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Last updated: Tuesday, 06/01/2010

Real-Time Solar in Santa Monica

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 The 180 kW solar array atop the Civic Center Parking Structure can be monitored using a system called Fat Spaniel. To see the power output of this groundbreaking building, click on the images or here.
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Now you can monitor solar energy production from the new Big Blue Bus facility as well. Click on the graphic below or here  to access more real-time data.
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