ATCO completed the initial feasibility study and is currently installing 35 kW of combined heat and power (CHP), a 55 kW solar PV array with 39 kWh of battery storage, an EV fast-charge station and a BMS control system to integrate the systems together.

ATCO is excited to play a crucial role in delivering this inspired solution that puts EQUS at the forefront of energy conservation and brings EQUS closer to their vision of near net zero electricity grid consumption. Our EPC and project management services ensure optimal performance and integration of the diverse alternative energy solutions for the innovative flagship building. The implementation of CHP and solar will allow EQUS to produce their own electricity and thermal heat while taking advantage of the favourable cost differential between natural gas and electricity in Alberta. Once complete, the project is anticipated to result in:

• 95% grid electricity consumption reduction
• 59% utility cost reduction
• 31% GHG emissions reduction

Beyond the depth of our experience, ATCO’s value add for this project was bringing together the Town of Innisfail and EQUS to install the EV charging station as a joint venture, offsetting capital and operating costs for EQUS.