The town of Portland strives to be more sustainable while also lowering energy costs. That is why they tapped into the Solar Municipal Assistance Program (MAP) with the Connecticut Green Bank to install a solar photovoltaic system at Brownstone Intermediate School. Solar MAP is a no-cost technical assistance program that identifies project sites, designs projects based on feasibility, provides flexible financing, and coordinates incentives and contractorsWith this new system, the school can continue educating with knowledge that they are making a positive difference on the environment.