Believers hope region catches Freedom Field fever

Rockford Register Star (rrstar.com)
Posted Jul 03, 2010 @ 09:06 PM
Last update Jul 06, 2010 @ 08:06 AM

ROCKFORD — With little fanfare, 56 solar panels were fired up for the first time Monday morning at Freedom Field, marking another milestone for the renewable-energy lab that officials believe will help revitalize manufacturing in the Rock River Valley and protect the environment.

Chet Kolodziej is a true believer. Ask him a question about the new solar panels, and the Freedom Field board member launches into a rapturous discussion of BTUs, optimal angles, Los Angeles, hydrophobic coverings, rooftops and manufacturing.

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