April 16th, 2009
Nice Idea…But You Need To Think Bigger
Via Slashdot…
Florida To Build Solar-Powered City
Mike writes "The sunny state of Florida just announced that they will begin construction this year on the world’s first solar-powered city. A collaboration between Florida Power & Light and development firm Kitson & Partners, the 17,000 acre city will generate all of its electrical needs via a 75 megawatt, $300 million solar-powered generator. The city will also use smart grid technology to manage its power and allow all inhabitants of the community to monitor their energy consumption."
Nice idea. Sounds…vaguely familiar…
It’s not just about how the energy is produced. It’s about how it is used.