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Published: Jun 30, 2026
Solar Projects for High Schools Advance, Securing Tax Credits Ahead of Deadlines
The city is moving forward with solar projects on the roofs and as carports at both high schools. Green Skies was the sole bidder. These projects will be structured differently from the NRES program, but are on the Board of Education's agenda for July 8th. To meet a tax credit deadline of July 5th, Green Skies' CFO agreed to put up 5% of the farming equipment cost, ensuring the city qualifies for a 40% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) over a three-year project, even with potential Board of Education approval on July 8th. Corporation Counsel is reviewing the necessary documents.
Council Authorizes Phase Two Energy Efficiency Audits for Schools to Secure Additional Incentives
The City Council authorized RLE to begin conducting no-cost site audits for phase two measures related to lighting projects in public schools. This initiative aims to increase the incentive Eversource will pay on the lighting project by implementing additional comprehensive efficiency measures. Phase one involved a lighting retrofit under Eversource's tier one incentive structure, which yielded an additional $125,000 in incentives beyond the initial projected $1.15 million, bringing the total to nearly $1.3 million. The total project cost was approximately $3.7 million, with net monthly savings of around $2,100 for the school district. Phase two has a time sensitivity to capture a bonus incentive exceeding $500,000. RLE will use a separate team for phase two audits to avoid impacting the ongoing lighting retrofits. The motion to proceed with these audits was made by Councilman Dickhaus and seconded by Councilman Kelly, and it passed.
City Approves Solar Revenue Sharing Agreement with Green Skies Clean Energy LLC
The City Council authorized the Mayor or acting Mayor to execute a letter of intent with Green Skies Clean Energy LLC for a non-residential renewable energy solutions revenue sharing agreement. This agreement allows the city to receive a share of the revenue from solar projects built under the NRES program. The anticipated revenue stream over 20 years is over $454,000, averaging about $23,000 annually. This is a replication of a program explored in prior years, with Green Skies having been successful in past RFPs. Funds from this agreement are to be directed into the Energy Efficiency Fund to support residents and businesses with energy-related grants, efficiency upgrades, and potentially other initiatives like balcony solar.
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