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METRICS: Coordinate with local energy providers to track changes in energy consumption. <br /> ACTIONS: <br />● Share resources with residents explaining the benefits and resources available <br />through utility green power purchase programs and community solar gardens. Target <br />low-to-moderate-income residents who may not have the financial resources to install <br />solar panels but still have interest in renewable energy. <br />● Promote information regarding on-site, solar technology including solar benefits, <br />funding available including through the Inflation Reduction Act and MinnPACE for <br />commercial properties, utility programs (Xcel Energy’s Solar Rewards), SAV’s solar <br />permitting requirements, and solar panel manufacturers/installers to educate residents <br />about solar energy options. <br />● Discuss participating in the Partners in Energy Program and creating an Energy Action Plan. <br />● Address financial barriers for low-to-moderate-income residents by reducing or waiving permit <br />submission fees for solar panels. <br />● Partner with Minnesota Renewable Energy Society to build Community Solar Gardens <br />on public property (e.g. parking lot canopies) where qualifying households can apply for a <br />subscription and save money on their monthly electric bill <br />● Explore solar panel installation on public facilities. Seek funding from utility providers and <br />government programs, and integrate implementation costs into the annual budget. <br />● Explore solar panel installation on public facilities. Seek funding from utility providers and <br />government programs, and integrate implementation costs into the annual budget. <br />INITIATIVE 2 <br />INCREASE USAGE OF RENEWABLE ENERGY <br />DESCRIPTION: St. Anthony Village is committed to advancing renewable <br />energy for its residents. Building on solar achievements, the City can improve <br />access to solar technology, particularly for low-to-moderate-income residents. <br />Simultaneously, the City can promote on-site renewable energy, community <br />solar gardens, and participation in utility green power programs that allow <br />residents to directly support renewable energy growth and environmental <br />benefits. <br />TIMELINE: 2024 - ONGOING <br />METRICS: Coordinate with energy providers to collect solar energy production data from individual properties <br />and collaborate with utility providers to gauge participation from residents. <br />FOCUS >>> <br />CLIMATE PLAN 2023 >> 31