Phoenix becoming more solar-friendly

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http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/0112phxsolar0114.html

Phoenix becoming more solar-friendly

Michael Clancy
The Arizona Republic
Jan. 12, 2008 08:18 AM

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Already the city has small solar installations at eight locations, a larger one at one spot and another large project about to be installed in downtown Phoenix that will be visible from upper floors of surrounding buildings.

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The newest project, atop the Phoenix Convention Center's completed west building, will be a city-owned-and-operated unit. Brian Lewis of 3D/I, contractor for the project, said the project should be completed earlier than the April deadline.

The 100 kilowatt system will provide energy equivalent to that used in 12-14 homes.

The system is priced at $850,000 with costs split between the Public Works Department and the Phoenix Convention Center. When the project is completed the city will be eligible for a rebate from Arizona Public Service to cover part of the cost.

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[NMDemDist2]

1. why is it so expensive for a 100 watt system?? n/t

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4. (It's a 100 kW system) n/t

[patch1234]

2. The cost of peak-hours electricity in Phoenix is ? n/t

[OKIsItJustMe]

3. See for yourself

http://www.aps.com/aps_services/residential/rateplans/ResRatePlans_29.html