On this web page, we share the first stages of the zero energy project of the Cormier Village Cultural and Sports Center, initiated in 2012. In 2023, 20 solar panels of 405 W each (with a capacity of 8.1kW/h conventional were added to the roof.
Roof Installations in 2013
Roof Installations in 2023
On the ground, we find:
*16 bifacial panels of 545W each (capacity of 8.72kW/h), with 1 axis of rotation
*16 bifacial panels of 545W each (capacity of 8.72kW/h), with 2 axes of rotation
*16 bifacial panels of 545W each (capacity of 8.72kW/h)
According to tests undertaken with bifacial panels (which can capture the sun’s rays on both sides) attached to the ground, they can create 11 to 23% more energy than their single-sided counterparts. The system is oriented towards the geographic south.
The images below show the bifacial panels.
The pivoting panels are equipped with wind and light sensors, as well as an automatic snow removal function. According to the manufacturer, pivoting solar panels can obtain an average efficiency of 42.9% higher than that of a fixed support system.
In case of snow, the panels automatically rotate horizontal to accelerate recently fallen snow. The light sensor allows the panels to follow the sun to capture as many solar rays as possible, while the wind sensor tells the panels to move into a horizontal position.
The motor is used to rotate the panels in the event of excessive wind or snow accumulation on the panels.
