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27 August 2008

Suncatcher Solar introduces Suncastle Park, Saskatchewan’s First Grid-tied Solar Development

Saskatoon, SK – Suncatcher Solar is introducing Saskatchewan’s first grid-tied solar development - Suncastle Park. This small eco-friendly community of seven acreages will be unique because electricity will be supplied both by SaskPower and by solar panels on each home. Read more . .

 

14 March 2008

Saskatchewan’s Largest Solar Hot Water System Installed by Suncatcher Solar Homes

Saskatoon , SK – The Confederation Inn Saskatoon is leading the way in renewable energy with the largest commercial solar hot water system in Saskatchewan, and one of the largest in Canada. Read more. . .

 

Articles and Interviews

5 September 2008

CBC Radio: The Morning Edition

"Practicing What She Preaches"
Meet a Saskatoon woman, who's building a solar-powered neighbourhood.

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29 August 2008

The StarPhoenix: Here Comes the Sun


Gord Waldner, The StarPhoenix

Angie Ortlepp is introducing Saskatchewan's first grid-tied solar development. Named Sandcastle Park and located 30 km south of Saskatoon, the seven homes on the site will draw their electrical and heating supply from solar panels, with SaskPower providing backup. Read article . . .

15 March 2008

The StarPhoenix: Environment worthy investment for hotelier

Read article . . .

11 April 2008

On Campus News: Build a House, Earn an M.Sc.

The House that Angie built -- Read article . . .