Gyeonggi Northern Government Complex Doubles Solar Power Capacity to 844.4 kW... Leading the Way in Eco-Friendly Energy Independence

Gyeonggi Province has installed a 400 kW solar power generation facility on the roof of the parking lot at the Northern Government Complex. As a result, the power generation capacity of the Northern Government Complex has nearly doubled, increasing from the previous 444.4 kW to 844.4 kW.

A view of the Gyeonggi-do Northern Government Complex. Provided by Gyeonggi-do

The additional installation of the solar power facility is part of the 'Gyeonggi RE100' vision, aimed at responding to the climate crisis, increasing the proportion of renewable energy at the government complex, and achieving carbon neutrality in the public sector. This installation marks the second expansion of self-owned solar power facilities, following the first installation of a solar power facility on the rooftop of a government building in February 2024, which was the first among provincial public institutions.

Until now, the Northern Government Complex has operated a total of 444.4 kW of solar facilities, consisting of 84.4 kW of self-generation and 360 kW leased through an energy cooperative. With this additional installation, the complex has secured a more stable renewable energy foundation.

Once the additional facilities are fully operational, they are expected to generate approximately 540,200 kWh of electricity annually, improving the self-sufficiency rate for the complex's electricity demand by about 16%. This is expected to have the same greenhouse gas reduction effect (approximately 229 tons) as planting about 34,700 pine trees.

In addition, the solar panels and power generation equipment installed on the parking lot roof will provide shade for vehicles, helping to lower the internal temperature of cars during the summer months.

The province plans to closely analyze the effects of the power generation and continue to review additional measures for introducing renewable energy.

Kim Dae-soon, Second Vice Governor for Administrative Affairs of Gyeonggi Province, stated, "Expanding solar power facilities is an important step toward realizing the 'Gyeonggi RE100' vision," adding, "We will create a sustainable government complex through eco-friendly energy transition together with the residents of the province."

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