Project Summary: Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Biscayne Hall, Ft. Myers, FL
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| Project Name | Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Biscayne Hall |
|---|---|
| Owner/Operator | FGCU |
| City/County | Ft. Myers |
| State | Florida |
| Utility Name | FPL |
| Date Operational | April 2009 |
| Application | Water heating |
| Building Type | Multi-unit residential |
| Building or Application Size | 411 Rooms |
| Collector Type | Flat-plate |
| Collector Area | 960 ft2 |
| Collector Manufacturer | AET |
| Storage System Type | Water |
| Storage Size | 2,608 gallons |
| Auxiliary Fuel | Electricity |
| System Installation Contractor | Regenesis Energy Services |
| Contractor Contact | Dell Jones |
| Brief Project Description | The 24 collector system is installed on the roof of a dormitory in the South Village housing complex. The system economics work well, as the backup source for hot water is electricity. |
| Utility Involvement | The project is part of a campus-wide solar development. A 2 MW photovoltaic system provides power to the campus. |
| For More Information | FGCU and Solar Energy Web site |
| Project Contact | Dell Jones |
| Date Information Updated | 5/3/2010 |