SOLAR PROJECTS IN NE PORTLAND, CORVALLIS GET FUNDING VIA PACIFIC POWER PROGRAM
Posted: January 25th, 2012 1:09 PM
Contact: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tom Gauntt, Pacific Power, Jan. 25, 2012
503-813-7291
Solar projects in NE Portland, Corvallis get funding via Pacific Power program
National award-winning Blue Sky renewable energy program invests in communities
PORTLAND, Ore. – Solar energy projects at a Northeast Portland school and a Corvallis firehouse are closer to reality thanks in part to funding from Pacific Power's Blue Sky renewable energy program.
The two projects are set to receive up to $152,000 in 2012.
"The projects at Jason Lee Elementary and Corvallis Firehouse No. 1 are just some of the projects that demonstrate our deep commitment to building a renewable energy future," said Pat Reiten, president of Pacific Power. "Not only will these projects help supply renewable energy, but they are helping teach children and the public about solar energy. We're proud to be part of the effort along with our Blue Sky customers."
"More than 43,000 of our customers choose to participate in our Blue Sky renewable energy program. That's among the highest participation in the country," said Pat Egan, vice president of customer and community affairs. "This interest allows us to work with our communities to provide additional benefits by funding on-the-ground, working renewable projects throughout the Northwest. We're thrilled to help our Blue Sky customers direct a portion of their commitment to these worthwhile projects that help lead the way to even more renewable energy development."
Funding has been awarded to:
Jason Lee Elementary School, Portland., 1.2 kilowatt, solar
Blue Sky Funds: Up to $8,044
Jason Lee is a school with a culturally diverse K-8 population of more than 480 students. The 1.6-kilowatt solar array will be visible to all students and will be incorporated into the school curriculum through the comprehensive Solar 4R Schools education program. The Ecopalooza Project secured the remainder of funding for the installation through a 100 percent solar-powered concert/festival. Through a competitive process, Jason Lee K-8 was selected for the installation.
Contact Rah-Miel Mitchell, Ecopalooza program manager at 503-683-2087 for information on project.
City of Corvallis Firehouse No. 1, 25 kilowatt, solar
Blue Sky Funds: Up to $144,000
This dual-purposed carport will be covered by a 25-kilowatt array and will provide protection for some fire department vehicles, reducing the vehicles' exposure to the elements. This installation will be highly visible, seen by more than 24,000 passing vehicles daily in addition to the visitors of the fire station. The fire station offers many tours to school children and community members throughout the year and is used for all City Council meetings as well as other public meetings.
Contact Adam Steele, City of Corvallis, at 541-754-1731, for information on project.
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About Blue Sky
Strong customer support has enabled the Blue Sky program to be instrumental in the creation of more federally recognized Green Power Communities than any other program in the nation. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has ranked Blue Sky fifth or better in the nation for the eighth consecutive year in the number of customers buying renewable power and for renewable power sales volume. The program is Green-e Energy Certified, which means the renewable energy supported meets the rigorous national environmental and consumer-protection standards established by the nonprofit Center for Resource Solutions. For more information on Green-e Energy, visit www.green-e.org/energy. More than 43,000 customers in Pacific Power's region t are part of Blue Sky.
About Pacific Power
Pacific Power strives to promote innovation and works with customers and communities to increase the visibility of renewable energy generation technologies through education and community outreach. Pacific Power is headquartered in Portland and provides electric service to 730,000 customers in Oregon, Washington and California. As part of PacifiCorp, one of the lowest-cost electricity producers in the United States, Pacific Power and Rocky Mountain Power provide approximately 1.7 million customers in six western states with reliable, efficient energy. The company works to meet growing energy demand while protecting and enhancing the environment.
National award-winning Blue Sky renewable energy program invests in communities
PORTLAND, Ore. – Solar energy projects at a Northeast Portland school and a Corvallis firehouse are closer to reality thanks in part to funding from Pacific Power's Blue Sky renewable energy program.
The two projects are set to receive up to $152,000 in 2012.
"The projects at Jason Lee Elementary and Corvallis Firehouse No. 1 are just some of the projects that demonstrate our deep commitment to building a renewable energy future," said Pat Reiten, president of Pacific Power. "Not only will these projects help supply renewable energy, but they are helping teach children and the public about solar energy. We're proud to be part of the effort along with our Blue Sky customers."
"More than 43,000 of our customers choose to participate in our Blue Sky renewable energy program. That's among the highest participation in the country," said Pat Egan, vice president of customer and community affairs. "This interest allows us to work with our communities to provide additional benefits by funding on-the-ground, working renewable projects throughout the Northwest. We're thrilled to help our Blue Sky customers direct a portion of their commitment to these worthwhile projects that help lead the way to even more renewable energy development."
Funding has been awarded to:
Jason Lee Elementary School, Portland., 1.2 kilowatt, solar
Blue Sky Funds: Up to $8,044
Jason Lee is a school with a culturally diverse K-8 population of more than 480 students. The 1.6-kilowatt solar array will be visible to all students and will be incorporated into the school curriculum through the comprehensive Solar 4R Schools education program. The Ecopalooza Project secured the remainder of funding for the installation through a 100 percent solar-powered concert/festival. Through a competitive process, Jason Lee K-8 was selected for the installation.
Contact Rah-Miel Mitchell, Ecopalooza program manager at 503-683-2087 for information on project.
City of Corvallis Firehouse No. 1, 25 kilowatt, solar
Blue Sky Funds: Up to $144,000
This dual-purposed carport will be covered by a 25-kilowatt array and will provide protection for some fire department vehicles, reducing the vehicles' exposure to the elements. This installation will be highly visible, seen by more than 24,000 passing vehicles daily in addition to the visitors of the fire station. The fire station offers many tours to school children and community members throughout the year and is used for all City Council meetings as well as other public meetings.
Contact Adam Steele, City of Corvallis, at 541-754-1731, for information on project.
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About Blue Sky
Strong customer support has enabled the Blue Sky program to be instrumental in the creation of more federally recognized Green Power Communities than any other program in the nation. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has ranked Blue Sky fifth or better in the nation for the eighth consecutive year in the number of customers buying renewable power and for renewable power sales volume. The program is Green-e Energy Certified, which means the renewable energy supported meets the rigorous national environmental and consumer-protection standards established by the nonprofit Center for Resource Solutions. For more information on Green-e Energy, visit www.green-e.org/energy. More than 43,000 customers in Pacific Power's region t are part of Blue Sky.
About Pacific Power
Pacific Power strives to promote innovation and works with customers and communities to increase the visibility of renewable energy generation technologies through education and community outreach. Pacific Power is headquartered in Portland and provides electric service to 730,000 customers in Oregon, Washington and California. As part of PacifiCorp, one of the lowest-cost electricity producers in the United States, Pacific Power and Rocky Mountain Power provide approximately 1.7 million customers in six western states with reliable, efficient energy. The company works to meet growing energy demand while protecting and enhancing the environment.
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