KEPPEL Sands Coast Guard has switched on its new solar power system as the flotilla moves to direct its funding more towards essential duties rather than paying for infrastructure costs.
Darryl Prizeman, who is based at Keppel Sands and is Squadron Commodore for the Central Queensland Coast Guard, said the new system was installed to significantly reduce the cost of electricity.
“We expect to operate on a cost-neutral basis for our electricity with the new system,” Mr Prizeman said.
“This will allow us to focus funds on the central purpose of the Coast Guard, to ensure safety at sea, so we can invest more in equipment and training rather than carrying costs like electricity.”

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