Earlier this week, the U.S. Department of Energy announced $20.5 million in funding awarded to 32 states, territories, local governments, and Tribes through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program.
The City of Grants Pass was awarded $76,430 and will use this money to fund a Feasibility Study of the Economic Performance, Environmental Resiliency, Sustainability, and Social Benefits of Solar Projects for three City-owned properties: the Foothill and Merlin Landfills, and the Redwood pump station.
The Foothill landfill is the oldest of the two landfills and consists of three tax lots totaling 15.97 acres. The Merlin Landfill is capped and comprises more than 300 acres. However, the substation at this site can only support an amount equivalent to what can be produced on approximately 8 to 10 acres. Lastly, the Redwood pump station is located on about seven acres of land.
Once the feasibility study is completed, the City will know which options might be best for each specific site and then can apply for grants tailored to each site.
The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the feasibility study can be found by following this link.
The deadline for submission of proposals is 3 pm. February 8, 2024.
