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Terrasmart, the renewable energyarm of Gibraltar Industries (Nasdaq: ROCK), has supplied its racking system for Chicago’slargest commercial solar installation. The rooftop and carport solarinstallations combined yield 213-kilowatt dc of solar generatingcapacity for the Chicago UrbanLeague , one of the country’s oldest urban advocacy organizationsfor the advancement of African Americans. The system represents theLeague’s commitment to bring clean, renewable energy to Chicago’sSouth Side community. Terrasmart supplied the fixed-tilt rackingsystem for the two surface-lotcanopies that make up the 162-KW solar carport. Fully customizablewith several structural and geometric design options, the Terrasmartcarport produces solar energy while providing shade for Chicago UrbanLeague visitors. Renewable EnergyEvolution LLC developed, designed and installed the system.
“We are excited aboutwhat this means for environmental justice across our communities inChicago,” says project lead Andrew Wells, vice president of theWorkforce Development Center at the Chicago Urban League. “Ourproject is bringing greater awareness, inclusion, and access to theclean energy economy for the people of the South Side.”
The solar systemhighlights the Chicago Urban League’s commitment to advancing thecommunity’s access to renewable energy. In 2017, the League launchedtwo training programs in solar installation and PV sales through itsWorkforce Development Center program with solar incentives from Illinois For All . Its annualcohort of 75 trainees has access to renewable energy job fairs, heldin partnership with organizations such as the Illinois Solar EnergyAssociation , the Solar EnergyIndustries Association , and the Coalition for CommunitySolar Access .
“We are honored to have played a part in such a monumentalproject,” says Terrasmart President Ed McKiernan. “Not only isthis the largest PV commercial installation in the city of Chicago,but it's an important milestone in providing more equitable accessto the solar economy. Terrasmart is proud to have partnered with theChicago Urban League and Renewable Energy Evolution.”
“Terrasmart went aboveand beyond on this milestone project,” says Brian Maillet, founderand CEO of Renewable Energy Evolution. “Their help in engineering,design, permitting and implementation of the city’s largest solarcarport system was critical to the success of the project.”
Wells and his team areadding two electric vehicle charging stations to the current system.He is also planning a new community solar farm to serve renters whowant to lower their electricity bills.
For more information on how to support the Chicago UrbanLeague’s solar training program or to hire its NABCEP-certifiedtalent, contact Andrew Wells at AWells@chiul.org .
AboutTerrasmartTerrasmart, the renewable energy portfolio of GibraltarIndustries, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROCK), is a leading provider of solarracking technologies, electrical balance-of-system products,installation services, and project optimization software. Serving thecommercial and utility sectors across North America, Terrasmartintegrates products and solutions across the PV lifecycle to minimizerisks and maximize returns. With over 19 GWs of solar deployed across4600 PV systems, Terrasmart creates unique value for more profitablesolar anywhere. For more please visit terrasmart.com.
AboutGibraltar Gibraltar is a leading manufacturer and provider of productsand services for the renewable energy, residential, agtech, andinfrastructure markets. Our purpose to make life better for people andthe planet is fueled by advancing the disciplines of engineering,science, and technology. Gibraltar is innovating to shape criticalmarkets in comfortable living, sustainable power, and productivegrowing throughout North America. For more please visitgibraltar1.com.
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