Listen to Solar for Businesses and Institutions
Don Martin from Bloomin' Flower Cards
Don Martin from Bloomin' Flower Cards talks about his new solar systems that offsets 100% of his company's electric use, and his experience going solar with Independent Power Systems.
Coors Field Solar System
Independent Power Systems partnered with XCEL Energy bringing solar to Coors Field, home of the 2007 National League Pennant winners. This 10 kW PV system is the first commercial scale grid-tie PV system in any major league stadium. Utilizing SunPower all black 215 watt modules, this system is designed to produce more energy per year than the scoreboard consumes. This system was specified by Xcel Energy and purchased by the Colorado Rockies. An IPS custom all black racking system seamlessly integrates the modules into the stadium structure. This solar system will inspire hundreds of thousands of fans per year. Read the press release here (opens in new window).
Coors Field Live Solar System Performance
Bozeman Public Library, Bozeman, MT.
This 16kW PV array helped the library earn points towards their Leading in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)Silver Certification. The system consists of 88-Kyocera 190 Watt panels and 3-SMA 6000U inverters. To view the system's performance since its installation in 2007, visit the Fat Spaniel Technologies website.
Colorado College
This 24.6 kW system covers an area of 2,070 square feet, and is capable of producing more than 34,000-kilowatt hours of energy per year. IPS designed and installed this system in less than three weeks, to be ready in time for the 2008 graduation. The effort to go solar was initated by Colorado College students led by junior David Amster Olszewski.
Whitetail Ranch, Greycliff, MT.
This 14.4 kW, ground-mount system integrates 72-Kyocera 200 Watt Panels and 3-SMA 6000U inverters.
Solar for Business - 1155 Canyon, Boulder
With a LEED certified core and shell, and one of the largest solar electric installations in Boulder, this new downtown landmark clearly states its commitment to renewable energy and sustainable development. A total of 20 individual units in the office building and the common areas are powered by the solar electric system.
ACME Hotel, Billings, MT
This 16.3 kW roof-mount system was part of the rennovation of the ACME building by homeWORD, developers of sustainable and affordable housing. The system integrates 103-Kyocera 158 Watt solar panels and 7-SMA 2500U inverters.
Community Food COOP, Bozeman, MT.
Since it was installed in 2002, this grid-tied array has produced over 10,000 Kilowatt Hours of electricity. The system consists of 48-Siemens 75 Watt solar panels and 2-SMA grid-tie inverters, for a rated output of 3.6 kilowatts.
SunPower Elite Dealer
Independent Power Systems is proud to be a SunPower Elite Dealer and winner of the SunPower Intelegant Award. Read more about the advantages of working with a SunPower Elite Dealer in Colorado and Montana. The Intelegant Award is given for technical excellence and aesthetic appeal in residential solar design and installation. Read the press release here (opens in a new window).
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Contact IPS
IPS Colorado
1501 Lee Hill Rd. #24
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 443-0115
colorado@solarips.com
IPS Montana
810 N. Wallace, Suite A
Bozeman, MT 59715
Phone: 406-587-5295
montana@solarips.com
Take the Solar Tour
We love showing off our work, drop by and take a tour of the award-winning solar neighborhood right in our back yard. Give us a call at (303) 443-0115 or sign up here.
Memberships & Associations
The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (opens in a new window), is the premier renewable energy testing and standards board. IPS is proud to have 5 NABCEP certified installers on staff in Bozeman and Boulder.
The Montana Renewable Energy Association (opens in a new window), which organized in November 2000 in Butte, hope to expand the use of renewable energy technologies; affect public policy in favor of renewable energy; and educate and inform residents about the benefits and uses of renewable energy.
The Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association (opens in a new window), represents and serves energy professionals and renewable energy users. We promote the use of solar energy and conservation to improve the environment and create a sustainable future.
The Boulder Green Building Guild (BGBG) (opens in a new window), is a non-profit trade organization representing a wide range of leaders in the green building movement.
The Center for ReSource Conservation (opens in a new window), formerly the Boulder Energy Conservation Center (BECC), was founded in 1976 by group of community minded citizens seeking ways to help reduce our dependence on non-renewable resources.
The Southwest Montana Building Industry Association SWMBIA strives to create an environment where all Montanans have access to affordable housing. We are concerned professionals working with pride and integrity to provide the ’American Dream’ of homeownership for everyone. It is our desire to help everyone in southwest Montana to achieve this goal. SWMBIA is a member of the NAHB National Green Building Program. (link opens in a new window).
Rockies Go Solar!
Did you know the solar experts at IPS installed the solar electric system that helps power Coors Field? Monitor the energy output of the Coors Field scoreboard in real-time. Read the press release here (opens in new window).