​​​BE8-1 Conduct, or hire a consultant to conduct a detailed solar assessment and "Renewable Energy Master Plan" for all primary publicly facilities​​​​.  Master Plan should include exploration of on-site renewable options, community/shared renewable options, and Renewable Energy Credit (REC​) options and provide an implementation plan for achieving 100% renewable energy for all facilities and operations. Incorporate strategies to address electricity storage, and focus on highlighting any hurdles or solutions that would be applicable to the broader community. Largest energy consuming properties should be prioritized for assessment. Provide an overview of funding strategies and incentives including those in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, and illustrate potential return on investment and operational savings.

BE8-2 Install solar on all publicly owned buildings and sites, where feasible based on the findings and recommendations of the Facility Solar Feasibility and Master Plan study by 2027. Explore implementation of micro-grid, solar+storage and other options for improved facility resilience.   Explore including facility solar purchases in community-wide commercial / institutional solar group purchase campaigns.

BE8-3 Collaborate with partners to conduct, or hire a consultant to conduct a study to identify renewable energy generation potential, including on-site generation of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) and/or plasma gasification, at all solid waste and wastewater treatment facilities within the community. Identify a pilot project for implementation by 2028.​