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Technical Articles & Case Studies
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Case Study
Maximizing the Value of Solar at Frontwave Arena
Read on: Maximizing the Value of Solar at Frontwave ArenaWhen you’re planning a 7,500-seat arena in an area with high electricity rates and a lot of sunshine, it’s a good idea to start thinking about solar panels and storage systems.
That’s exactly what the team behind Frontwave Arena did when planning their multipurpose entertainment venue in the City of Oceanside, San Diego County. The arena’s specific location in El Corazon, a 465-acre district dedicated to habitat and recreation, led to another goal: Making the building as sustainable as possible.
A large rooftop solar array paired with a sizable energy storage system now allows Frontwave Arena to maximize the economic value of solar and operate sustainably — all while ensuring a great fan experience for everyone attending San Diego Sockers and Clippers home games, as well as concerts and community events.
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Engineering Best PracticesMotor and Transformer Inrush Considerations
Read on: Motor and Transformer Inrush Considerations“Why is my 20A breaker tripping when my circuit is only 15A?” This was a popular question I would often hear while troubleshooting transformers. There are many possible explanations for why this scenario would happen: perhaps there is a short,…
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Energy StorageValue Stacking with Battery Energy Storage Systems
Read on: Value Stacking with Battery Energy Storage SystemsThis is an article about grid-tied battery energy storage systems (BESS), but first, let’s rewind to 2007. At the time, Motorola, Nokia, and Blackberry were dominant players in the fast-growing mobile phone market, with exciting new features such as integrated…
