Solar energy as revenue generator at former landfill
A closed landfill in Canton, Massachusetts plans to implement solar power infrastructure that will generate $16.3 million for the city. The landfill sat unused for over 20 years when city officials decided to build a solar array on the site that will include 19,844 solar panels, citing the relatively low investment and significant return. Additionally, this system involves a ‘non-invasive’ mounting system that was developed to prevent landfill cap disturbance. City officials reported the solar generation won out over other options because of the return on investment and relatively short timeframe – one year from construction to operation.
(via CleanTechnica)
