Vashon Solar Tour: June 30th, 9am - 5pm

This ground mount installation is one of the many systems available to view during the Vashon Solar Tour

Artisan Electric will once again be hosting the 4th Annual Vashon Solar Tour on June 30th from 9am - 5pm.  The self guided tour will feature recent solar installations around the island, giving those interested in renewable energy a chance to view different systems and chat with  islanders about their experience going solar.

Artisan Electric asks that you follow tour signs; parking and sites will be well marked.  Enjoy yourself, ask questions, and most importantly have a great day!

Vashon Solar Tour maps can be picked up at Artisan Electric's booth at the Caulk the Rock festival from 10am - 3pm, scanning the QR code, clicking the individual site links, or by clicking the online site map link below.

For more information, contact Grace Willard at: grace@artisanelectricinc.com

1.  Arenson Residence

11515 105th Place SW

This is a west-facing array that performs extremely well due to relatively few horizon obstructions and the low pitch of the roof.

2. Vashon Household/JG Commons

17300 96th Place SW

3. Vashon-Maury Island Land Trust

10014 Bank Rd SW

Both the V/MI Land Trust and the Vashon Household/JG Commons are Community Solar Projects made possible by Sustainable Vashon’s Solar Initiative.

4. Brown Residence

19834 Vashon HWY SW

An example of a  ground mount installation.

5. Vashon High School

20120 Vashon HWY SW

This is an educational and demonstration PV array for the students of VHS and the greater Vashon community that was funded by a Careers Technical Education Grant.

6. Caldwell Residence

21412 Tramp Harbor Rd

A steep roof installation on a beautiful craftsman owner renovated home.

7. Mackey Residence

24430 Old Mill Rd SW
Another fantastic example of a ground mount system.

8. Lockwood Residence

6207 SW Luana Beach Rd

9. Brown Residence

5213 SW Point Robinson Rd

Solar panels form the roof of this installation.

10. Rogers Residence

28029 133rd Ave SW

This installation is a “single size” array, with a relatively small footprint. The resident found another use for the array – storing her kayak to keep it out of the rain.  

View all sites on the 2012 tour on this map:

http://tinyurl.com/2012solartour

Access the map using your smartphone:

Caulk the Rock Energy Fair: June 30th, 10am - 3pm

GreenTech was one of last year's exhibitors will all electric vehicles
 (Image courtesy of WisEnergy)

WisEnergy will be hosting the 3rd annual Caulk the Rock Energy Fair on June 30th from 10am to 3pm in the Island Lumber parking lot.  The fair will feature 40 different vendors specializing in green/renewable energy from throughout the Puget Sound or the greater northwest area.


Caulk the Rock Energy Fair is also the official head quarters of the 4th Annual Vashon Solar Home Tour - stop by to see our demo Silicon Energy solar module, pick up a Solar Tour Map, or sign up for a free solar site evaluation.


You might also want to check out our partners Sustainable Works, Puget Sound Cooperative Credit Union, and Revolution Green Power who will also be present at the fair.


Visit WISEnergy Vashon's website to see the full roster of 2012 vendors.