San Anselmo solar energy project takes shape - AOL
San Anselmo solar energy project takes shape
San Anselmo is refining the details on a $1 million solar energy project intended to supply power to the public during disasters. The Planning Commission heard a presentation on the Town Hall “resilience hub” project on June 3. The project will consist of a solar photovoltaic system, a battery energy storage system and a microgrid system to supply “green” energy during extreme weather events and prescribed blackouts. “The town of San Anselmo and its staff are continuing efforts to provide and implement energy efficient projects and electrification of downtown facilities,” Matthew Ferrer, a town engineer, said at the meeting.
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