Beaverton Launches City-Wide Solar Program

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The city of Beaverton, Oregon, has endorsed a fixed-price, consumer-driven solarization program, building on the success of its 2010 Solar Beaverton pilot program. The program aims to stimulate the installation of solar technology, promote the use of renewable energy, and support local jobs. After reviewing 13 proposals, the city awarded the contract to LiveLight Energy, a family-owned Oregon solar design and installation company.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Beaverton City Council approved the contract on February 15, 2011, for the city-wide solar program, which launches on March 1, 2011.
  • The program includes free workshops to educate residents about the environmental benefits and affordability of renewable energy use.
  • The program will provide a simplified process and lowered price to go solar, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting jobs and local green technology companies.
  • The program aims to encourage citizens to take sustainability initiatives at their own homes and promote the use of solar energy production.
  • The program will include free workshops, with contact information provided for scheduling and inquiries.
  • LiveLight Energy, a family-owned Oregon solar design and installation company, was awarded the contract for the city's 2011 community-wide solar program.

Statistics:

  • The program will include free workshops to educate residents about the environmental benefits and affordability of renewable energy use.
  • 13 proposals were reviewed during the competitive process for the city-wide solar program.
  • The program aims to support local jobs in the Beaverton community.
  • The program will provide a simplified process and lowered price to go solar, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Sources:

  • Beaverton City Council
  • LiveLight Energy, LLC
  • SolarWorld America
  • PRWeb (February 27, 2011)