Solar Capital Group Funds 499 Kw PV Project In Arlington – A City Record
Arlington, TX (9/11/11) — Right Choice Industrial Automation
(RCIAC) announced it has been awarded a contract for the
construction of just under 500 kilowatts of solar photovoltaics on
a pair of apartment complexes in Arlington, Texas. This paired
project includes a 205 kilowatt solar system at Brandon Oaks
Apartments, and a 294 kilowatt system at Spanish Oaks
Apartments. The site is near East Park Row & Hwy 360. Each complex has approximately 200
rental units. According to an Arlington city official, this project will constitute the largest solar
installation in that community.
Austin Based TREIA Member, Solar Capital Group, LLC provided consulting and capital for
the project. “We are excited to help independent Texas firms compete with the national big
boys,” said President Jim Young. Oncor is providing a substantial rebate which will cover a
significant portion of the $3M system cost. Young’s firm provides capital in exchange for the
rebates.
As a result of funding by Solar Capital Group, six additional contractors were hired for the
Arlington job contributing to the local jobs economy. Those contractors will employ workers in
various types of positions, including electricians and welders, with pay ranging from $8-$25 an
hour.
Dallas Business Journal Article Here – Link-
Jim Young
President
Solar Capital Group, LLC
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