Renfrew Solar Carport at Spark

Solar Project Renfrew Solar Carport

Providing renewable energy and protection from extreme weather

The Renfrew Solar Carport was developed with community support and funding from the Alberta Municipal Stimulus Program. This clean electricity project is located at the TELUS Spark Science Centre parking lot.

The Solar Carport can generate 1.2 megawatts of solar power using high-efficiency bi-facial solar panels. These panels are mounted on special racking designed for icy weather. The carport structure also includes built-in lighting to improve parking lot security. It supplies the Science Centre with the electricity it makes. It produces over 1.2 million kWh each year, enough for 185 average Calgary homes.

The Carport helps us meet Calgary’s climate goals by protecting cars from the weather and making clean electricity. It stands out in Renfrew and at the Science Centre by creating jobs, advancing technology, and caring for the environment.

Quick facts

  • Includes 2,292 solar panels rated at 525 watts each.
  • Can produce more than 1.2 million kWh of renewable energy per year.
  • Provides more than half of the electricity used by the Science Centre.

Project budget

Budget approved: $3.9M

Construction schedule

  • Early 2021: Complete design concept
  • Summer 2021: Tender and award contract
  • Fall 2021: Construction begins
  • Winter 2022: System activation
  • Spring 2023: Complete construction

Project contractor

  • CANA Construction

Project design team

  • Terralta
  • O2 Planning + Design
  • SMP Engineering

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