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2008 Minnesota Solar Tour
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Vifquain Residence
4145 Chowen Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55410
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Building the array into the roof ridge demonstrates
the flexibility of the technology and proves that it can work in
less than ideal southern exposures. This owner installed system
has a unique aesthetic typical of solar homes, with roof slopes
optimized for solar exposure. Due to extensive efficency measures,
this relatively small array offsets a consderable percentage of
the household's energy consumption.
System Components
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24 Arco solar PV panels |
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Trace 2420 grid inter-tie inverter |
Additional Sustainable Features
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High-efficiency appliances with on-demand
water heater |
Designer/Engineer/Installer
Brad Vifquain
Date of Installation Completion
1991
System Cost and Payback and Financial Incentives
Utilized
$10,000
Anticipated Energy Delivery When Purchased
10%
Actual Energy Delivered When Installed
10%
Percentage of Total Energy Needs Delivered
10% with additional energy saving appliances
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