Commercial Solar System for Apeetogosan Métis Development Inc.
Customer: Métis Nation of Alberta
Location: 12308 111 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 2N4, situated at the intersection of Westmount, Inglewood, and Prince Rupert neighborhoods
Business Name: Apeetogosan (Métis) Development Inc. / Rupertsland Institute
Property Type: Commercial Building
Property Description: This property, owned by the Métis Nation of Alberta, houses various Indigenous businesses, creating a hub for community-centered enterprise.
Commercial Warehouse Solar Panel Installation - Project Goals
Purpose:
The Métis Nation of Alberta’s goal for this solar project was to lower energy expenses, achieve greater energy independence, and support environmental sustainability.
Moving to solar aligns with their commitment to creating an eco-conscious and cost-effective operational environment.
Initial Assessment
Site Suitability: This location is a great fit for commercial solar power, given its roof’s extensive sunlight exposure and lack of significant shading. The building’s rooftop layout allowed for optimal panel arrangement to maximize output. The project team reviewed structural requirements to ensure the roof could handle the load without any modifications.
Challenges: Due to the property’s multipurpose nature and the building’s existing layout, designing a solar solution that wouldn’t disrupt business operations required strategic planning.
Energy & Savings Overview
Average Monthly Energy Cost: The building incurs substantial energy costs to support daily commercial activities, which made solar an attractive option to alleviate ongoing utility expenses.
Estimated Monthly Savings: The solar installation is projected to significantly reduce monthly energy costs, resulting in long-term savings for the property.
Installation Summary
Type of Installation: Roof-mounted solar system
- System Components:
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- Modules: 194 Black Frame 315W Mono-Perc PV Panels
- Inverters: SolarEdge Se10000H-U and Optimizer 730W
- Mounting System: UniRac RM5 Ballasted Roof System
- Additional Materials: MC4 Compat UL 1000XDC, along with cabling and devices for system balance
- System Capacity: 73.7 kW
- Estimated Annual Production: 64,983 kWh
Key Considerations
Requests: The customer requested updates on energy production estimates and an outline of how the installation might impact daily operations.
Feedback: Apeetogosan (Métis) Development Inc. expressed satisfaction with the seamless process and the efforts to avoid disruptions to their tenants’ business routines.
Customer Interaction
Requests: The customer requested updates on energy production estimates and an outline of how the installation might impact daily operations.
Feedback: Apeetogosan (Métis) Development Inc. expressed satisfaction with the seamless process and the efforts to avoid disruptions to their tenants’ business routines.
Community Impact
Located at a unique intersection in Edmonton, this building serves as a focal point for Indigenous-owned businesses, and the solar installation is a notable example of community-led sustainability.
Adopting solar energy supports the Blatchford, Inglewood, and Prince Rupert neighborhoods’ growing focus on eco-friendly business practices, aligning well with the local push for renewable energy use.
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