Wedoany.com Report-Mar 9, The NOLA VFW renewable energy installation includes a 10-kW solar photovoltaic array paired with 18 kWh of battery storage duration. The system offsets much of the center’s electricity use and can save about $1,400 per year in utility bills.

PosiGen’s Director of Operations, Glynn Woodall, and Solar Alternatives President and Founder Jeff Cantlin explain the solar storage battery function to attendees.

"Reliable power means the VFW can offer veterans and their families a safe place to gather, access power, and receive help during grid outages," said Empowered by Light's Executive Director, Moira Hanes, in a statement. "Transitioning community services and emergency response away from costly and unreliable diesel is a major step in building sustainability and resilience for communities like New Orleans impacted by climate change."

The Nola VFW solar-storage project was completed in February. Both Solar Alternatives and PosiGen are partners in New Orleans’ Solar for All NOLA Program, which offers free at-home feasibility studies and financing options for residents considering whether to power their homes with solar.

"At PosiGen, our mission has always been to empower families and strengthen communities through sustainable energy solutions," said Tom Neyhart, Founder and Executive Chairman of PosiGen. "This project embodies that commitment by providing families with a safe haven during storms and establishing a resilient, dependable hub for the community during power outages. We are proud to partner with the New Orleans VFW to create a beacon of light and hope in times of need."