Northwest Parkway Boosts Solar Power
Northwest Parkway's operations will now be up to 75% solar powered with the launch of two new solar panel sites, according to the highway's operating company.
The parkway, a toll road operated by VINCI Highways, connects U.S. 36 and Interstate 25 and runs through Broomfield. The two new sites are part of the company's effort to use cleaner energy, as stated by spokesperson Katie Farnan.
The launch of the new sites will add 147,000 kWh per year to the road's solar production.
- The new sites were launched with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 2.
- The parkway's operations will now be up to 75% solar powered.
Author's summary: Northwest Parkway increases solar power usage.