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Travers Solar: Lighting Canada’s Largest Solar Farm with Solar Energy

 

Amid Alberta’s ambitious energy transition, Travers Solar, Canada’s largest solar farm, stands as an iconic project. To ensure the safety of this strategic site and showcase the power of renewable energy, Sol by Sunna Design, the North American subsidiary of Sunna Design, implemented an innovative solar lighting solution designed to withstand the region’s extreme climatic conditions.

 

  Rural and remote site

    Alberta province – CANADA

  UP2

Un lampadaire solaire UP2 sous la neige au Canada

A Project Supporting Alberta’s Energy Transition

 

Located in Alberta, south of Calgary, the Travers Solar farm spans nearly 1,350 hectares (3,330 acres) and boasts an impressive capacity of 465 MW. Developed by Greengate Power, the project aligns perfectly with Alberta’s environmental strategy to phase out coal-powered energy production and accelerate the transition to renewable sources.

 

A reliable, autonomous lighting solution capable of withstanding extreme weather was critical to securing this vast site. With winter temperatures sometimes plunging to -30°C, combining energy efficiency, durability, and environmental responsibility was challenging. The mission: provide 365 nights a year of secure lighting for multiple access points while minimizing the ecological footprint.

Travers Farms Solar project

The UP Range: A High-Performance Solution for Demanding Environments

 

To meet the needs of Travers Solar, 34 UP2 solar streetlights were installed around the perimeter of the solar farm. These systems are designed for autonomous, innovative, and eco-friendly lighting and offer an ideal solution for remote locations. Two key features of the UP2 range were pivotal for this project:

 

  • High-performance NiMH battery: Designed to operate in extreme temperatures ranging from -40°C to +70°C, this battery ensures reliable, consistent performance, even during Canada’s harsh winters.
  • Intelligent motion detectors: These sensors automatically adjust light intensity based on activity. When motion is detected, the streetlights increase brightness to enhance security and then return to a dimmed mode to conserve energy and extend battery life.
Ferme solaire Travers solar éclairé avec la gamme UP

Sustainable Solar Lighting for Every Environment

 

Through this installation, Sunna Design, via SOL its North American subsidiary, demonstrates its ability to tackle the challenges of large-scale energy infrastructure by offering efficient, reliable, and sustainable solar lighting solutions. From industrial sites to roadways and community projects, the company is committed to supporting change-makers with technologies tailored to meet the needs of any environment.

Year
2023
Location
Travers Solar Farm, Lomond, AB, Canada
Product used
UP2

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