Around the world, utilization of solar power has been growing at an exponential rate, as efficiency of photovoltaic panels improves and costs decrease.
Sunshine Coast residents are eager to investigate options: several homes already have rooftop arrays of pv panels installed, most grid-tied, some off-grid.
The Gibsons Green Team and Sunshine Coast in Transition are hosting a public meeting on Saturday, March 21 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Gibsons & Area Community Centre to explore the development of a local Solar Cooperative. It will provide an opportunity to discuss possibilities for solar projects on the Coast, have a look at pv panels and ask questions of electrical contractors.
Former Gibsons Coun. Lee Ann Johnson, will facilitate the meeting.
Joanna Zilsel will provide a summary of current solar initiatives in B.C., outline challenges to overcome, and highlight potential solar options for our community.
Sunshine Coast Regional District sustainability and education coordinator Julie Clark, will give a ‘big picture’ overview of how a solar cooperative aligns with the SCRD ‘We Envision’ sustainability plan. Matt Hutchings, Dennis Olson and Wayne Slingerland — local electrical contractors with decades of experience in alternative energy systems — will discuss current issues and answer questions.
