A greenhouse in southern Hungary, is using self-produced solar energy to help meet its electricity needs
A greenhouse in southern Hungary, is using self-produced solar energy to help meet its electricity needs
1 PagesHODMEZO GREENHOUSE, HUNGARY A greenhouse in southern Hungary, is using self-produced solar energy to help meet its electricity needs and cut the cost of growing vegetables. The PV system was developed and installed in just three weeks by Manitu Solar, a leading solar company in the region. Optimizing space to meet the customer’s needs, Manitu Solar split the 90 kW system across two locations. Roughly 50 kW was installed on the trapezoidal steel roof of a near-by building while 40 kW was ground mounted on the southern side of the greenhouse. Built entirely with Canadian Solar CS6P-P modules, the system contributes to the owner’s overall renewable energy strategy. Using geothermal technology to heat the green-house, most of the additional electricity needs are now met by the PV solution. Off
