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A Alesc (Legislative Assembly of Santa Catarina) installed a solar energy system on its premises with the aim of generating clean energy and reducing electricity bill costs.
The work was carried out by Quantum Engenharia and included the installation of 636 photovoltaic modules, 400 Wp each. The panels were distributed over an area of approximately 1.5 km² and will guarantee a annual electrical energy production estimated at 328,745.00 kWh.
According to Thiago Martins, manager of the solar energy department at Quantum Engenharia, the use of the technology will reduce around 20% of the percentage of electrical energy that is currently consumed every day by Alesc. In total, the system will prevent the emission of 174 tons of CO² into the atmosphere in one year, the equivalent of planting 4,400 trees.
According to Martins, by promoting the use of photovoltaic solar energy, public authorities contribute to the Brazilian goal of reducing greenhouse gases and savings on their electricity bills. “Institutions that invest in this source reduce their expenses and add value to society, such as socio-environmental awareness”.
With one of the best solar resources on the planet, Brazil is experiencing exponential growth in photovoltaic solar technology, with the installed power of this clean, renewable and affordable source practically doubling, year after year, in the country.
