CONWAY — Facing an annual electric bill above $375,000 for the district, the Conway School Board’s facilities committee wants to explore getting into the solar business by either leasing or owning a solar farm.
Mike DiGregorio, board chair, owns a small solar company and believes this energy source could provide financial relief to the district.
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