Columbus Zoo AEP Microgrid
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Project Type: Renewable Energy
Contract: $250,000
Role: Electrical Subcontractor for Third Sun Solar
General Contractor: Worley — Energy/Chemicals/Resources
Completion: 2020
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium installed a microgrid to help power a portion of the Polar Frontier exhibit. A ground-mount solar array powers an extensive battery system behind the meter of the Polar Frontier complex, working like a backup generator to provide renewable energy when needed.
Challenges
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium was open and active during the installation of the microgrid.
Outcome
The project was completed on schedule with 775 hours.
Highlights
The 134.4KW ground-mounted solar array was one of only 3 solar projects AEP completed in the State of Ohio in 2020.
$250K
contract
134.4 KW
solar array
775
hours
