Oregon first to have solar highway

[OregonDOT]

The entire demonstration project was "Made in Oregon." The 594 solar panels came from SolarWorld in Hillsboro; the inverters came from PV Powered in Bend; and the design and installation were performed by Oregonians. The energy produced offsets over 1/3 of the electricity consumed at the site. The project is owned by the utility serving the area. Using state and federal tax credits, early depreciation and renewable energy grants, the project will be fully funded in 60 months.

[bosatsu76]

540 panels bought from... China? Power only a third of the load of one single intersection. Crummy return for the money.

[OregonDOT]

We've heard that other states are considering similar projects.

[OfficialLuisAponte]

This is very exciting information. Do you think this will inspire other states to follow suit? I would love to get your opinion on this subject posted on DeathofaGasGuzzler . com. Thanks so much.

[ZOMIBErevolution]

this is great news i hope good things come of this

[notrombones]

1 small step...

Many more are needed,

but I'll take it.

[ZOA360]

whoo hoo