RTD using light rail or diesel power
In the debate for RTD utilizing either light rail or diesel powered vehicles for their future routes, one possibility that they don’t seem to be exploring is placing photovoltaic modules on the roofs of their parking structures to offset their electrical usage.
RTD could build a structure which would provide shading for cars parked on the roof and provide a place to mount modules. Some of the money to finance the installation of the photovoltaic systems could be provided with renewable energy credits from Xcel and, since renewable energy is a favorite subject for Governor Ritter, maybe he can ask the legislature to help with the funding.
It would be the best of all possible solutions to their quandary; while pushing RTD in the same direction as the rest of the state of Colorado in promoting the use of renewable energy. This would help to satisfy those neighborhoods who are objecting to RTD because of their proposed use of diesel powered cars. And it would go a long way into providing RTD with a means to offset the costs of the light rail. Seems like a win-win solution for all: “quiet clean public transportation, powered by renewable energy".
A solution that all of the Denver metro could be proud to own.
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Bring back Denver Tramway and the old 100 series Jimmie and Mack busses. Bring back the 300 and 500 Flexible busses too!
Posted by Running Hot on October 8, 2007 01:13 AM