Advisory
EP Magazine
Miramar, Florida, has completed its first renewable energy project by installing solar panels at its wastewater reclamation facility. The system will generate 317,000 kilowatt-hours annually, offsetting one month of the facility's peak energy use and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 213 metric tons per year. Florida Power & Light partnered on the project, overcoming challenges like routing underground wiring to avoid damaging existing infrastructure.
This initiative is part of Miramar's broader sustainability strategy, which aims to reduce reliance on the grid and expand renewable energy solutions across municipal facilities. The city plans to explore additional projects to further its environmental goals.
Why this matters to you: This project demonstrates the growing demand for renewable energy partnerships in Florida. Expanding similar collaborations could enhance your SolarTogether program and align with municipal sustainability priorities.