More than 500 solar panels in three rows were installed on the roof of Hangar 2 by our friends at Martifer Solar. It was actually 504 to be exact. The rows of panels were designed to replicate the look of old hangar’s roof skylights, preserving a little touch of history on the building. The panels require the use of Solar PV, which is used to convert solar radiation into direct current electricity. Hangar 2’s solar energy panels will provide at least a fourth of the energy required to run the building.
Hangar 2 has the unique ability to use only half of the energy that’s required by other buildings of its size. Hangar 2 Partners have installed energy efficient lighting, heat controls, motion-sensing light switches and premium insulation. Together these sources of clean energy will promote environmental sustainability and add just the right amount of today technologies, while also keeping the historic integrity of the building.
The sustainable initiative of the storage facility will cost more than $500,000, but with recent support from the federal government and a rebate from Xcel Energy the costs will be much less. Xcel Energy will pay Hangar 2 approximately $0.06 per kilowatt hour the hangar saves. Over the course of 3 to 5 years, Hangar 2 will likely pay off all expenses of its energy initiatives.
Want to learn more about the sustainable features of Hangar 2? Or are you interested in learning how your business, school or establishment can go green? If so, contact Hangar 2 Partners today at hangar2@larimerassociates.com.
