouse gas emissions while saving up to 65%+ on their gas and hydro bills. Many buildings have achieved net zero annual energy consumption and zero carbon emissions!
Institutions also benefit by being known as community leaders in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Alternative energy rebates may be available. Contact us for more information.
North Vancouver Public Library, North Vancouver, BC
This solar thermal installation is considered one of the largest in Canada. The combination geo-exchange heating and cooling as well as solar energy, meets the energy needs of the new library and services the Central Lonsdale Power Plant.
The alternative energy will help reduce demand and reliance on oil, gas and electricity. The solar panels will create an alternative energy source for LEC's district energy system and generate heat energy for other buildings in the development area. The exterior of the new library building is also clad in high efficiency glass panels and opening windows, taking advantage of natural lighting and solar heating energy. This is one of the first solar thermal grid-tied systems in Canada. Solar thermal project details>
Kalamalka Research Station, Kalamalka Lake, BC
Solar power and a high-efficiency wood boiler providing backup heating are an excellent combination of renewable and alternative energy for a lower initial investment. Solar wood boiler hybrid energy project details >
Alternative Energy Leaders:
Solar Thermal Systems
Waste Heat Recovery and
Solar Hybrid Systems
Geothermal Hybrid Systems
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- Gateway Bonavista
- Renaissance Retirement Residences
- Chess Net Zero home
- Inn at Big White
- Sundance Lodge, Big White