Sierra College on solar power quest

Sierra College on solar power quest for Rocklin, Grass Valley campuses - Auburn Journal: "Sierra College is planning a major move into solar power at its Rocklin and Grass Valley campuses.
With plans for ground-mounted solar cells in parking lots and others on buildings, a report from the college estimates savings of from $75,000 to $125,000 a year on what is now a $1.5 million electricity bill.
The college has put out a request for proposals to construct solar arrays at the two campuses at no cost to Sierra. The contract would also include a power-purchase agreement that could save the college money on electricity.
Bob Parkins is a Sacramento consultant hired by the college to look at the feasibility of solar and develop a request for proposals that includes a power-purchase agreement. Under the power purchase agreement, the college would be paying less for energy than it now pays off the Pacific Gas & Electric grid.
“I’m expecting Sierra College will end up saving money for the energy and be able to use that for its general budget and other purposes,” Parkins said."