wiredinUSA October 2014

PV panels hit the roof “Dominion has been an outstanding corporate partner to Virginia Union University for many years,” said Dr Claude G Perkins, president and CEO of Virginia Union. “We are excited to take part in the solar partnership program and look forward to additional opportunities to advance the university's sustainability efforts.” Electricity generated from the solar panels will flow to the electric grid for use by Dominion Virginia Power customers. Dominion’s Solar Partnership Program is authorized toconstruct andoperateup to 30MW of company-owned solar facilities on leased rooftops or on the grounds of commercial businesses and public properties throughout the company’s service area. When fully implemented, the programwill generate enough power for up to 7,500 homes.

Dominion Virginia Power has installed 240 photovoltaic panels on the rooftop of Virginia Union University’s Thomas H Henderson Center. The system will generate around 70kW of electricity. “Dominion Virginia Power is making important strides in the solar energy arena,” said Ken Barker, vice president of customer solutions. “Businesses and educational institutions in the state, such as Virginia Union University, have shown they are as dedicated to the development of renewable energy as we are. We are thankful for their support and enthusiasm.” The installation at Virginia Union University is considered a demonstration site under Dominion’s solar partnership program. Demonstration sites are strategically selected locations that offer community benefits by providing opportunities for customer outreach and education of solar technologies.

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