Saving at Consulate Istanbul

Consulate Istanbul is working on a photovoltaic array, windmill, waterless urinal, water catchment, energy efficient security lights applications. OBO will be sending a team of energy experts this coming June to begin the photovoltaic design and best placement of an anemometer tower for wind study data. The are also working directly with the previous Clinton Global Initiative lead in Turkey who has provided many inroads into local authorities for permit purposes and local contractors who can install these applications.

Sunny Forecast

In recognition of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations is focusing on the design and installation of photovoltaic systems, better known as solar panels. Photovoltaic systems have become OBO’s most universally deployed renewable technology, cutting operating costs, reducing fossilfuel-based sources of energy and expanding reliance on clean renewable energy. Overall, the use of photovoltaic systems reduces the Department’s carbon footprint and shows that the United States government is committed to environmentalism.
Photovoltaic technology is also a clean way to provide supplemental power to U.S. diplomatic facilities. Photovoltaic electricity is produced when sunlight excites the electrons in the silicon-based panels.