SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College’s (SFCC) Office of Facilities and Operations announces an electrical power shutdown and campus closure from Saturday, Oct. 11, through Monday, Oct. 13, to enable SFCC, the Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM), and SFCC contractor Siemens to work on the college’s microgrid test and commissioning.
During this period, all buildings located at 6401 Richards Ave. will be closed, and access will not be permitted. Please note that the Santa Fe Higher Education Center at 1950 Siringo Road will remain open and accessible.
Please be aware that some Office of Information Technology (OIT) systems for SFCC will not be available during this time.
This maintenance will cause outages for:
- Network
- Phones
- Wireless
- Internet
The following will remain operational:
- Public website
- Workday
- Canvas
- MS365 applications
- Zoom
- mySFCC (student portal)
- Banner (registration system)
- SFCC Connect
- VPN
Impacted individuals, including students, employees, and tenants on the SFCC campus, should discuss the closure with their teachers, programs, and supervisors to address any concerns or necessary adjustments.
For further information or assistance, contact Director of Facilities and Operations Dobby Schmidt at dobby.schmidt@sfcc.edu. For technology concerns, contact the OIT Help Desk at 505.428.1222.
The SFCC microgrid controls the on-site generator, renewable resource (PV) and energy storage system for the campus and features an educational microgrid that fully powers an energy efficient greenhouse that demonstrates sustainable aquaponic and hydroponic practices, while providing hands-on training opportunities for the college’s Trades and Advanced Technology Center.
The SFCC Microgrid has four distinct purposes:
- Utility and operations cost savings;
- Resiliency from power interruptions and outages;
- Islanding from the utility grid; and
- Student education.
SFCC appreciates everyone’s understanding and cooperation during this important phase of testing the college’s microgrid.