- Size – 69.6 kW DC
- Energy production – The system is expected to generate 85,283 kWh annually, offsetting 15% of building use
- Date – 2025
As part of Athens County’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and long-term operational resilience, Kokosing Solar partnered with the Athens 911 Emergency Communications Center to design and install a roof-mounted solar energy system tailored to the unique needs of this critical facility.
Because the 911 Center features multiple roof surfaces and a complex new-building load profile, Kokosing Solar utilized two mounting strategies to ensure optimal performance:
- Ballasted Racking System – Used on flat roof sections, this non-penetrating system allows solar arrays to be securely anchored using weighted blocks.
- Rail Racking on Standing Seam Metal Roof- Mounted directly to the standing seams without penetrating the roofing surface.
Engineering and permitting for public safety facilities typically require several months due to stringent state and building-code standards.
Once permitting and procurement were complete, the installation window was coordinated with the 911 Center. Thanks to its thoughtful engineering and prefabrication work, the Kokosing Solar team completed installation within just a few days—minimizing onsite disruption to emergency operations.
