Green developer Voltaic Solaire will next week unveil the first building in New York City to power itself. The mixed-use private development, called the Delta, was built in conjunction with Samsung, Sharp, IKEA and other partners. It combines solar and wind energy to meet 100% of its energy needs — generating its own electricity, hot water and heat.
“The Delta fulfills the promise of Mayor Bloomberg’s PlaNYC, whose goal is to reduce New York's carbon emissions by 30% by 2030,” says Voltaic Solaire CFO Ron Faia.
From its Sharp and Samsung solar panels to its solar skin, from its Kingston Block & Masonry Supply aggregate building materials to its window treatments and Eemax tankless water heaters, the Delta is a case study in sustainability and energy independence. Renewable energy is projected to see 40% growth per year for the foreseeable future, according to Voltaic Solaire.
The Delta is comprised of one triplex residence and one studio residence, with attached restaurant and retail. It will be maintained as a bed and breakfast, in order to facilitate ongoing educational visits for schools, tour groups and others.
Source:http://www.solarnovus.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5306:voltaic-solaire-sharp-samsung-unveil-nyc-100-green-energy-building&catid=41:applications-tech-news&Itemid=245
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