We anticipate a 75% reduction in our grid electric usage
75% to 99%
of electricity
Property
- Owner:
- St. Lawrence Church
- Type:
- Educational institution
- Address:
- 1520 E Delavan Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215
- Size:
- 21,000 sq ft
- Energy need met:
- 75% to 99% of electricity
- Event Participation:
- NESEA Green Buildings Open House 2012 Host
- NESEA Green Buildings Open House 2013 Host
Technology
- Type:
- Solar PV
- Installed:
- January 2012
- Size of System:
- 25 kW
- Purposes:
- To generate electricity
Financial Details
- Own or Lease:
- $0-down Lease
Professionals & Suppliers
- Installers:
- Solar Liberty
What You Need to Know
Description:
panels on sleds on a ballasted roof
Other Benefits:
provides an image of progress in a neighborhood under transition
Maintenance Requirements:
so far, none
Efficiency or Sustainability Improvements:
we have installed high efficiency gas furnaces and have plans to upgrade our windows.
My Motivation:
stewardship
Advice:
Do your homework and make the plunge! You won't be sorry.
Open House Info:
Our doors will be open to the public from 10 AM until Noon. We will stay longer if traffic supports it. Our school is directly behind the church and there is ample parking between the church and school.
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