Geothermal & Solar Hot Water in Edmundston- GT, SE
This apartment owner has decided that ground source heat pumps (GSHP) are an excellent investment, and the right environmental choice for lowering emissions. Since GSHPs work best in larger structures, such as this 26-unit, 2044 m2 (22000 sq. ft.) apartment complex, this building is ideally suited for such a system. Also, combined with the fact that this GSHP also integrates solar hot water (SHW), the system is very cost effective as a result, and easily meets all of the building’s heating and cooling needs throughout the year. …
Solar Hot Water in Upper Kent- SE
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 Hot Water in Rothesay- SE
This former cornerstore/butcher shop on Rothesay Road is being renovated, with the top floor being used as living space for two apartments, with 4 tenants in total. As part of their renovations, the owners and construction company decided to install a solar hot water system, so as to be green and to kick it up a notch. …
Passive Solar Home with Geothermal Heat Pump in Kingston Peninsula- PS, GT
The owners wanted to build a home that would have low long-term costs, be comfortable, and modern. They decided to build a passive solar home because it met these criteria. They find the home to be very comfortable, and are happy with their choice. They also chose very energy efficient appliances, and used recycled or very durable materials where they could. For instance, they used HardiePlank siding on their building exterior, as it is very durable and shouldn’t have to be replaced as long as the owners occupy the building. …
9 kW and 500 W photovoltaic system in Mount Carleton- SE
Mount Carleton Provincial Park has relied upon propane and diesel fuel to provide power to its facility, as it is too far from the electricity grid. However, in recent years, the price of these fuels has been steadily rising, leading to increasing costs for the park. As a way to simultaneously reduce long-term energy costs and meet environmental sustainability goals, the Park has decided to invest in solar energy. …
Solar Hot Water in Caraquet- SE
According to Mr. Robichaud, this system is very efficient as it does not take much sunlight to power it since, in addition to sunlight, it also use UV rays to heat the water on the roof. …
Solar Hot Water on apartment building in Bois-Blanc- SE
In 1997, seeing the constant rise in electricity costs, this apartment owner decided to install solar panels on his building. If he were to repeat this project, the owner says he would install the same type, but would make use of the system’s full potential to heat both the hot water tanks along with the building’s floors. This solar system runs 3 large 270 L (60 gal.) tanks totalling 820 L (180 gal.) which supply hot water for 18 tenants. With a lifespan of more than 35 years, it was rated the best solar system at the time and won first prize in North America. …
1.05 kW Photovoltaic System on School in Caraquet- SE
The best-performing and most impressive system I have seen to date. A model worth going to see. Starting this year, this school will offer a course on renewable energy. Delta Control. …
Off-grid House in Bois-Blanc- SE
When told the price of bringing utility lines to their home would cost $30,000, these homeowners decided they would embrace the do-it-yourself attitude and bring their home off-grid themselves. Happy with the quality and brand of the panels, the owners are very satisfied with their system. One change they would make however would be sure to hire certified installers, as they believe that would further lower costs and complications. The system runs everything in the house operating on 110 V, including the sound system, TV, fridge, and lighting. They received very little service from his dealer and had to complete the project …
130W Photovoltaic system in Pointe-Alexandre- SE
Providing lighting in 2 rooms — the bathroom and a bedroom — the project owner is very pleased with the results of this small solar PV system and is thinking of adding other lights in the basement over the winter. This system also provides power to his refrigerator for between 5–10 hours per day. The owner installed the system themselves in 2009, and is happy to report there have been no glitches since then. …
