Located in Dahlonega, Georgia this is Solar Energy USA’s first commercial solar install, one of the largest in northern Georgia. The 36.1kW system is comprised of 230W Mage modules matched up with the Enphase Energy’s latest microinverter, the M215.
“This solar project uses the latest in solar energy conversion innovation – cutting-edge microinverter technology – which help identify each individual solar module’s power output. A live feed of each day’s solar energy production will be shown in the office’s waiting area so that customers can see how much power the sun is contributing to run the medical devices used to diagnose their ailments. The development is a win-win-win for the medical company. It will save them money, help protect against power rate increases, and will also establish their orthopedic office as a role model for other medical companies and North Georgia businesses in the area to adopt renewables and implement clean energy practices. This project was made possible by various incentives including the GA Clean Energy Tax Credit and the Federal Renewable Energy Grant which covered over 90% of the total cost. Over 35 years this system will offset more than 1,562 tons of CO2, equivalent to planting 37,273 trees or removing 49,291 gallons of gasoline from the road. In it’s first year it will produce over 58,484 kWh of energy.”
Northview Orthopedic Associates was really impressed with the Enphase Enlighten monitoring system. Solar Energy USA presented example sites during their original meetings. Northview liked the ability to monitor their power production at any given time . They even devised a plan to have the Enlighten website displayed on a monitor in the waiting room so all patients could see that their medical clinic was no ordinary doctor’s office. The icing on the cake was when Enphase unveiled the M215 with higher production numbers (supporting higher wattage panels) compared to earlier generation microinverters.
Michael Chance, residential and commercial consultant, is a firm believer of Enphase Energy. He shares his experiences with Enphase technology:
“At Solar Energy USA, we often use the Enphase micro inverter for maximum efficiency, ease of installation, minimizing power loss from the module to the source and superior system monitoring. In this case, we had to create two separate arrays and once again, the microinverter was an obvious choice. We were also excited about over producing power with the Enphase 215 against what was historically expected from previous inverters. And the array is doing just that.”
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Expected yearly output is 60.282 mWh which will offset their power around 20%. The site has a massive MRI machine which is energy intensive, in addition to other pieces of medical equipment that use higher amounts of power.
Terrific, medical “market” example. I am no longer in a “private practice mode”, but ortho’s have always been leaders in disconnecting, when appropriate from the ridiculous economics of hospital owned “medical office building” condominiums.
Good luck, continued success…and what great PR for the group!!!
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