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Simsbury sustainability group pushes school solar ahead of state, federal deadlines
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The Simsbury Sustainability Committee plans to present an updated sustainability plan to the Board of Selectmen on Oct. 15 and urged quick action to pursue school solar projects using Connecticut Green Bank programs and other financing options, noting time-sensitive federal tax-credit rules.
Members of the Simsbury Sustainability Committee said they will bring an updated sustainability plan before the Board of Selectmen on Oct. 15 and urged committee members to show support in the audience as schools and the town explore solar installations funded through the Connecticut Green Bank.
Committee members described the Green Bank approach as a power-purchase agreement (PPA) model that can put solar on district roofs with little or no upfront cost to the town while the bank manages procurement, installation and ongoing operations. Committee members said alternative financing — including issuing municipal bonds so the town owns panels and captures tax credits — is also possible but may take more time to arrange.
The committee highlighted several district buildings as…
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