11: Renewable Energy Project

Project Statement

This project will provide funding for a variety of subprojects that serve to move the Unified Government towards 100% sustainable and renewable energy. Depending upon costs and funding availability, examples of eligible sub-projects may include, but not be limited, to solar energy systems; geothermal systems; biogas systems; energy storage systems; building energy management systems; alternative fuel vehicle replacement; providing funds to electrify the ACC vehicle fleet; recharging facilities for electric vehicles; upgrades to lighting and control systems, fenestration, or other energy systems in existing facilities; solar water heating; energy storage and management systems; more efficient HVAC systems, such as geo-thermal; and/or, other renewable energy or sustainability projects defined in an approved sustainability plan as may be amended by the Mayor and Commission from time to time.  Additionally, to the extent allowed by law, funds may be used as matching funds for leveraging grant opportunities.

Estimated Cost:  
SPLOST 2020 Budget
$15,810,000
Estimated Annual Operating Savings
$(1,202,000)

Project Presentation Video

Project Presentation Video