Pedigree Ovens' Solar Array: A Big Step Towards Cleaner Energy
Pedigree Ovens and The Pound Bakery in Harvard, Illinois, USA, has installed a substantial solar power system. It spans 200,000 square feet, covering 4.5 acres, and is designed in the shape of a bone and pawprint. This system is set to produce over 2,044,000 kilowatt hours (kWh) of solar energy annually, significantly contributing to the company's power needs.
The global solar power industry experienced remarkable growth in 2019. The International Energy Agency reported that 114.9 gigawatts of new solar power capacity was installed worldwide. This was a faster growth rate than the previous year. China led the installations, followed by Europe and the United States. As a result, solar power now accounts for approximately 3% of the world's power.
The solar array at Pedigree Ovens and The Pound Bakery is expected to prevent the release of a considerable amount of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Based on installed capacity at the end of 2019, it could potentially reduce emissions by up to 720 million tons.
The solar power system at Pedigree Ovens and The Pound Bakery is a significant step towards cleaner energy. It not only meets a substantial portion of the company's power needs but also contributes to reducing global carbon emissions.
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