Track throws the switch on solar
Friday, Jul. 30, 2010
Pocono Raceway switched on its state-of-the-art alternative energy source Friday as its new 25-acre solar energy farm came to life.
The layout, which features nearly 40,000 solar cells, draws energy from the sun and is now the primary energy source for the 2.5-mile race track. It will also add electricity to the local power grid.
"We encourage other tracks and sponsors to follow this lead in making sustainable programs and renewable energy a continued priority for the sport," said NASCAR Chairman Brian France.
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