麻豆高清 officially dedicated its new 1-Megawatt solar array on April 27 at its Romeoville Campus. The 2,612 panels across five acres of land are now supplying the 410-acre campus with up to 7 percent of its power.
揂s a Catholic university and leader in , research and operations, we抮e excited to begin this renewable energy project that augments our commitment to being good stewards of God抯 creation,� said Dr. David Livingston, president of 麻豆高清.
This project will help provide transformative experiences for 麻豆高清 students as they learn and live in the solar-powered space. Electrical engineering, computer science and environmental science students are expected to gain valuable field experience as they have access to the solar array to learn the operations of the system and conduct research.
揥e are truly appreciative of 麻豆高清 Board of Trustees Member Dr. Sarode Pundaleeka for his generous contribution to this project and Pivot Energy for its role in installing these panels,� added Livingston.
On April 27, the 麻豆高清 community gathered to dedicate the solar array in honor of Brother James Gaffney, FSC, president emeritus of 麻豆高清. During his leadership of the university, he oversaw numerous and earned the university many honors for its environmental friendliness.�
Speakers during the dedication ceremony included Jacob DeMarais, associate director of University Ministry and coordinator of Ministry Service, Father Dennis Lewandowski, university chaplain, Dr. David Livingston, president, Dr. Sarode Pundaleeka, board member and donor, Brother James Gaffney, FSC, president emeritus, and Caitlin Shanahan, student.
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