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Delegation split 8–6 on recommendation for 100 kW jail solar project; committee cites 30% federal tax credit window
Summary
An exploratory committee proposed a 100 kW solar array on the county jail that it said would generate roughly $30,000 a year and about $1 million over 40 years; the delegation voted 8–6 against recommending moving forward now, largely because of timing, grant pursuit and payback horizon.
A solar exploratory committee presented a financial analysis for installing a 100 kW solar array at the county jail. The committee said the system would generate roughly 180,000 kWh in year one (about $30,000 in avoided electricity purchases at present contracted rates) and — with an 80% loan and a federal 30% investment tax credit — would show positive cashflow after an initial two‑year support period and a longer…
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