Walla Walla taps state, federal funds for water plant solar project

WALLA WALLA – Walla Walla Public Works Department is installing solar panels at the water treatment plant on Mill Creek Road.

This project is funded by the state’s Climate Commitment Act and federal Inflation Reduction Act reimbursements.

Public Works Director Ki Bealey states construction has just begun.

The city received a $2.5 million grant for this project.

The plant was chosen for its high power needs, available space, and the benefit reducing power costs provides to all water customers.

Photo via city of Walla Walla