East Greenwich Solar Carports

East Greenwich Solar Carports

Project Overview/

• The East Greenwich Solar Carports Installation was completed in October of 2017.
• The project was composed of 1.7 MW of solar panels covering several sidewalks, parking areas, and school entrances.
• Both Mickle and Clark Schools utilized roof mounted and caport mounted solar panels to achieve a massive solar array.

Project Objectives/

• Design a layout to maximize the amount of solar while avoiding obstructing sidewalks and underground utilities.
• Engineer foundation for project in low elevation area with clay soil conditions
• Complete the 1.7 Mw array in three months.
• Adjust the elevation of each column to maintain a linear appearance across uneven and sloping terrain.

Project Results/

• The East Greenwich solar array was completed avoiding underground obstructions without major layout modification.
• The resulting array successfully covered the intended walking paths and overhangs above school entrances.
• The completed project provided the aesthetics and functionality that was originally expressed by the customer.

Relevant Links/

• Original East Greenwich Solar Power Purchase Agreement RFP.
  East Greenwich PPA RFP
• Article on the solar development, although originally bid by Solar City, was eventually awarded to HESP Solar.
  East Greenwich Schools plans solar energy project.

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