Nergica opens net‑positive energy pavilion at Cégep de la Gaspésie et des Îles
Nergica inaugurated a nearly $12M research and training pavilion in Gaspé designed to generate more electricity than it consumes via 180 solar panels and energy‑efficient systems. The facility will act as a full‑scale lab and create hands‑on learning opportunities for students in electrical engineering and industrial maintenance.
The new Nergica pavilion, largely funded by Quebec (CA$10.7M) within a ~CA$12M project, features 180 solar panels, triple‑glazed windows, heat pumps and smart lighting. Built to be net‑positive annually, surplus electricity will be routed to the college campus for uses such as heating the nearby pool. Located on the Cégep de la Gaspésie‑et‑des‑Îles campus, the facility expands applied research capabilities and will be used directly in training programs to offer students practical experience with renewable energy systems.
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