Project Profile

Overview

Solar Power Partners (SPP) used a solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to develop a 1.2 MW total system for the University of California San Diego (UCSD). The system includes rooftop and raised fixed arrays, and enables the university to take advantage of solar power without any upfront cash.

Results

In addition to design oversight, SPP owns, operates, and maintains the solar system. The system has an estimated annual output of 139,777 kWh, which is equivalent to 99.5 metric tons of carbon dioxide, or emissions from 11,294 gallons of gasoline consumed.

"We are grateful to Borrego Solar, Solar Power Partners and Kyocera Solar for their assistance in helping make the solar energy aspect of this project a reality. Borrego’s experience and expertise will allow us to quickly activate the system and maximize its efficiency, and Solar Power Partners’ PPA provided us with a creative financing solution that fits our needs."

-David Weil
Assistant Director,
UC San Diego Facilities Management