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My name is Jamie Hamilton and I am a senior at Rutland High School who is interested in the ability of solar panels to produce electricity. More specifically, I want to learn about how the productivity of solar panels can vary depending on the location and climate surrounding the panels. Rutland, Vermont is undergoing a "solar boom" where the local utility, Green Mountain Power, is working diligently to expand solar opportunities in the Rutland area. They have established a goal of generating 10,000kW of power from solar panels by the end of 2017. As they work towards this goal, they need to establish locations to construct these solar arrays. They need to select these areas based on public opinion and efficiency potential. Solar panels take up space and there is a surprising amount of controversy over them. Green Mountain Power wants to educate the public about the benefits of solar power, and they want to make Rutland, Vermont the "Solar Capital of New England". To extend my research, I want to learn about the potential for solar power on Vermont dairy farms. Some farms in the state of Vermont are already turning to solar as an alternative source of energy. However, engineering and designing solar arrays on farms can be much more difficult than the average home or commercial array. Spending time on a dairy farm has opened my eyes to the large costs that come with running a farm. Making an investment in solar power can offset a farm's energy costs for up to 30 years after they construct an array. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me, and I hope you enjoy my research.
My name is Jamie Hamilton and I am a senior at Rutland High School who is interested in the ability of solar panels to produce electricity. More specifically, I want to learn about how the productivity of solar panels can vary depending on the location and climate surrounding the panels. Rutland, Vermont is undergoing a "solar boom" where the local utility, Green Mountain Power, is working diligently to expand solar opportunities in the Rutland area. They have established a goal of generating 10,000kW of power from solar panels by the end of 2017. As they work towards this goal, they need to establish locations to construct these solar arrays. They need to select these areas based on public opinion and efficiency potential. Solar panels take up space and there is a surprising amount of controversy over them. Green Mountain Power wants to educate the public about the benefits of solar power, and they want to make Rutland, Vermont the "Solar Capital of New England". To extend my research, I want to learn about the potential for solar power on Vermont dairy farms. Some farms in the state of Vermont are already turning to solar as an alternative source of energy. However, engineering and designing solar arrays on farms can be much more difficult than the average home or commercial array. Spending time on a dairy farm has opened my eyes to the large costs that come with running a farm. Making an investment in solar power can offset a farm's energy costs for up to 30 years after they construct an array. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me, and I hope you enjoy my research.