
Solar Power in DeKalb County
Have you ever wondered “How do solar panels work?” “Are they reliable” “Is my property a good candidate for solar panels?” Representatives from Independence Renewable Energy in Sandwich will be answering these questions and many more during their talk on June 19 at the DeKalb County History Center.
“Solar power is not new, but people have a lot a questions of how it might work here in Illinois,” explained Michelle Donahoe, Executive Director of the DeKalb County History Center. “Solar power and wind power at two topics explored in our current exhibit ‘Crossroads.” This theme easily connects to our local history and provides a great opportunity to discuss solar power in DeKalb County,” she continued.
The June 19 program at 7:00 p.m. is an educational discussion about solar power. The speaker will explore the history solar energy in DeKalb County, current plans, and where it is headed in the future. This event will be held at the DeKalb County History Center, 1730 N. Main Street in Sycamore, and it is free and open to the public. For more information call 815-895-5762 or visit dekalbcounthistory.org