Gallup Solar, a community group dedicated to establishing a 40 MW solar power plant to serve the Gallup/McKinley County area in northwestern New Mexico, USA, received $45,000 in capital outlay funding, March 5, 2008 from the New Mexico Legislature.

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Ender Kirin
Gallup Solar
Voice: +1 (505) 726-2497
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http://www.gallupsolar.org

Gallup Solar Receives Capital Outlay Funding

GALLUP, N.M. - Gallup Solar, a community group dedicated to establishing a 40 MW solar power plant to serve the Gallup/McKinley County area in northwestern New Mexico, USA, received $45,000 in capital outlay funding, March 5, 2008 from the New Mexico Legislature. The group will complete a feasibility study and implementation plan for the site.
Gallup Solar's approach to leadership has grown the group from five women who just wanted to bring solar power to Gallup to a membership of 87. The intensity of its vision and members has attracted support from many different sectors of society. Driven by beliefs in sustainability and affordable renewable energy for all, the group continues to move forward in its vision to create a 40 MW solar power plant.
These citizens demonstrate that ordinary people can make changes in the energy policies of their region. Join the quest for community solar! Contact Ender Kirin at 1-505-726-2497 or visit http://www.gallupsolar.org.

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