TGENUV, INC.

,
GENUV, SOLAR ENERGY PROPOSAL
FOR
Vancouver Island University of Nanaimo Canada

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Key Information
3. Evaluation of electricity Consumption
3.1 Historical Electricity Consumption
4. Solar System Performance
5. Equipment Offered
5.1 Solar Panels
5.2 Mounting System
5.3 Solar Inverters
5.4 Monitoring and Control
 6. Product Work Warrantees
7. Operation and Maintenance
8. System Cost
8.1 Exclusions and Assumptions
8.1.1 Bi-directional metering
8.1.2 AC connection to Mains supply
8.2 Payment Terms and Conditions
9. Occupational Health and Safety and Compliance

1. Introduction

 GENUV, INC. was invited by Vancouver Island University Board of Governors

To tender on the supply, installation and commissioning of a solar power solution on a

number of rooftops at Vancouver Island University Nanaimo Canada
Vancouver Island University Board of Governors provided the specifications and number
of solar modules to be mounted on each of the respective roofs, as well as the roof
covering. We therefore designed a mounting system which would meet the loading
requirements for the mounting of solar modules on roof tops of this type.
Framed Canadian Solar 330 watt modules have been incorporated in the design as per
the tender document. This is a slight variation (improvement) from the 320 Watt
modules specified.
The required solar inverters to be supplied have been specified as Solar Edge. We have
therefore designed the solar DC cabling and AC distribution cabling and equipment to
suit the Inverter power output, with guidance from the specified wire runs included in
the tender document.

Major Equipment specifications and Manufacturers

Major Equipment specifications and Manufacturers

Solar modules 628 x 330 Watt, polysilicon modules, Canadian Solar
Mounting structures Schletter mounting structures, aluminium sections, stainless steel fixings
Solar Inverters 9 (total) SolarEdge, USA
Data logger SolarEdge, USA
 2. Evaluation of Electricity Consumption
3.1 Historical Electricity Consumption
Historical consumption data has been captured and analysed by GENUV, INC on the basis of
which, the solar system has been designed. From our knowledge of this data, the energy
consumption of the University is far in excess of the output of the solar system.
Further discussion on this subject is beyond the scope of this phase of the project, however,
should the requirement for battery storage be considered, GENUV, INC would be willing to
make recommendations in this regard based on analysis of the energy consumption history.

3. Solar System Performance

This proposal consists of 207 kWp of solar panels connected to 9 x grid-tied solar inverters
which produce mains compatible 3-phase power for injection into the mains electricity
supply. Any power required by the building in excess to that produced by the solar system
would be seamlessly drawn from mains. The effect of solar is to reduce the amount of
power drawn from mains, resulting in cost savings. The following should be noted:
1. Any solar power in excess to demand could be fed into the SEC grid for later use. SEC
would be required to install bi-directional metering to accommodate this. However,
at this time a control system will prevent feed-in into the grid
2. In case of mains failure, the solar inverters are designed to disconnect from the grid
and shut down.
3. Mains failure back-up is provided by the existing diesel generators. In the case of
mains failure, these generators start automatically, and the Solar Inverters will not
distinguish between mains and generator supply, unless external means is provided
to do this. There is potential for the Inverters to feed excess power into the islanding
network at these times, potentially causing damage to the Generators.
4. We have not included equipment to switch off the inverters in case of back-up
generators being in operation, however, this could be provided if requested, for
minor additional cost.

5. Equipment offered

5.1 Solar panels

Manufacturer KATABOOST SOLAR SYSTEM LTD
Specification - Poly-silicon, 330 Watt @ STC
Orientation and Pitch Various
Expected Yield Per Wundersight-G1000 simulations
 Track Record - Widely used Globally

5.2 Mounting system

Manufacturer KATABOOST SOLAR SYSTEM LTD

Specification - mounting structure with extruded aluminium
mounting rails
-Stainless steel roof fixings, with stainless steel
selftapping screws
-designed to cater for wind-loadings on site
Track Record Widely used Globally

5.3 Solar Inverters

Manufacturer KATABOOST SOLAR SYSTEM LTD
Specification - SE 27.6 K D2 and SE 15.0K - 98.1%
European efficiency
- 400 volt, 50Hz, Three phase AC
- No tracking, fixed input voltage,
requires optimizers
- 27,6000VA and 15,000VA AC Output
Configuration 13 to 15 x P700 optimizers per string, 2 modules per
Optimizer

5.4 Monitoring and Control System

The solar system is designed and installed to perform for 25 years, directly exposed to harsh
weather conditions. During this period, performance must be monitored to ensure that any
deviation from optimum is detected and rectified so that at all times, the maximum solar
energy is harnessed for consumption. The KATABOOST SOLAR SYSTEM LTD Inverters
incorporate a system to monitor and compare the performance of each pair of solar
modules connected to a Power Optimizer.
The live output from each Power optimizer is transmitted via the internet to a portal where
the system performance can be viewed on line.
In addition to the monitoring function, the KATABOOST SOLAR SYSTEM LTD system is able
to control the output of the Solar Inverters to prevent feed-back into the SEC grid, in
instances when solar output may exceed the consumption of the Estate. (Unlikely at this
stage)
Our communication system design incorporates an energy meter on the incoming metering
point of the Estate, with underground communication cabling wired to each Inverter. This
will ensure that the output of each inverter and the consumption of the Estate can be
monitored in real time on a single portal. The solar output of the combined solar system can
be recorded and viewed, as well as the output of individual inverters, down to individual
Optimizers.

