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P a g e 19 o f 25 <br /> <br />26. Would your proposed project <br />help you to take advantage of <br />funding from other sources <br />besides this grant in the <br />future? <br />Yes, the building has been designed to incorporate various <br />sustainable features, including but not limited to the solar <br />photovoltaic array and educational components which can <br />increase eligibility for other climate action related funding <br />sources. These features will be prominently displayed in a <br />highly-visible, central location, serving to effectively <br />demonstrate the Town and County’s robust commitments to <br />climate action. Completing the solar array with Orange County <br />Climate Action Grant assistance will provide assurance to future <br />funding sources of the benefits to supporting future renewable <br />energy projects in Carrboro. <br />As of Friday August 12th, when Congress passed the Inflation <br />Reduction Act, the proposed solar array will be eligible for a <br />30% Investment Tax Credit. The Town will continue to seek out <br />rebates and grant programs in the future to help offset the costs <br />of these sustainable features. <br /> <br />27. Please describe any other <br />aspect of your project that is <br />relevant to the efficient use of <br />grant funds: <br />The 203 Project will have various energy efficiency measures <br />throughout the building that will utilize the renewable energy <br />produced from the solar panels wisely. Including but not limited <br />to efficient lighting, high-performance VRF HVAC system, and <br />a high albedo roof. <br /> <br /> <br />Criterion 4 - Capacity of Applicant <br /> <br />28. Please describe any projects <br />that you have completed <br />successfully in the past which <br />are similar to the project you <br />are proposing: <br />The Town partnered with Carrboro Community Solar and the <br />Appalachian Institute for Renewable Energy in 2012 for a 5 kW <br />solar electric system in Town Commons. <br />29. If you are proposing to <br />collaborate with other <br />organizations on this project, <br />please briefly describe their <br />relevant experience to the <br />project and/or the target <br />population: <br />The Town’s Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources <br />Department serves all Carrboro communities. The Skills <br />Development Center enhances the lives of adults with <br />developmental and intellectual disabilities. WCOM radio <br />broadcasts and distributes high-quality educational, cultural, <br />music, news, talk, or public affairs programs. The Orange <br />County Public Library provides a broad selection of print and <br />non-print materials; research databases; online services; and <br />public access to computers and free Wi-Fi. They host diverse <br />programming to support literacy and learning at all stages of life. <br />DocuSign Envelope ID: 08DD74BE-CE96-4D90-9C72-8BD18C25E2E7