Thanks to all who participated in the Coffee Hour conversation on March 14th about ERUUF solar panel/tree shading issues.
Careful study reveals an annual loss of 30-35% kilowatt hours or about $3,000 per year due to tree shading, and it's now certain that five large trees need to be removed from the area near the walkway. All groups that would be impacted by the decision have been consulted (Garden Team, Earth Justice, Buildings and Grounds, RE, ERUUF staff, Family Preschool, and tree experts), in addition to the meeting with interested congregation members hosted by the Coordinating Team. Our Garden Team and others have a campus master gardening plan and are willing to research lower growing native species for replacement in the area that will not create future solar shading issues.
