The Vancouver Firehall #17 is the first firehall in Canada to achieve the zero-carbon accreditation. Hakai Energy is pleased to have been part of this impressive project, and delivered the project’s solar scope.

From 2019-2022, the Vancouver Firehall No. 17 underwent significant renovations, including the installation of a 85.8kW dc solar photovoltaic system. The newly renovated Firehall No. 17 is the second largest training firehall for Vancouver Fire Rescue Services. The building has been designated as a post-disaster communications hub, and is fitted with equipment needed to keep the community connected in the event of a disaster, such as an earthquake. The firehall building is a now holds a titles such as LEED Gold certification and Net Zero Energy as defined by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, and now, Zero-Carbon. The Hakai team constructed a 5,000sq. ft array consisting of 212 solar modules, combined with commercial paralleled string inverters. The solar array is mounted to the torch on flat roof of the firehall, set on a ballasted flat roof mounting system.

Hakai Energy Solutions collaborated with the City of Vancouver to deliver this installation. This system is a community showcase of the City of Vancouver’s commitment to sustainability. The firehall demonstrates that it is possible to purpose build climate neutral buildings, and place sustainability at the forefront of new builds and renovations.

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