The 132,000ft² photovoltaic (PV) array consists of a 1.063MW system, built with 4,620 panels.
IKEA Paramus’ program will produce about 1.359MWh of clean electricity annually, the equivalent of reducing 1,033 tons of carbon dioxide, eliminating the emissions of 184 cars or powering 117 homes yearly.
REC Solar was responsible for the development, design and installation of the Paramus store’s customized solar PV system.
Globally, IKEA evaluates all locations regularly for energy conservation opportunities, integrates materials into product design, works with Global Forest Watch to maintain sustainable resources, and flat-packs goods for efficient distribution.
Home furnishings retailer IKEA owns and operates each of its solar PV energy systems atop its buildings.
