Lyttelton School

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Back in September 2013 CPS Solar installed a 42 panel, 9 Kw solar energy system while rebuilding the earthquake-hit Lyttelton Main School. Lyttelton was hit hard by the quakes throughout 2010 and 2011 and as part of their rebuild, the school opted to embrace smart energy solutions for their repairs and development.  But that is not the end of the story.

In May 2014, Lyttelton Main School merged with Lyttelton West School to form Lyttelton Primary School. Since the merger the schools have been housed on two sites but construction is now well underway on a new site where the two schools will come together in one location. The opening of this leading edge 21st century school is scheduled for 2nd of May 2016.

Solar panels reused

An exciting stage of the construction has recently been completed. CPS Solar undertook the transfer of the existing solar PV system from Lyttelton Main School over to the new Primary School building. With a life expectancy of around 30 years and the value of the PV system, economically it was worth moving the panels.

CPS Solar owner, Murray Marquet who has been on-site directing the work said “with the old school building due to be demolished and with at least 25 years worth of life left in the system, it made sense for us to reuse the solar PV. We were able to transfer 95% of the materials onto the new building. It’s a great outcome for the school.”

The building of the new school is on track to be completed in time for an 18 April handover of keys. This will allow time to move in, all ready for the Term 2 start date of 2 May.

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Our smart solar panel systems capture the sun’s clean, free energy, so you can take control of your own energy supply for years to come.

Specialists in renewable solar energy solutions, CPS Solar is a vibrant, innovative company whose parent company, Canterbury Power Solutions, was established in 2007 by owners Murray and Jackie Marquet. A few years ago, Canterbury Power saw the need for a separate business unit focusing on helping New Zealanders become more energy efficient.

Renewable energy solutions

CPS Solar concentrates on sustainable, renewable energy products like solar panels, grid-tied, hybrid and off-grid solar systems for residential and commercial use. All of which means real savings for energy consumers, help to reduce the stress on our national grid and improve New Zealand’s carbon footprint.

Tailor-made commercial solar power systems

With a possible ROI of over 11%, a solar PV system installed on your commercial facility not only delivers valuable energy and cost savings, it is also a highly visible statement to clients, staff and the general public, of your company’s sustainability credentials.

A flexible commercial solar leasing option that allows you to invest in solar for your business without the upfront capital outlay is now available.

CPS Solar has been involved in many commercial solar installations such as Mitre 10 Mega in Wanaka, Arivida Parkland Retirement Village in Christchurch, Move Logistics in Rolleston and Lyttleton Primary School.

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CPS Solar operate throughout the South Island. Please contact us or phone 0800 277 548, to see how we can assist you or your business to achieve a more energy-efficient lifestyle.

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