 A new source for clean and renewable energy has found its way to Camp Ripley as a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held today for a new solar array. The solar array was produced by a partnership between Minnesota Power and the Minnesota National Guard. The $25 million 10-megawatt solar farm is the largest in Minnesota and the largest one located at the National Guard installation in the United States. Many dignitaries were there to celebrate the occasion, including Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Tina Smith. It's a little cloudy outside, it's a bright day, and even as we speak this array behind us, which is the largest array on any National Guard facility in the country, is already generating power to make Camp Ripley net zero for energy consumption. And that is really exciting, and it is gonna contribute to making energy all across Minnesota more affordable and reliable and cleaner. It's pretty cool, the 63-acre solar farm is capable of producing 17,000 megawatt hours per year, or the equivalent of enough energy to power 2,000 customers. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.