Needham Solar Challenge
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[edit] You can help Needham earn an array of solar panels!
Imagine looking up at a school or public building in Needham and seeing an array of solar panels turning the sun's energy into electricity! This would not only be a symbol of the town’s commitment to reducing energy use but it would also be an exciting opportunity to involve local students in the energy of the future.
The Green Needham Collaborative, the Needham League of Women Voters and the Town of Needham have joined with the New England Wind Fund to enter Needham into the New England Wind Fund's Community Solar Challenge.
The Community Solar Challenge is a simple way to support clean energy wind turbine projects in New England and benefit Needham directly. Here's how it works:
- By April 30, 2008, 150 Needham households or businesses make qualifying contributions to the New England Wind Find (at least a $5/month automatic deduction or a one-time donation of at least $100).
- All contributions go toward clean energy wind turbine projects.
- The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative (MTC), a state agency which promotes clean energy, matches the contribution dollar for dollar into an energy fund for Needham. The MTC uses these funds to buy and install a 2kW solar array on a Needham municipal or school building.
- Based on the total contributions, additional matching funds will accumulate that can be used for other energy-related projects in Needham.
To join the challenge by making an on-line donation, visit the Needham Community Solar Challenge page at the New England Wind Fund. You may also print out a mail-in donation form.
[edit] Promoting the Needham Solar Challenge
The Green Needham Collaborative and the Needham League of Women Voters have a team working to promote the Needham Solar Challenge in the community - we need your ideas and help:
- Publicizing the Needham Solar Challenge throughout the Community
- Encouraging friends and neighbors to sign up
- Sponsoring a talk or presentation to community and civic organizations
If you'd like to help, please contact Eleanor Rosellini by e-mail or at 781 453-9526.
