Windsor’s downtown family aquatic complex could have rooftop solar panels.
“We found out we were going to have a savings and we said, ‘Now is the time to do it,’” said city councillor Drew Dilkins on Wednesday.
According to Dilkens, who chairs the aquatic centre committee, the $77-million facility could have $255,000 worth of structural work done to ensure the roof is capable of supporting solar panels.
The concept became possible when the digging revealed some sewer connection work wasn’t needed and there were $280,000 in savings, Dilkens said.
The committee overseeing the construction will take the idea to city council for approval Monday or the following week, he said.
The city could acquire the solar panels or rent the rooftop, Dilkens said.
Dilkens noted that during the public consultation phase of the project, people were asked what kind of green initiatives should be added to the building.
Dilkens added that the project is currently on time and on budget.
The 50-metre pool must be open by August 2013 to accommodate the International Children’s Games. The entire complex should be open to the public by December 2013.
Source:http://blogs.windsorstar.com/2012/04/25/solar-panels-could-be-added-to-windsors-aquatic-centre/
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