FREELAND, Mich. — MBS International Airport in Freeland celebrated two milestones, including the completion of the state’s largest airport solar array.
There are multiple car canopies covered in solar panels, plus ground-mounted solar arrays.
The airport said the move saves over $26,000 in energy costs a year.
“It’s saving the airport and the taxpayers that support it a great deal of money over the year on electrical savings,” said Dr. Jeff Studebaker, account manager at Veregy.
The second milestone it is celebrating is the airport’s recognition as MDOT’s Commercial Airport of the Year and Project of the Year.
The airport also unveiled electric vehicle charging stations.
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