Several post ago; we talked about how Yosemite an initiative to trim some if its trees to improve its famous views. After that ordeal they have now modernized a bit and installed the largest solar panel array of all national parks.
This new system will supply over 10 percent of the parks power and has been mounted at several points in the park (not disturbing the beautiful views).
This huge install cost around four and half million dollars; however, the park will be saving fifty thousand dollars a year in energy and expects to see seven hundred thousand in rebates over the next five years.
It’s nice to see more and more parks and social areas incorporating solar energy into their businesses. It not only saves money and the environment, but it also sets a standard. As the general public sees more and more solar panels go up, they will soon follow. I predict in the future that houses will be coated in paint that will be able to absorb solar energy, making easy for anybody to have solar power.
