Brightwater Center
Live Solar Electric Generation
At Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF), we believe addressing the planet’s most pressing environmental challenges requires innovation, creative problem solving and discovering a new way of doing business that values the natural resources we depend on. We also believe education plays a critical role in securing a clean energy, low-carbon future. Our nationally renowned Solar 4R Schools program is inspiring a new generation of clean energy leaders with the insight and innovative thinking necessary to solve the nation’s most pressing energy challenges. To get there, we’re transforming solar technology into a complete STEM classroom learning experience. With the help of our corporate, nonprofit and utility funding partners, our vision is to integrate engaging renewable energy education into every science classroom in the nation. Learn more at Solar4RSchools.org.
Snohomish County PUD supplies electricity and water service to one of the fastest growing counties in the Pacific Northwest. PUD programs include low interest loans and cash rebates for residential home weatherization, rebates for efficient appliances and discounted compact fluorescent lights. In spring 2009, the PUD launched a solar program, including loans and incentives for both photovoltaic and solar water heat systems. The utility is also at the forefront of tidal and geothermal energy research. Additional PUD energy comes from renewable hydroelectric sources, co-generation projects fueled by biogas and biomass and wind energy. The Planet Power program provides all PUD customers the voluntary option of supporting the development of even more new renewable energy generation resources. Learn more at www.SnoPUD.com.
By forging strong partnerships with state and local organizations, Friends of the Hidden River and King County have created an ideal place to host and deliver environmental programs that will have a positive influence on issues involving sustainability. Our team would like to give a big thank you to Snohomish PUD for funding the solar project at the Center and to the Bonneville Environmental Foundation for providing project management and educational materials. It is our hope that this project inspires citizens to make decisions that will ultimately sustain our environment.