GTAC: Georgia Tech Aquatic Center                

The Georgia Tech Aquatic Center is a structure unlike any other  in the world. Constructed for the 1996 Olympics in Atlatnta, Ga, the Center was the arena for almost all of the swimming and diving events of the Olympic games. More then just a mere swimming pool, it is the arched shaped roof which sits atop this monumental structure which makes it one of a kind. The roof is equipped with more then 2,856 PV modules which provide the Center with over 40% of its electrical needs. This PV system saves more the $30,000 anually on electical and matienece fees. Also found on top of the center is a solar thermal system used to provide the pool with adequate heating for most of the time. The center is now open to the general public and can be found on the Georgia Tech Campus.                                                       

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