Roof Of IKEA Store Will Have 2,212 Solar Panels........

[global1]

IKEA’s new furniture store in Centennial will sport 2,212 solar power panels on its roof when it opens in the fall 2011. Installation of the solar panels, which will be capable of generating 498 kilowatts of power — nearly half a megawatt— is expected to begin in February, the company.

Here's a link to the complete story: http://www.bizjournals.com/denver/news/2011/01/25/roof-of-centennial-ikea-store-will.html

[eleny]

1. We're finally gettng an IKEA

Well, that's nice even if it is a far drive from our house. Thanks for the news.

[Codeine]

2. I know we're not supposed to like mindless consumerism

but DAMN I love going to our IKEA! Totally worth the 45 minute drive.

[BanzaiBonnie]

3. Going into Ikea totally creeps me out

I know some people love Ikea and they do have some cool things, but I'm claustrophobic and feel trapped when I walk into Ikea. And now I understand they've designed the layout to be intentionally like a maze. It apparently causes people to spend more money.

[blondeatlast]

5. ...and they are the only store that does that. Bastards. nt

[BanzaiBonnie]

7. I do love that they're putting on the solar panels

[blondeatlast]

4. And the food is even good. They've got a salmon dish that just thinking of it makes

me need another Besta bookcase...

[BanzaiBonnie]

6. LOL, perhaps I'd feel differently if I tried the food.

My daughters rave about the food there.

[Pterodactyl]

8. Each solar panel will ship flat and be assembled on site to keep costs down!

[Codeine]

9. Your alternative energy can be found in Aisle 17, Bin 24. nt