6. Product Work Warrantees

PV Modules 25 Years linear power warranty. First year
degradation of less than 2.5%. Thereafter annual
degradation of less than 0.6% per year. Product
Warranty of 10 years.
Inverters 10 Years, extendable to 25 years
Mounting Structures 10 years limited warranty
Monitoring and Control equipment 5 Years
Workmanship Warrantee 18 months

7. Operation and Maintenance

Scope Shift Innovation are able to provide an operation and

maintenance service which includes:
1. Module cleaning as required.
2. Monthly performance reports.
3. Bi-annual electrical and mechanical inspections.
4. Continual real-time performance monitoring and
error reporting
5. Facilitation of warrantee claims.
6. Ordering, storage and installation of required
spare parts.
7. Provision of a real-time user interface to allow
the Client to monitor and record the system yields and
performance.
8. All required documentation to operate and
maintain the facility.
Term 5 Years
Price 6% of value of energy savings generated
Payment Terms Quarterly in advance ( on projected performance)

8. System Cost
The cost of the system is summarized in the table below:

Waterford 207 kWp Solar Power Installation Pricing

Solar modules 1508,966

Mounting System
241,073

Solar Edge Power Optimizers

318,616

Solar Edge Inverters

321,126

Solar cabling and trunking

50,600
AC Distribution 75,840

Sub-Total Equipment 2,516,221

Cost/ 12 142
kWp
Communication and Control 59,967

Delivery & Installation

455,107

Total Installed Cost

3,031,294

The above costs are based on a rate of Exchange of $1.27 CAD to the US Dollar, and exclude VAT,
clearing and any other taxes and duties which may be applicable.

A detailed breakdown of the costs per solar array/rooftop is given in the appendices.

8.1 Exclusions and assumptions

8.1.1 Bi-directional metering
No provision has been made for the supply and installation of bi-directional
metering equipment. We have assumed that this will be specified and supplied
by SEC.
8.1.2 AC connection of solar plant to Mains supply
The solar inverters will be wall-mounted on suitable walls of the buildings.
Provision has been made to connect each inverter to a surface mounted
distribution board. We have provided for a suitable enclosure (housing our
switchgear) to be mounted alongside the existing DB’s.
 8.2 Payment Terms and Conditions
• All prices quoted are exclusive of VAT, and based on a Rate of exchange of $1.27 CAD
to One U.S. Dollar (Dollar purchase price). The pricing of imported items will be
revised according to the ruling rate of exchange on the day that payment of the
deposit for the solar equipment is received.
• 50 % payment of the full contract price in advance with signed contract to proceed.
Delivery of equipment will be affected within 30 days of receipt of payment.
• 40 % payment before dispatch of goods to site. Installation will reach practical
completion in 30 working days after delivery of equipment.
• The final 10 % is payable within 10 days of successful completion and commissioning.

9. Key Personnel
• Sungho Han, Ph. D., Founder and CEO,
GENUV, Inc.
Mark Meyer – Technical Director
[BSc (Eng) (Wits)], [Government Certificate of Competency, Mines and Works]

• 35 Years’ experience in engineering design, project management and development

• Specialist in innovative and complex engineering solutions
Steve Rugg – MD SD Electrical
• Renewable Energy Engineering (MSc) - University of Aberdeen
• 30 years electrical contracting experience
• Installation of 86,000 solar systems in Germany, including 93 kWp Ngwenya Glass
Factory
References
Sungho Han, Ph. D. Mark Meyer –
Founder and CEO,
GENUV, Inc. Technical Director
273, Baeul 1-ro, Yuseong-gu,
Daejeon, Trina Photovoltaic
Korea 34036. Mobile: +27 76 423 6074
Tel: +86 67983504685 Tel: +27 11 510 0048
Email: sungho.han@genuv-inc.com Palazzo Towers West
Montecasino Boulevard
Fourways, Johannesburg

Chas Prettejohn Dean Lewis

Owner/CEO Rooftop Sales Manager South Africa
Ngwenya Glass Schletter Solar Mounting Systems
Swazi Mobile: +26876 022 730 Mobile: +2774 478 0900
SA Mobile: +2783 263 6659 Tel: +2721 418 3187
Ngwenya Glass Factory
Ngwenya, Swaziland

10. Occupational Health and Safety and Compliance

Shift Innovation strives to set the standard in all aspects of product and service delivery. We
have taken special care to comply and exceed international engineering standards,
Occupational Health and Safety and Construction Regulations and SANS Photovoltaic and
electrical installation standards. We have assigned competent persons with regard to the
OHS Act in the following positions:

• Fall Protection Planner

• First aid
• Fall Arrest and Rescue
• Construction Manager and Project Manager
• Project Engineer
• Plant Operatives
• Health and Safety representatives
• Electricians
• General and skilled workmen competent to work at heights
We are happy to answer any queries you may have and would like to discuss this proposal in
person at your convenience.

Sungho Han, Ph. D.

CEO,
GENUV, Inc.