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‘The power of the panel‘ UW students design solar roof for Federation Hall olar energy is now Sl:vmg harnessed to produce clean, free electricity at the University of Waterloo‘s kederation Hall. In November 2003, the 36â€"panel array of photoâ€" voltaic iPYÂ¥) solar panels was installed on the roof of Frederation Halt, the largest studentâ€"run pub in North America. Last month, the solar artay went live and is capaâ€" ble of generating electricity tor 30 to 50 years or more. Chis is the first studentâ€" designed solar array on a university campus in Canaâ€" Now that the array is upâ€" andâ€"running, plans for workshops, seminars, and educational programs for elementary school children are underway. The solar array utilizes a cuttingâ€"edge technology called "gridâ€"tieing". _ _ The electricity produced in a gridâ€"tied system is fed into the building‘s electrical panel to be used onâ€"site at Federation Hall or, if there is surplus power, will be autoâ€" matically directed back to the university‘s utility grid and used anywhere on campus. The Federation Hall solar array is a result of the efforts of the Solar Technology Education Project (S.T.E.P}, a studentâ€"led volunteer team at the University of Waterloo whose goal was to install a PV array as a demonstration project to raise awareness about renewable energies. In addition to electricity production, the array will prevent more than 1,200 kg of CO2 a vear from pollutâ€" 'Ime Waterloo Chronicle is accepting submissions for a special section to be released in April called "Faces of the Future." The project will highlight local youths between the ages 12 and 20 who are making their mark on the community in different ways â€" acadeâ€" mics, athletics, arts, volunteering, etc. Waterloo whose goal was to _ of Canada‘s first solar neighâ€" Spheral Solar of Camâ€" The S.TE.P, team is conâ€" install a PV array as a â€" bourhood. bridge is developing a new | sidering new projects demonstration project to ARISE _ Technologies _ solar cell that will use less _ including a solar hot water raise awareness about _ Corp. of Kitchener is workâ€" _ silicon, thereby bringing the â€" system for the Physical renewable energies. ing with Cook Homes to _ cost down to competitive â€" Activity Centre (PAC), a In addition to electricity â€" build new homes in the _ levels. "solar sculpture" that moves production, the array will _ Eastbridge area with inteâ€" All of these initiatives _ when the sun is out, or a PV prevent more than 1,200 kg _ grated PV systems. complement the Region of _ solar array that tracks the of CO2 a year from pollutâ€" Also, the City of Waterloo _ Waterloo‘s Clean Air Plan, _ sun. Chronicle shines spotlight on local youth We invite our readers to submit a ing our air by avoiding the burning of fossil fuels. _ The S.T..Eâ€"P. project is only one piece of the solar boom that is taking place in Waterloo region. "We aimed to highlight the role of renewable enerâ€" gies and energy efficiency as powerful solutions to cliâ€" mate change," said Jeff DeLoyde, S.T.E.P. director and fourth year environâ€" mental engineering stuâ€" dent. University of Waterloo students recently celebrated the unveiling of a new 36â€"panel array of photovoltaic (PV) solar panels installed of the roof of Federation Hall. Waterloo will be the site of Canada‘s first solar neighâ€" bourhood. ARISE _ Technologies Corp. of Kitchener is workâ€" ing with Cook Homes to build new homes in the Eastbridge area with inteâ€" grated PV systems. Also, the City of Waterloo oneâ€" to twoâ€"paragraph biography on these youths, describing their area of excellence and the contributions they‘ve made, and include a photoâ€" graph of them taking part in the activiâ€" ty for which they‘re being recognized. _ Chronicle staff will then choose the submissions that best fit the theme of the special section. The Waterloo Chronicle cannot ENIORS WE HAVE YOU IN MIND. .,, UIFESIYLE Don‘t forget about Senior‘s Day, Thursday February 26th Join us for Free Coffee and Snacks KIN(;*IRII t 8so1 T4 UPTOWN WATERLOO recently installed a solar array on their City Hall building as a solar energy pilot project. Spheral Solar of Camâ€" bridge is developing a new solar cell that will use less silicon, thereby bringing the cost down to competitive levels. "This is the first of many renewable energy projects on campus." S.T.EP director â€" Jeff DeLoyde guarantee all entries will make the publication. Readers can mail entries or submit them in person to the Waterloo Chronâ€" icle, 279 Weber St. N., Waterloo, ON, N2J 3H8. Entries can also be eâ€"mailed to ediâ€" torial@waterloochronicle.ca. Entries must be submitted by March 10, 2004. The S.T.E.P. project startâ€" ed in January 2002 and has since involved more than 75 volunteers and raised over $40,000 from 22 sponsors including UW groups and businesses. which aims (in part) to improve the region‘s notoriâ€" ously poor air quality by pursuing initiatives such as public transit and renewâ€" able energy projects. "This is the first of many renewable energy projects on campus," said DeLoyde. en tanbias EhM c 2 d k ce SusmItTtD »0T0 The Waterloo Horticultural Society will host an event this Friday at 7:30 p.m., in the Community room of the Adult Recreation Centre Retreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome and there is no adimission to attend. The centre is located at 185 King S S itage Seeds. Are you looking to replace your now weary Valenâ€" tine‘s Day flowers? A fresh bouquet of spring tulips is the perfect pickâ€"meâ€"up. As part of The Lung Association‘s Tulip Day, tulips that have been ordered will be landing at office doors on March 3. Throughout February, bunches of tulips valued at $30 have been available for purchase for only $6, with the proceeds benefiting The Lung Association‘s asthâ€" ma, air quaity, COPD and tobacco programs, as well as help to fund vital respitory research. "Tulip Day is a terriffic opportunity to bring some hope, not only to those who suffer from disease, but to those who may think winter will never end," said Michele Breault, development coordinator. Details of the campaign can be found at www.on.lung.ca or by calling The Lung Association in Waterloo at 886â€"8100. The Lung Association‘s goal was to sell 7,000 bouâ€" quets of tulips in Waterloo Region, and a total of 100,000 bunches across Ontario. The Lung Association is a registered charity that provides information and funding for research to improve lung health. The organization focuses on the prevention and control of asthma, chronic lung disease, tobacco cesâ€" sation and prevention, as well as air quality and its effects on lung health. For further information on lung health, call the Lung Association at 1â€"888â€"566â€"5864 or visit their Web site at www.on.Jung.ca. There will be a vendors showcase and concert by the Waterloo Regional Police Band, presented by Pride Stables, this Sunday at the Canadian Auto Workers® Hall, from noon to 4 p.m. There will be 21 vendors who will show their wares, and sell or take orders. A portion of all sales will go to support the theraputic riding program at Pride Staâ€" bles. The list of vendors who will be present includes Avon, Bears in Breeches, Blockbuster Video, Bob & Jean‘s Crafts, Debbie‘s Plush Animals, 1.‘il Spice Shack, Mary Kay Cosmetics and The Pampered Chef. The Canadian Auto Workers‘ Hall is located at 600 Wabanaki Dr. in Kitchener. Vendors showcase raises funds for riding program ‘Heritage seeds‘ topic of horticultural meeting The Tulip Day supports The Lung Association event will feature Bob Wildfong of Doon Herâ€" rossroads, who will be speaking on Heritage