University Park Elementary SchoolSolar Project

6-2-2013

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Presentation Objectives

1. Introductions and Welcome

2. Project Summary and History

3. Project Design – Safety– Education

4. Next Steps and Questions

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The Small Town Energy Program

A 3-year grant from the U.S.Department of Energy to the Town of University Park, Maryland (UP),August, 2010 through Aug., 2013.

“To create a model residentialenergy transformation programthat serves as a roadmap for othersmall towns.”

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STEP Summary• 492 households signed up for home

efficiency in UP, College Heights Estates, Riverdale Park and Hyattsville

• UP Town Hall energy upgrade

• 150-home compost program in UP

• Efficiency Education program in UPES, Hyattsville Elementary, Nicholas Orem

• The final project – UPES solar!

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UPES Solar Project

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Project History

Date09/20/201105/31/201202/08/201302/14/201305/09/201306/10/201308/01/2013

MilestoneInitial meeting with Ms. Waller, PGCPSMOU signed between UP and PGCPSTown contracts with solar design firmProject kickoff walk-through with engineersSchool Board approval of projectConstruction beginsConstruction complete

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Project Summary1. Partnership between Town of UP and PGCPS and Board.

2. The Town will construct, install, own, operate and maintain a solar panel array on the UPES roof for 25 yrs.

3. The project is no cost to the Board or the Town. Every part is funded from a US Department of Energy grant (STEP).

4. The project includes a revenue-sharing agreement between the PGCPS and the Town for the sale of the electricity and Renewable Energy Credits ($10K-$17K / year).

5. There will be an extensive on-line educational component.

6. The first public school in Prince George’s County with rooftop solar. 7

What is Solar?

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Project Safety

1. Designed to withstand ultra-high wind, seismic events, snow and rain

2. Set back from the edge of the roof for added safety3. All electrical wiring will be encased in conduit4. All wiring and connectors are specially designed for

rooftop use to prevent degradation from UV light and to avoid faults and fire hazards

5. The inverters will be behind a locked wire cage6. There will extensive warning and danger signage 7. The Town will fully insure the system

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THANK YOU!• Questions? - FAQ sheet• Ribbon-cutting event in the fall?• Help with curriculum development?

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THANK YOU

Chuck Wilson, Program Directorwww.smalltownenergy.org

202.280.8123

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