Ralston Instruments Going Green

Green Headquarters

The Ralston Instruments headquarters is outfitted with state of the art solar panels to offset power demands. Currently 192 solar panels (2,704 square feet/33kV array) providing 50-80% of their power needs.

With a goal of achieving LEED Certification, the following environmentally friendly building design practices are also employed:

• Large, energy-efficient windows that help reduce the need for fluorescent lighting
• Automatic light switches that turn off when no longer needed
• Thick insulation to reduce energy bills
• A white roof to reflect light and heat
• Several powerful ceiling fans that reduce reliance on AC in summer and blow hot air down from ceiling in winter
• Most fluorescent lights in the plant are high voltage which helps to cut power usage

Solar Panels — Provide steady power and offset building power demands

Large, Efficient Windows — Reduce power consumption