njbpu: Power of the Sun
- 10/30/08 08:46 AM
Today I attended the Dedication of the Ocean City, NJ Solar Project. They "turned on the switch" to the alternative energy system that will provide the city with 17% of their electric needs. It is one of the largest (if not the largest) municipal solar projects in the state of New Jersey and was really cool to see. When the project is complete, it will consist of over 2000 panels, saving over 900 barrels of oil per year. From this project, the solar power produced is equivalent to the annual usage of nearly 50 homes. It is great to see municipal … (2 comments)
Today I attended the Dedication of the Ocean City, NJ Solar Project. They "turned on the switch" to the alternative energy system that will provide the city with 17% of their electric needs. It is one of the largest (if not the largest) municipal solar projects in the state of New Jersey and was really cool to see. When the project is complete, it will consist of over 2000 panels, saving over 900 barrels of oil per year. From this project, the solar power produced is equivalent to the annual usage of nearly 50 homes. 
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