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Eco Experience at the 2007 Minnesota State Fair - August 23-Eco Experience at the 2008 Minnesota State Fair - August 21-September 1, 2008

Attend a Renewable Energy Class!

Rent the Solar Power Trailer

2008 Minnesota Solar Tour - Saturday, October 4, 2008

2009 Living Green Expo - May 2-3, 2009

2009 Solar Boat Regatta - Saturday, May 16, 2009

 

2006 Minnesota Solar Tour

Vifquain Residence

4145 Chowen Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN

Building the array into the roof ridge demonstrates the flexibility of the technology and proves that it can work in less than ideal southern exposures. This owner installed system has a unique aesthetic typical of solar homes, with roof slopes optimized for solar exposure. Due to extensive efficency measures, this relatively small array offsets a consderable percentage of the household's energy consumption.

System Components

Solar Electric

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24 Arco solar photovoltaic panels

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Trace 2420 grid inter-tie inverter

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High-efficiency appliances with on-demand water heater

Directions

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From the Green Institute, head south on 21st Avenue and turn right (west) at Lake Street. Continue on Lake Street, which will turn into Excelsior Boulevard. Bear left at France Avenue. Turn left at 38th Street. Turn right at Chowen Avenue.

 

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