La Mirada Apartment Community Puts Summer Sunshine to Good Use
PHOENIX — (May 24, 2010) ― La Mirada Apartment Community is reaping the benefits of the sun by installing a large solar water heating system on its property located in Northern Phoenix. The solar water heating system will provide a significant portion of the hot water needed for residents living at the 300-unit multi-family housing community. It is estimated that La Mirada Apartment Community will decrease the associated natural gas bill by 30%, which insulates residents against rising energy costs for the future.
“Solar Water Heating is extremely efficient, especially in the perpetually sunny and warm Phoenix climate,” says Brian Bartel, President of Easy Energy. With over 300 days of abundant sunshine available every year, the Phoenix area is ideal for implementing widespread solar technology. “Solar Water Heating is an especially good fit for businesses that have significant hot water needs like Hotels, Apartment Communities and Laundromats because daytime heat can be stored in large volumes of water to use even after the sun goes down,” adds Bartel.
Chuck Carlson, President of the Homeowners Association that owns La Mirada, says “Incorporating solar water heating technology will save money for our residents in the long run.” He adds, “Our current and future residents will feel good about living in a community that is more sustainable and environmentally conscious, without sacrificing any comforts.”
Solar water heating works by pumping cool water through solar collectors and returning the warmed water to storage tanks, where the water is drawn for use. In commercial applications, large natural gas boilers are typically used to heat large volumes of water. Solar water heating decreases the demand on the boilers, extending the life of the boiler and saving on natural gas costs.
About Easy Energy
Easy Energy is a Registered Arizona Contractor based in Phoenix, Arizona. The company designs, installs and maintains commercial solar energy systems. Easy Energy administers the paperwork for customers to receive applicable rebates, tax incentives, building permits and financing. The company has plans to expand its service territory outside of Arizona and incorporate other forms of renewable energy that will offer long-term energy savings for business owners. For more information on Easy Energy’s solar energy solutions for commercial or residential use, please call (602) 302-7640 or visit our website.
About La Mirada Apartment Community
La Mirada is located is North Phoenix at 1350 E. Northern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85020. The community offers spacious units, two swimming pools, covered parking and welcomes families and pets.
