Selected Projects
Solarized School
District Anderson, CA – The Happy Valley Unified School District (HVUSD)
is completing the installation of two solar electric (PV) systems. Totaling 211
kW, the PV systems generate enough power to meet nearly all the electricity needs
of the two schools or enough to serve about 53 homes. The PV systems are a 106.7
kW PV system at the HVUSD Palm Avenue Elementary School and a 104.4 kW PV System
at the HVUSD Cloverdale Primary School.
Solarized School District, Anderson, CA
Spectrum provided this Northern California School District with three PV systems
at two campuses. The West Valley Campuses first 245 kW project was completed in
July 2006 and the second 355 kW project will be completed in September 2007. This
project also included major energy efficiency measures and was completed in the
summer of 2006. The North Valley campus is a 55 kW system and was completed in the
spring of 2007. To date Spectrum has provided the District 655 kW of solar and major
energy efficiency measures.
“I am proud that the District has been a leader in collaborating with private industry,
utilities, and the government to harness the power of the sun. The fact that the
District is doing its share to reduce the burning of fossil fuels and at the same
time cutting the cost of energy in the District for many years to come, is something
future generations will salute and appreciate.” Randy Palomino, AUHSD Superintendent
“At a time when more and more people are coming to realize the sun’s potential as
a sure source of reliable and affordable energy, having this state of the art solar
system on our campus, will expose our students to a new chapter in technology.”
Karl Stemmler, Principal West Valley High, AUHSD
Existing
Office Building, Sacramento, CA
SED provided a turnkey 100 kW PV system integrated into the building as roof equipment
screens composed of 2 roof mounted, racked arrays with approximately 702 high efficiency
Kyocera Solar KC167G PV modules and three Xantrex inverters. The PV system replaces
some 11% of the building’s electrical usage and generate over $781,000 in utility
savings and tax savings over its 30 year life.
”
Spectrum Energy showed us how we could use solar to improve our cash flow. With
Spectrum’s help, we are able to improve our bottom line while doing the right thing
for the environment and our community. Spectrum Energy’s professionals provided
us with a top notch PV system and made the process nearly hassle free. I would strongly
recommend Spectrum Energy as an experienced and capable provider of commercial PV
systems and for their attention to meeting the client’s needs.” Mort Friedman,
President, Town and Country Village LLC
Poultry Farm, Galt, CA
SED provided a turnkey 52 kW PV system with 1,440 First Solar FS40-D PV
modules, one Xantrex PV45208 inverter and four SMA SWR2500U inverters as a ground
mount, racked system. This system resulted in more than a $50,000 positive cash
flow in the first year. Over the 30-year life of the system, it generates over $550,000
in energy and tax savings after loan payments. Installation was completed in October
2003.
“
I am very pleased with my solar PV system from Spectrum Energy Development, Inc.
My solar system is supplying clean energy for our poultry operations and reducing
our PG&E utility bills. So far the system has exceeded expectations. Spectrum’s
team handled all aspects of providing my solar system is a most professional manner
and made it easy for me to “go solar”. They are the most experienced solar professionals
in the business. I highly recommend Spectrum Energy Development, Inc. for anyone
wanting a commercial solar PV system”. Norm Nilsen, Owner, Nilsen Farms,
Inc.
Vineyard
Water Pumping and Service Loads, Madera, CA
SED provided a turnkey 36 kW PV system with approximately 216 Kyocera Solar
PV modules and two Xantrex PV15208 inverters. It was installed in Fall 2004 and
serves both the water pumping loads of the vineyard and the nearby residence. With
15 year financing, the energy and tax savings of this system result in more than
a $55,000 positive cash flow in the first year after loan payments and the cumulative
cash flow stays significantly positive throughout the life of the loan. Over the
30-year life of the system, it generates over $176,500 in energy and tax savings
after loan payments.
New home development - Townhouses, Oakland, CA
SED provided design, engineering and procurement services for a 150 kW
PV system serving 60 townhouses in this new housing development being developed
in a former quarry in Oakland CA. The PV arrays will be built on the sloped walls
of the recontoured quarry feeding the townhomes across the street. Construction
expected Spring 2007.
Santa
Clara Valley Water District, San Jose, CA
SED provided design, engineering, procurement and commissioning services
to Santa Clara Valley Water District (SCVWD) for approximately 200 kW of PV in two
systems, a 105 kW Solarport in the main SCVWD parking lot and a 95 kW roof mounted
system on the SCVWD Administration building. Mogavero Notestine Associates is the
Architect and lead for the project. Installation was completed in Spring 2004.
Existing
Office Building, Fremont, CA
SED provided a turnkey 150 kW PV system with approximately 1,080 Kyocera
PV modules and Xantrex PV inverters. It was installed in Summer 2004 with roof mounted
racks following completion of earthquake upgrades on the roof. Financed with an
80% loan, energy and tax savings generate a first year positive cash flow of over
$87,000. Over the 30-year life of the system, it generates over $1.2 million in
energy and tax savings after loan payments.
New Construction Office
Bldg/Warehouse, Rocklin, CA
SED provided a turnkey 60 kW PV system with approximately 1,100 Kaneka
Solar CSA-201 PV modules and two Xantrex PV30208 inverters. It was installed in
Spring 2004 as part of the construction of the building using support stands integrated
in the roof. Financed as part of the new building loan, energy and tax savings generate
a first year positive cash flow of over $68,000. Over the 30-year life of the system,
it generates over $434,000 in energy and tax savings after loan payments.
“
We are very happy with the results, and would recommend your company [SED] and
products to anyone interested in adding a PV system to their facility. It is very
helpful to have someone who can take care of the project from initial paperwork
through to
final operation of the system. It freed me up to focus my time and energy
on my primary business while this system was being designed, permitted, and installed.”
Steve Welge, President/CEO, Fillner Construction, Inc.
New
Construction Office Building, Rocklin, CA SED provided a turnkey
30 kW PV system with approximately 576 Kaneka Solar CSA-201 PV modules and a Ballard
30 kW inverter. It was installed in Spring 2005 as part of the construction of the
building using support stands integrated in the roof. It was the second PV system
supplied by SED to buildings in this new office park in Rocklin.
New Construction Office Building, Rocklin, CA
SED provided a turnkey 28.4 kW PV system with approximately 204
Sharp Solar 170 W PV modules and a Ballard 30 kW inverter. It was installed in Spring
2006 as part of the construction of the building using support stands integrated
in the roof. It was the third PV system supplied by SED to buildings of this new
office park in Rocklin.