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Abbey Centre goes solar

May 12, 2017 | 7:19 AM

BLACKFALDS-  Following approval at this week’s council meeting, the Abbey Centre in Blackfalds will soon be getting part of its power from the sun.

The $396,000 solar project was initiated following a Solar Power Feasibility Study completed by SkyFire Energy.

NuEnergy Systems was awarded the project, which was approved by the Recreation, Culture and Parks Board on May 3rd, along with approving SkyFire Energy to provide consulting services throughout the project.

The Town received grant funding from the Alberta Municipal Solar Plan, which will cover $99,000 of the project.