Microgrid

Microgrid systems, or “islanded” systems, are standalone community-scale electrical distribution systems that reduce communities’ dependence on diesel-generated power. When isolated communities rely heavily on diesel generation, they face fuel price instability, high operating and maintenance costs, dependence on shipments, and reduced generator lifetimes due to continuous operation.

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Hesquiaht First Nations Place of Learning, Hot Springs Cove

The Hakai team was grateful for the opportunity and took on the challenge to design, install and commission an integrated hybrid energy system. The solar array consists of (323) 405W solar panels which have a system capacity of 130.81kW. The solar energy system is complimented by the Ahtaapq Creek Hydro Generation project, which reduces the overall community dependence on diesel-electric generators. The Hesquiaht First Nation now has access to reliable, renewable energy for decades to come.

Village of Alert Bay, Cormorant Island

With funding provided by the Union of BC Municipalities, the village selected five municipal buildings for the installation of solar arrays. Now, these solar photovoltaic systems offset a large portion of the municipal electrical loads, providing the community with low-carbon energy for decades to come.

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Municipal and Institutional

False Bay School, Lasqueti Island

Hakai Energy Solutions helped this unique Gulf Island community sustain independence from the BC Hydro grid and incur a lifetime savings of almost $600,000, assisting to operate their off-grid community school.

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Municipal and Institutional