The University of Maryland has announce the installation of 20 new solar panels on the roof of the North Campus Diner. These solar panels will be used to generate 1/3 of the Diner's hot water. The University's solar panel initiative will help accomplish the long-term goal of reducing the campus' carbon footprint to zero by the year 2050.
“When completed, it is projected to save about $1.7 million annually in avoided energy costs — nearly 5 million kilowatt-hours and 2.5 million gallons of water,” Facilities’ Conservation Manager Susan Corry said.
The University is expected to install solar panels on the roof of Cole Field House soon. Other potential facilities to receive the solar panels include the Art-Sociology Building, Plant Sciences Building and Easton Hall.
Source: Diamondbackonline.com
