projects
digital technology lab
178 kW combination carport and roof mount system
178 kW combination carport and roof mount system
digital technology laboratory
project overview
project overview
When Solar Development presented its bid to provide solar integration services for the new Digital Technology Labs (DTL) building - which would become Yolo County's first Gold Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified private structure - it knew this endeavor would stand out among new construction projects. The photovoltaic (PV) installation would not be retrofit upon completion of the building; the builders specified solar power in the initial design, along with other environmentally friendly practices such as an abundance of natural lighting, onsite waste management and low water use landscaping. For DTL, the benefit is two-fold: lower operating costs and a work environment that appeals to today's green-minded, environmentally conscious engineering students, graduates and workforce.
Located in Davis, a city widely regarded for its sustainability practices, DTL fits in nicely. The environmental and bicycle friendliness of its design serves as a recruiting tool as it competes with the likes of Google, Intel and other Silicon Valley giants equally interested in highly trained and educated engineers and technicians.
DTL wanted people to feel good about the building's energy use and visibly demonstrate its commitment to renewable energy. Working together, we looked at the existing design and budget when DTL suggested splitting up the PV arrays with the majority on the roof, and the rest providing shade for the employees' and visitors' cars.
Solar Development designed the PV system and worked in conjunction with the general contractor and architects to integrate it into the overall building plans. Because the solar equipment was part of the original design, Solar Development was able to coordinate with the entire team to assure appropriate timing and delivery of materials as well as planning and placement for balance of system components. The 178 kW PV system will help offset approximately 25% of its annual energy needs, keeping the billing for its energy use in the utility's lower tiers, especially during the summer months when the system produces at its maximum.
Located in Davis, a city widely regarded for its sustainability practices, DTL fits in nicely. The environmental and bicycle friendliness of its design serves as a recruiting tool as it competes with the likes of Google, Intel and other Silicon Valley giants equally interested in highly trained and educated engineers and technicians.
DTL wanted people to feel good about the building's energy use and visibly demonstrate its commitment to renewable energy. Working together, we looked at the existing design and budget when DTL suggested splitting up the PV arrays with the majority on the roof, and the rest providing shade for the employees' and visitors' cars.
Solar Development designed the PV system and worked in conjunction with the general contractor and architects to integrate it into the overall building plans. Because the solar equipment was part of the original design, Solar Development was able to coordinate with the entire team to assure appropriate timing and delivery of materials as well as planning and placement for balance of system components. The 178 kW PV system will help offset approximately 25% of its annual energy needs, keeping the billing for its energy use in the utility's lower tiers, especially during the summer months when the system produces at its maximum.
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