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| Vallecitos Water District introduced new solar PV system  The Vallecitos Water District introduced new solar photovoltaic carport system at the District's headquarters. SPG Solar designed and installed this system. This 340.9 kW AC system has the potential to offset approximately 7,173 tons of greenhouse gas emissions over the next 25 years. When VWD's system is officially connected to the utility grid, VWD will earn credits at the utility's retail electric rates, ultimately reducing 90% of their utility electric costs. The system is comprised of 9 carports, uses a total of 1,966 Sharp 208-watt solar PV panels and spans over the District's 160-space fleet and employee parking lot.SPG Solar designed and installed the system to utilize VWD's expansive parking lot as a dual-purpose shaded carport and high-performance energy system. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Construction News :: home page |