Solar Panels Save Money and Save the Planet
Lessening our dependence on fossil fuels is one of the best ways we can thwart climate change. Using alternative energy sources including installing solar panels can help us do just that.
Worried about rising energy costs? Solar panels can make a significant difference in lowering your energy bill, especially during summertime. Long sunny days produce lots of solar power that can be used to keep your house cool.
Residents throughout Cook County are now eligible to participate in Grow Solar Chicagoland, a volume purchasing program that is designed to make installing solar energy more accessible and affordable. The program, sponsored by Cook County, the Citizens Utility Board, and the Midwest Renewable Energy Association, provides education and customer preparedness so that installation is quicker and more economical.
Interested residential and commercial property owners will also receive a free solar site assessment along with cost estimates. The potential customers will then be able to make their decision without obligation.
We are pleased to announce that the Village of Franklin Park will host two “Solar Power Hours.” Join us to learn about the benefits and incentives of going solar, and how it can become more affordable through the group buy program. A Grow Solar presenter will walk you through the basics of solar energy and will explain how you can save money with rebates and incentives.
There are two options to participate in the FREE educational Solar Power Hours:
In-person Presentation on Wednesday, July 13 at 6:30 PM in the Community Room at the Police Station (no registration required)
Online Webinar on Tuesday, August 2 at 11 AM – (Registration required: register through our website, a link will be provided when you register)
If you have been interested in reducing your carbon footprint and think solar may be of interest, I urge you to participate in the Solar Power Hour sessions to explore the program. Going solar will help you save the Earth and save money at the same time.
A Franklin Park Fire Prevention Expert
Keeping Franklin Park safe and saving lives is the mission of our Firefighters. We are proud of these well-trained and courageous men and women who put their lives into harm’s way for our safety.
We are especially proud to tell that you that Battalion Chief Nicholas Steker assisted in the development and authoring of the latest book instructing new Fire Investigators across the country. ‘Prevention and Practices in Arson Investigations’ is published by the International Associations of Fire Chiefs, International Association of Arson Investigators, and the National Fire Prevention Association.
Well done Battalion Chief Steker and thank you for all you do for Franklin Park!
Mayor Barrett Pedersen