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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

2007 Minnesota Solar Tour

Vifquain Residence

4145 Chowen Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN 55410

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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

Additional Sustainable Features

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High-efficiency appliances with on-demand water heater

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