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Loblaw to Install Canada's Largest Rooftop Solar System
Loblaw Companies Limited is taking a powerful step towards expanding its renewable energy ambitions, with the planned installation of Canada's largest rooftop solar system at its East Gwillimbury Distribution Centre in Ontario. The 7.5 MW installation will cover approximately 435,000 square feet of roof space – equivalent to the size of more than seven football fields – and generate over 8,500,000 kWh annually of clean on-site power. This installation is targeted to generate up to 25 per cent of
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