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In a hamlet on the Hudson River in upstate New York, two newly installed photovoltaic arrays at the local library are generating electricity, interest in renewable energy, and community pride.
Recognizing its role as an educator and community leader, the Esopus Library used a $96,790 award from the Recovery Act to install the 22.5kW roof-mounted and 5.5kW ground-mounted photovoltaic systems.
image via New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
“We’re hoping to be a place to come to learn about renewable energy,” said Library Director Kelly Tomaseski. “We think that people will be more likely to invest in a similar project if they can see it in practice.”
These sentiments are shared by Adam Rizzo, president of Solar Liberty, the project installation firm. “Community centers, nonprofit buildings, and schools are especially important for promoting solar energy. Seeing is believing.”
The new solar system is expected to generate
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