REDWOOD CITY, CA--(Marketwire - January 28, 2009) - As part of Rudolph and Sletten, Inc.'s continued commitment to sustainability, the company announced today the installation of its new solar photovoltaic system at its Irvine, California office. The photovoltaic panels which cover the roof operate like a miniature power plant converting the sun's rays into electric energy. The 50-kilowatt system reduces Rudolph and Sletten's reliance on conventional electricity at the office by 25%. This installation of "green" technology will pay for itself in just over ten years.
"As a leader in sustainable construction, we find it imperative to practice our own philosophies," says Martin Sisemore, CEO and President of Rudolph and Sletten. "Our corporate offices are LEED Gold Certified, our fleet is comprised of hybrid vehicles and we are requiring our managers to become LEED accredited, 180 already have." Sisemore continues, "We are always looking for ways to reduce our carbon footprint, and installing solar photovoltaic panels is a logical and viable option."
Over the 30-year-life of the photovoltaic system, Rudolph and Sletten's Irvine office will reduce their carbon emissions by more than 1,594 tons, the equivalent of planting 37,067 trees, removing 271 cars from the road, or not taking 1,547 round trips flights between San Francisco and New York.
Rudolph and Sletten owns its Irvine office. Its other California offices are leased and thus not under consideration for the same installation projects.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
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