N.J. houses of worship turn to solar power to save money — and honor God - NJ.com
N.J. houses of worship turn to solar power to save money - and honor God - nj.com
Members of Temple Beth Shalom in Livingston gathered with local officials last month for a small ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the installation of a rooftop solar energy system at the synagogue.
The plan had been in the works for more than a decade. But, between contractor issues, more pressing projects and delays related to COVID-19, the solar panels had finally been installed this year.
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