The photovoltaic array at Steiner Plumbing, Electric and Heating Inc. was completed in April of 2007, being the first of its kind in River Falls. The 2.6 kilowatt array produces approximately 25% of the business' electrical power and sells any excess power back to the grid. This solar panel is estimated to generate 4,518 kilowatt-hours on an annual basis.
System Design
The system was designed by Craig Tarr of Energy Concepts in Hudson, Wisconsin, and was installed by Steiner’s own team, which does installation of solar and wind systems throughout western Wisconsin.