Australia designates "solar city" -- envelope please...

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...and the winner is... Adelaide! (cue music!)

The proposal aims to install PV panels on more than 1,700 homes in the northern part of Adelaide, roll out 7,000 "smart meters" and help residents save around AUD $200 a year on electricity bills.

Chosen last month out of 23 cities to host the trial project, Adelaide was congratulated by Australia's Prime Minister John Howard for embracing the visionary concept.

Consumers will be able to purchase the PV panels, made by BP Solar in Sydney and SLIVER cell technology from Origin Energy's Adelaide plant, using discounted loans. The project also plans to help low-income and rental households in the community share in the benefits of the project through other cost-saving initiatives.

http://renewableenergyaccess.com/rea/news/story?id=45948