Dowell’s future is bright with solar!
Solar energy is saving the Village of Dowell money on electricity! The dollars saved are being reinvested back into the community – from park improvements to filling potholes!
The Village of Dowell has installed two solar projects, at the Village Hall (19.8kW) and Fire Department (8.8kW).
Thanks to these solar projects the Village will save over $3,500 every year in electricity costs!
Other Exciting Facts About the Dowell Solar Projects!
By utilizing state and federal incentives and grants the Village of Dowell installed these projects without spending a dime.
The Village of Dowell and Carbondale partnered to win a Department of Energy Prize called “Energizing Rural Communities” to help pay for the projects. Two videos were made in the process to win this prize and you can watch them here and here!
A local Southern IL company, A&I Builders from Steeleville, built the solar projects in Dowell.
The Dowell solar projects made front page news in The Southern Illinoisan, check it out here!
What Local Leaders and People are Saying About the Project!
“These two solar projects are just the beginning of Dowell’s solar journey. We want to find ways to help bring the money-saving benefits of solar to everyone in town.”
Debi Gresham, Mayor of Dowell
“This solar project will help our community save money. It’s a victory I am going to be able to take to other small towns in Jackson County. And hopefully they can benefit in the same way.”
Jan Phillips, Jackson County Board
“A&I Builders was very proud to be part of the project and give back to the community that we are part of.”
Dee Tanner, A&I Builders