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Follow on Google News | Pika Energy, GenPro Energy Solutions Deliver Wind-Solar Energy to Ravenna SchoolsThe nation’s first integrated wind-solar system installed at a public school delivers clean energy and smart grid management
By: Pika Energy “I am excited to use this technology as an educational opportunity for our students,” said Dwaine Uttecht, Superintendent of Ravenna Public Schools. “We are able to easily see the energy output for the wind turbine and solar panel and use them as a comparison with the traditional electricity consumption. We use this renewable energy at our Youth Center that is a safe place for students to work on homework and build relationships with their peers.” The hybrid system enables Ravenna Public Schools to generate power from two forms of energy – wind and solar. The installation includes a Pika T701 Home Wind Turbine and a ground-mounted solar array, connected in parallel to a Pika X3001 Hybrid Inverter. Rather than requiring a separate inverter for each energy source, Pika’s REbus™ DC Microgrid enables Ravenna to combine both power sources to the utility AC grid through the larger central inverter. This approach is more economical, offers flexibility in site layout and design, and enables smarter grid management. Ravenna can access information about all of its renewable energy sources and electrical loads from a single web-based interface. “The integration of multiple renewable technologies allows us to offer a solution for our clients that maximizes independent energy production,” “Wind-solar hybrid energy systems are ideal for campus settings because they can make the most out of the resources available even on a small footprint. We are really proud to have our technology installed at Ravenna High School,” says Ben Polito, President and Co-founder of Pika Energy. “In addition to generating clean energy, our REbus Microgrid lets students monitor energy production, and hopefully get excited about a career in renewable energy.” About GenPro Energy Solutions GenPro Energy Solutions is a recognized leader in customized energy solutions. Based in Piedmont, South Dakota, it is the largest full-line renewable and energy efficiency distributor in the Mid-West and is the region’s foremost expert on renewable energy integration and product offerings. GenPro aggregates systems and technology to respond to a need, partnering with municipalities, utilities, state and national governments and commercial businesses on projects ranging from the design and specification energy efficient lighting systems to the development of utility-grade solar energy production. GenPro has a NABCEP, SEI and ASES certified design team with hands-on installation experience throughout North America. GenPro is currently supporting projects from Alaska to The Bahamas. For more information, please visit: www.genproenergy.com. About Pika Energy Founded in 2010 by MIT engineers, Pika Energy manufacturers a high-performance, cost-effective wind turbine for the residential market (http://www.pika- Note for reporters: high-resolution photography is available upon request Contact: Alison Harris Harris Media Services +1 207.829.4500 Alison@harrismediaservices.com End
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