Montreal, November 2nd – In a significant stride toward sustainable energy, St. Laurent Mayor Alan DeSousa has called upon the local business community to collaborate in establishing a large solar park in the borough. Announced at the annual meeting with the Chambre de commerce et d’industrie de Saint-Laurent-Mont-Royal, this initiative marks a major advancement in the borough’s journey towards environmental stewardship and energy independence.
Mayor DeSousa underscored the unique landscape of St. Laurent, where 70% of the territory is devoted to professional, retail, manufacturing, and industrial activities. This particular setup makes St. Laurent an ideal candidate for a large-scale solar park initiative, aimed at mitigating the urban heat island effect, a challenge the borough has been actively addressing since 2019.
A 2018 study highlighted St. Laurent’s vast potential for solar energy production. It identified about 1,400 industrial and commercial roofs, spanning 4.5 million square meters, as suitable for solar panels – an area equivalent to 850 football fields. The potential energy production from these installations could reach 521 gigawatt-hours annually, enough to power roughly 24,000 households. Montreal’s favorable solar conditions, receiving 25% more sunshine annually than Paris, further amplify the project’s feasibility.
Mayor DeSousa emphasized collaboration, urging local businesses to invest in solar energy. This initiative aligns with Hydro-Québec’s strategic plan, aiming to boost renewable energy production by 50% by 2050. Initiatives like the Éco-maillage program and the Zone d’innovation en aéronautique exemplify the benefits of cooperative efforts in resource management and cost reduction.
As a company specializing in energy solutions based in Saint-Laurent, Domolynx is enthusiastic about the community’s shift towards renewable energy. We are dedicated to supporting the local community by enhancing awareness about the importance of clean energy. Our mission is to empower households with personalized, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions, paving the way for a greener, self-reliant future. We applaud such initiatives and remain committed to contributing to our community’s sustainable development.
For more detailed information about this initiative, please refer to the official news release from the City of Montreal’s website here and additional coverage by the QCNA here.
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