Twitter Video: Renewable energy is our future...

[Donkees]

Link to tweet

[JudyM]

1. "Landfill solar with storage" means what, a solar capture field on top of a closed landfill...?

[Donkees]

2. Yes, and in the two news articles which cover his visit to this site...

in this thread...

http://www.democraticunderground.com/1280218497

It's mentioned that this microgrid was setup as a back-up power supply for a nearby emergency shelter.

The solar panels and battery storage system is set up as a “microgrid.” That, utility officials said, allows it to serve as a backup power source for an emergency shelter at nearby Rutland High School.

The microgrid is able to disconnect from the larger electricity grid during outages, allowing electricity from the solar panels and batteries to power the shelter.

And, as GMP stores more and more solar energy, through the state-of-the-art control systems the utility is able to tap into that storage at times of high demand and avoid having to pay the expensive cost of electricity during peak period.

Bernie also played an important role in putting Burlington on the path to being an all-renewal energy city.

[JudyM]

3. Fantastic, inspiring, gives some hope!

Thanks for posting, it's great to see the range of his path.

[beam me up scottie]

4. Bernie's everywhere!

He's wearing out his shoes - but that's to be expected when you walk the walk.

A true progressive - and a mensch.

[Donkees]

5. Welcome Back! :)

[beam me up scottie]

6. Happy to be back! And THANK YOU for keeping DU informed on Bernie's efforts in the Resistance.

I follow him on social media but your daily threads are invaluable.

I'm glad you're still here and I'm sure I'm not the only one.