by AF e5 — March 29, 2010—Martifer Solar announces completion of its first SmartPark solar carport system in the United States. The 35,000-square-foot, 368-kilowatt renewable energy system was built for the Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) in Lancaster, California, according to Martifer Solar.
The structure includes over 300 kilowatts of SmartPark-mounted modules, as well as a smaller roof-mounted system, and fulfills the dual purpose of generating clean “green” electric energy while also providing shade protection for up to 110 vehicles.
The solar energy project was funded by the Transit Investments for Greenhouse Gas and Energy Reduction (TIGGER) grant program under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The project created more than 30 green-collar jobs, says the company. It is expected to reduce the transit facility’s carbon dioxide output by more than 400 tons over the projected 35-year life span of the system.
This is the first SmartPark installation for Martifer Solar in the United States. The new system was created through the company’s extensive research and development, engineering and design process. Martifer Solar is anticipating the market will grow by 35 percent over 2009 levels.
For more information, visit the Martifer Solar Web Site.
