More solar for a brighter future

Flinders has set the renewable energy bar high with extensive roof top solar and an impressive array in car park 3. Now more roof top solar is set to be installed in coming weeks.

In line with impressive results from the University’s existing solar infrastructure and Flinders’ ongoing commitment to sustainability, additional panels will be installed over September and November across a number of buildings including:

North Ridge
• Drama Centre
• South Lecture Theatre (1&2)
• Sports Centre

Sturt
• Sturt East
• Sturt South
• Sturt West

Solar panels on these six buildings are expected to add approximately 320kW to Flinders’ clean energy production, helping reduce energy bills and balance the power supply to campus during extreme summer temperatures.

This project is part of the University’s broader sustainability activities and will progress our journey to become a carbon positive university – taking more carbon out of the atmosphere than we produce.

Installation details
Installation of the solar panels is expected to start on 23 September 2019, with the major works finished by the end of November 2019.

Impact on building occupants will be minimised but please note:

Access
Disruption to building access is likely to be minimal as most of the works occur on the roof. However, certain car parks and loading bays will be used as the works progress. Where works require access into spaces on the level below, Property, Facilities and Development will work with stakeholders to determine the best time for this to occur.

Noise
There will be some construction noise when the rails and solar panels are fixed to the roof sheeting however any disruption to staff and students will be minimised.

Power outages
Power will need to be shut down to certain areas during the installation of the solar panels. Where possible these will be limited to outside business hours.

Thank you for your ongoing understanding as the University works to further our sustainability efforts for a brighter future.

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