Solarize Energy Announces Agreement with the Second Largest Cattle Operation in Ontario

June 1, 2010 - PRLog -- The 675 kiloWatt system will produce enough energy to power 67 average Canadian homes or to light more than 45,000 average-sized compact fluorescent light bulbs. “Solarize Energy is committed to assisting the agricultural sector in adopting renewable energy as a strategy that combines a positive environmental impact with a financially sustainable investment. This is possible under the government of Ontario’s FIT Program with its focus on the promotion of distributed generation of green power. In countries like Germany, the agricultural sector has been a leading force in the adoption of renewable energy and we fully expect this to be the case in Ontario. For this particular project, we are excited to team with Van Osch Farms in putting in place a system that does not compromise the biosecurity, or in any other way affect the operations, of a 9,000-head beef operation”, said Carlos Leite, General Partner at Solarize Energy L.P.

By replacing fossil fuels, the green energy generated by this system will also contribute significantly to efforts to fight climate change: the annual reduction in GHG emissions is equivalent to eliminating 728 tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere or to removing 134 cars or light trucks off the road. “Designing and engineering a system of this degree of complexity and ensuring that the installation and operation does not compromise our main line of business requires a particular combination of experience and skills. We believe that Solarize can deliver that expertise to help us generate an additional source of revenue and at the same time contribute effectively to the fight against climate change” said Fred Van Osch, who runs Van Osch Farms along with Gerald Van Osch. “We are excited about partnering with Solarize and reducing our carbon footprint.” added Gerald.

About Solarize Energy L.P.

Solarize Energy L.P., based in Brantford, has been established to develop, finance, own and manage distributed solar energy assets on behalf of their investors and strategic development partners. The management group has a long history in the solar sector and in the agricultural sector in both North American and international markets. The in-house team provides expert design and engineering, procurement and construction, as well as commissioning and operations management of solar energy projects. With strategic alliances with leading equipment suppliers and with ready access to financing, Solarize offers a one-stop shop for those wishing to install solar systems under the FIT Program. More information is available at www.solarizeenergy.ca.

About ProQuip

ProQuip International, based in Brantford, is a Canadian company in business since 1996. Their extensive experience in LED lighting and solar power solutions has made them a recognized leader in the movement to build green communities. More information is available at www.pqi.ca.

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ProQuip is the contracted company for Solarize Energy solar pv projects. They provide solar expertise, engineering, product procurement, and installation support.