The City of Ottawa is considering establishing a Solar Array to generate additional power for city customers. The idea would have Evergy build a solar field, which will allow the large energy company to take advantage of tax credits. After seven years, the City would have the option to buy and operate the array, which in the long run could potentially lower the levelized cost of energy for local customers. The proposed project would introduce the most modern solar technology, meaning the panels would turn with the sun, providing the most efficient and greatest output of electricity.
These projects have 25 year lifespan and the size and scale being debated would have enough capacity to generate 5 megawatts of power, enough to power 5,500 homes a month. The location being considered is south of I-35 and east of Montana Road in the vicinity of Proximity Park.
