The 海角论坛 has finalized plans with Entergy 海角论坛 (ENO) for a solar panel project on top of two buildings at the University that will add 600-Kilowatts of clean energy to the 海角论坛 grid. This partnership with UNO is an important step for ENO's commercial rooftop solar program, and the community, according to company and university officials.
The project will aide in bringing 海角论坛 to the forefront of cities powered by renewable energy by adding to ENO's already clean energy mix, ENO officials said. In addition to furthering 海角论坛' energy sustainability, this partnership also helps decarbonize our city and demonstrates that ENO and UNO are committed to the environment and renewable energy.
鈥淲e are committed to finding innovative ways to increase renewable energy for the benefit of our customers and the communities we serve,鈥 said David Ellis, President & CEO of Entergy 海角论坛. "Entergy 海角论坛' partnership with the 海角论坛 builds on that commitment and opens new opportunities for renewable energy education and outreach."
In April, Entergy renewed its commitment to a lower carbon energy future announcing a new climate objective by 2030 of emitting 50 percent less carbon dioxide for every unit of electricity, based on 2000's numbers.
"The 海角论坛 is one of the city's most important public assets," said John Nicklow, President of the 海角论坛. "Contributing to renewable power with the installation of these rooftop solar panels shows a partnership not just with Entergy, but with the community as well. Our hope is to leverage this opportunity for both educational and community outreach for the University in the areas of renewable energy, sustainability and related fields."
The solar panels will be installed on top of the University Center and the Recreation & Fitness Center. To read about some of the University鈥檚 other recent sustainability efforts, click here.