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APS Solar Partner^® - KNXV-TV 15

KNXV-TV 15, one of the Valley’s most popular television stations, has been a great supporter of the APS Solar Partner^® program since early 2001. By purchasing 2,850 kWh per month of solar energy from APS, KNXV-TV 15 is supporting clean, renewable, environmentally friendly solar power.

In partnership with APS, the station operates weather stations at two of the five APS Project Sol^® sites across the state. Valley viewers benefit by getting the most up-to-date weather-related news and information. APS benefits by being able to grow the APS Solar Partner^® program. And everyone benefits from the development of clean renewable energy.

KNXV’s support of a cleaner environment does not stop with being an APS Solar Partner^®.

KNXV has also joined the APS Corporate Conservation Challenge. The station boasts a facility, which includes a two-story building and parking garage located on seven acres of land. The criteria used for the design of the building and the landscaping of the property resulted in a facility that is environmentally friendly.

• A sunshade system is provided along the glass front of the building. The design of the shade allows the winter sun to enter the building and blocks the sun's rays during the summer months. 
• Cooling and heating of the facility is controlled by a building automation system. The system is programmed with a timed schedule to reduce the energy requirements when offices and other areas are not occupied. 
• The main HVAC compressor uses a variable speed motor to provide greater efficiency. The motor changes speed depending on the HVAC requirements of the building. 
• A skylight over the center area of the building provides additional illumination. 
• High efficiency fluorescent lighting is used through out the building. Occupancy sensors control the lighting in most offices.