Solar-powered Alberta town becomes 'net zero' community

        June 28, 2019 National Observer | Alberta | renewables: solar

The 4,000-strong agricultural community of Raymond, Alberta, now runs all municipal buildings and street lights with solar power, buying and selling to the grid as needed. The $2.8-million installation (under $2/watt with a $630,000 grant) makes it the first "net zero" community in Canada's oil patch, reducing carbon emissions and avoiding any future carbon taxes.