Old Jail Art Center

On top of the Old Jail Art Center sits a 36.36 kW solar array that generates more than 42 percent of the Center’s annual energy needs. That’s the equivalent of avoiding 90,210 pounds of CO₂ or not driving 111,384 miles each year! The energy savings reduce the OJAC’s environmental footprint while reducing energy costs. Over a 25-year span, this solar array will save the OJAC $107,000. These savings are redirected to education and exhibition programs.

The $95,842 grant from Sun Club also helped enhance the OJAC’s existing education programs related to conservation, sustainability, and renewable energy. A rainwater-capturing cistern, also installed with these funds, is utilized for irrigation—reducing water usage.

All of this is adds too existing eco-initiatives, like LED lighting, recycling programs, drought-tolerant landscaping, and renewable insulation material. The art center will be equipped with a solar array, a rain water harvesting system, and even more educational programs.