Arizona Western College and Main Street Power combine Solar Education, R & D and Energy Generation in 5-Megawatt multiple technology installation
Yuma, AZ (March 23, 2012) - The 5MW multi-technology solar installation at Arizona Western College (AWC) in Yuma, AZ was recognized with a national award this week by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and the Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA) as one of the three most distinct photovoltaic projects of 2012. The announcement and ceremony took place at PV America's annual conference in San Jose, CA.

This unique 23-acre installation, which brings together five distinct PV technologies, is the first of its kind in the country to combine the priorities of workforce development, R & D, and utility scale energy generation.

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