2015 Solar panel system at Student Union

Date: September 2015

Description: A 20kW, 64 panel system was installed on the Union roof to supply a portion of the building’s energy usage.  An energy monitor on the main floor of the building reports real-time energy generation information.

Allocation amount: $30,000

Benefits to students and UNC: 

  • Energy Savings
  • Cost Savings
  • Energy education