As one of the leading sustainable universities in the nation, Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to utilizing renewable energy to power their operations and reduce operating costs. In June of 2009, Bella Energy completed a prominent solar array on the Engineering Building of CSU’s Fort Collins campus.
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Ductworks, Inc.’s initial motivation to install a solar energy system was the lucrative federal tax credits. The financial benefits of Federal Investment Tax Credit, Xcel Rebates and asset depreciation created a compelling cash positive investment for Ductworks, Inc.
When Eco-Products moved into their new office facility, they sought to continue their long standing commitment to sustainability and diversify their company’s assets by investing n a solar energy system. Working with Bella Energy, Eco-Products was able to implement a 49kW solar system that covers approximately 50 percent of their building’s energy cost. Further financial benefits are expected through depreciation of the solar system and realizing the tax benefits provided in the Federal Investment Tax Credit. The Bella Energy solar system delivered a significant reduction in Eco-Products’ environmental footprint as well as a boost to their bottom line.
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Boulder County and Bella Energy have installed a 200kW solar electric systems on the Justice Center at 1777 6th Street, Boulder.
The project was financed using an innovative financial partnership with Conergy Finance Program that maximizes the County’s return on investment and minimizes up-front costs. Bella Energy designed and installed the systems.
Total energy production will be approximately 280,000 kilowatt hours per year, covering 15% of the building’s energy. A Fat Spaniel computer-based monitoring system will track energy production and consumption data, accessible to the public over the internet.
