Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Thomas College turning roof into rays collector | The Portland Press Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram


 



Thomas College turning roof into rays collector

The new system of 700 solar panels is expected to save Thomas $500,000 over its 35-year life span.

By AMY CALDER Morning Sentinel
WATERVILLE - The largest solar panel system in the state will be erected this week on the roof of the Alfond Athletic Center at Thomas College, according to college officials.
The 12,600-square-foot, 170-kilowatt solar photovoltaic array is expected to provide 11 percent of the college's energy needs and pay for itself in 15 years; it is projected to save Thomas more than $500,000 over its expected life span of 35-plus years.
"When we pay less for energy, students pay less for an education," said Christopher Rhoda, who is vice president of information services at Thomas and oversees energy conservation on campus. "For us, it's as much about controlling costs as it is about generating revenue."

Thomas College turning roof into rays collector | The Portland Press Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram



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