Grid tie system at the Institute of Ocean Sciences, Victoria BC Image: SPS Energy Solutions

"This initiative is an excellent example of how DFO is making progress with reducing green house gas emissions as part of the Federal House in Order Program", said Jim Coldwell, IOS Facility Manager.

"The grid tie system at IOS is a good example of how solar power can be beautifully integrated into commercial buildings', said Dave Egles, President of SPS Energy Solutions. "We hope the precedent set by progressive people at the DFO will lead the way to greener choices by other organizations."

VICTORIA, BC (May 31, 2004) - The Institute of Ocean Sciences (IOS) located in Sidney, BC installed a solar system large enough to generate up to 7000 kWhr/year or a green house gas reduction of an estimated 8.25 tonnes/year if the energy had been produced by fossil fuel. The use of the solar energy will reduce dependency on the electrical utility and lower IOS's monthly power bills. The energy from the new systems will go directly back into the building's electrical grid.

SPS Energy Solutions, one of North America's leading renewable energy companies, provided and installed the 7.02 kW grid tie system design at the Sidney, BC facility. The system consists of fifty-four 130 W solar panels and three 2500 W inverters, and was installed on the roof of one of the buildings. The installation was completed in three days by SPS personnel.

The IOS is one of just nine major scientific facilities operated by Fisheries and Oceans Canada. The IOS is responsible for conducting research on the coastal waters of BC, the Northeastern Pacific, the western Canadian Arctic and navigable fresh waters as far east as the BC/Alberta border. Each year, the facility attracts the public and federal visitors on business. The installation of the grid tie system further demonstrates IOS's positive environmental commitment.

SPS Energy Solutions has extensive experience installing grid tie systems on public and commercial buildings. SPS Energy offers consultations with architects, supplies products for contractor installations, or can deliver turn-key power to any roof top.

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