Just by repacing traffic lights to LED and also get some advanced lighting upgrades and programing to lighting plus multiple solar thermal installations, the City of Concord over $41,500 a year in energy costs, and reduce their carbon footprint by more than 292,000 pounds of carbon dioxide each year “Solar energy has gone from novelty to the mainstream here in Concord,” said Mayor James Bouley. “We are proud to lead the charge in New Hampshire by installing solar thermal systems in four of our facilities. This innovative renewable solution coupled with the LED pedestrian signals and comprehensive lighting upgrades means more clean energy and more jobs for New Hampshire.” “Not only will the newly installed solar panels help reduce the Broadway Fire Station’s utility bills, but they will serve as a teaching tool to the City’s residents, the business community and to the Concord School District students about energy efficiency and renewable energy,” said Joanne Morin, Director, NH Office of Energy and Planning. “Governor Lynch has made it a priority to improve energy efficiency across the State and to increase renewable energy. Projects like these will save NH taxpayers money, create jobs, and help protect the environment.