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"We are showing that these alternative energy technologies are cost-effective today, even here in Chelan County, where our electric rates are among the lowest in the nation."

- Jim White, Program Manager, Chelan PUD

 

 

Chelan Solar

Project Partners:
Chelan PUD
Location:
Wenatchee, WA
Capacity:
20 kW
Type of Power:
Solar
Placed into Service:
January 2002

Project Links:
Chelan Public Utility District

BEF invested $46,000 to install half the total output of its third community solar system. Chelan Public Utility District agreed to pay BEF back if enough community members subscribed to support the project. Over 670 citizens signed up, oversubscribing the project, and BEF stood to make a profit in year two. The BEF Board voted to reward this successful project by converting its return on investment into a grant, including all additional profits. Chelan PUD is using the money to expand the system and broaden the subscription.

 

 

 
Technical Details

Product Supplied:
Green power for local community consumption.

Equipment:

BP Solar Monocrystaline (9,240-Watt, 132 Each x 70-Watt, 12-volt), Trace Technologies 10,000-Watt PV10208 3-phase solar electric inverter