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Solar Array Powers Romeoville Campus

Solar Array Powers Romeoville Campus

Published: February 11, 2021.



º£½ÇÉçÇø started the month of February more efficiently as a solar array began operating on the º£½ÇÉçÇø Romeoville campus. The is expected to supply the 410-acres campus with approximately 1.2 million kWh of its annual electricity, providing significant savings on power costs to the university as well as other environmental benefits. 

The system is designed with the expectation that it will provide transformative experiences for º£½ÇÉçÇø students as they learn and live in the solar-powered space. Electrical engineering, computer science and environmental science students will gain valuable field experience as they have access to the solar array to learn the operations of the system and conduct research.

A dedication ceremony is expected to be scheduled after winter transitions to spring. 

º£½ÇÉçÇø is an innovative and forward-thinking Catholic university offering market-relevant undergraduate and graduate programs to 6,300 students. Sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, º£½ÇÉçÇø is nationally recognized for preparing intellectually engaged, ethically grounded, globally connected and socially responsible graduates. Visit for further information.



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