Cultural and Sport Centre in Cormier Village (Eco-Park) Phase 2
On this web page, we share the first stages of the zero energy project of the Cormier Village Cultural and Sports Center, initiated in 2012. In 2023, 20 solar panels of 405 W each (with a capacity of 8.1kW/h conventional were added to the roof. Roof Installations in 2013 Roof Installations in 2023 On the ground, we find: *16 bifacial panels of 545W each (capacity of 8.72kW/h), with 1 axis of rotation *16 bifacial panels of 545W each (capacity of 8.72kW/h), with 2 axes of rotation *16 bifacial panels of 545W each (capacity of 8.72kW/h) According to tests undertaken with …
Open-Sky Co-operative Solar Array
OpenSky’s new building is now net-zero, and will be able to also support the energy uses of their barn and the garden shed where they use other tools with the energy created by the array. Laura Hunter, Executive Director of Open Sky Co-operative, a charity that serves neurodivergent youth, spoke with EOS Eco-Energy about a recently installed a solar array atop Open Sky’s Baker Space building. The new building is now net-zero, and Open Sky will be able to also support the energy uses of their barn and the garden shed and various tools thanks to the energy created by …
Bill Johnstone Memorial Park solar array (12kW)
The Bill Johnstone Memorial Park solar array (12 kW) was installed by Vertex Solar Solutions on November 12, 2022. In 2023, they produced a total of 12,670 kWh. At 0.3 kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent per kWh, this solar array reduced Tantramar’s emissions by approximately 3,800 kilograms in 2023. The Vertex Solar team poses after installing the Bill Johnstone Memorial Park Solar Array The 12kW system will supply 72% of the Bill Johnstone Memorial Activity Center’s annual electricity, with approximately 15,346 kWh of solar electricity used per year. The solar system will reduce emissions by 315 tonnes of carbon …
The Terra Berma Project – Sustainable Off Grid Living
Along the tip of the Kingston Peninsula, the Terra Berma Project is a sustainable living project that demonstrates off-grid living doesn’t need mean compromising comfort. Constructed over 5 years using primarily using recycled tires and cob (a natural building material made from subsoil, water, some kind of fibrous organic material), the home was built out from the side of a hill using rammed earth techniques. The combination of building materials and lack of exposed walls means that the house is very well insulated. Ceiling insulation comes from a green roof, on the top of the split-story. The hill faces south …
Geothermal and solar power in Middle Sackville
The Open Sky Co-operative in Middle Sackville, N.B., is housed on a 4.5 hectare (11 acre) farm and home dating from the 18th century. Heating an older home can be a challenge, and so the Co-operative undertook renovations to improve energy efficiency and to incorporate geothermal & solar energy on the farm. …
Geothermal in Little Shemogue
A vertical-style geothermal heat pump was installed when the house was built, in 1993. At the time, the cost of the unit was approximately $4000 while the drilling of a second well (called the return well) was an additional $3000. The system served both as a source of heat in the cooler months and acted as air conditioning in the summer. In 2008, the initial heat pump was replaced by a newer model because it was a challenge for the owners to find skilled technicians who knew how to service the older heat pump. In order to qualify for funding, …
Geothermal in Sackville
The owners installed a 4.5 t (5 ton) geothermal system with horizontal tubing in 2007 when the two oil furnaces heating their large, older home were reaching the end of their lifespan. At that time, there were federal and provincial rebates available for homeowners who were installing geothermal systems. This reduced the overall cost of the installation to roughly $12000. The owners opted for a horizontal geothermal field instead of a vertical field because it was both cheaper and their yard was spacious enough to fit the tubing needed for a 4.5-t (5-ton) system. The installers dug trenches 2 m (7′) deep in …
Solar Panels on Roof, Sackville, NB
An R-2000 home! This self-installed solar hot water system (using propylene glycol) provides both domestic hot water and space heating through an in-floor heating system in the garage and house. The owner had originally considered installing oil to provide this heat, however, after looking at installation costs and the ongoing rising cost of oil, solar thermal was considered instead. They are very happy with their choice to go solar. …
Solar Panel on Roof, Sackville, NB
Solar Panels From June 2013 to December 2013 all of their electrical needs were provided for from the PV panels. December 2013 snow and ice storms effectively covered the panels and drastically reduced the electricity being produced. The owners stressed the importance of keeping the panels free of ice and snow. With the return of the sun they expect that by April 2014 they will start accumulating credits with NB Power for surplus power produced from the panels. Credits can be used during the next winter when the sun is weaker and when they need to rely more on the …
Cultural and Sport Centre in Cormier Village (Eco-Park) Phase 1
The Ecoparc includes a 3.6 hectare (9 acre) Acadian forest woodlot along the Kouchibouguac (Kagibougouet) River. In partnership with Vision H2O and with the assistance of a Roland Chiasson, a biologist and naturalist, educational trails have been established. Plans call for a minimum 0.8-hectare (2-acre) sustainable landscaped and demonstration area. Included will be an organic vegetable garden, native plant and shrubs, sustainable water management demonstration to mention a few of our plans. This project has been 2 years in the planning. The residents in Cormier Village have been consulted in depth as well as many consultants in energy efficient construction and representatives of …
