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Six Flags Discovery Kingdom lights up with solar power for Holiday in the Park

Dec 03, 2019 Joe Kleiman News, North America, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Six Flags Discovery Kingdom lights up with solar power for Holiday in the Park


Six Flags Discovery Kingdom lights up with solar power for Holiday in the Park

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, in partnership with sPower and Borrego Solar Systems, made the official switch to solar power at a special event to kick off the park’s 12th annual Holiday in the Park, the first to be powered by renewable energy. The event included remarks by Congressman Mike Thompson and Vallejo Mayor Bob Sampayan, who flipped the giant, ceremonial switch, officially flipping the park to solar energy, and turning on millions of twinkling lights. Moving forward, 80% of the park’s energy usage will be powered by one of the largest solar carport installations in the country.

“We are thrilled to be introducing the nation’s first solar powered Holiday in the Park events. The marvelous wonder of this special time of year truly comes alive in our parks with a smorgasbord of seasonal delights to see and experience,” said Senior Vice President of US Park Operations Tom Iven. “Our elves go all out to deck the largest halls, trim the tallest trees and turn millions of lights on extra bright to welcome our guests to the biggest and most immersive holiday celebration anywhere in the world. No one else but Six Flags could offer beautiful, falling snow on cue, scrumptious treats, dashing thrill rides, and the chance to make special memories with Santa and Bugs Bunny. A visit to Holiday in the Park is on everyone’s wish list this season.”

Key facts about the solar installation include:

7.5 megawatt solar carport built over the main guest parking lot;

Producing 11.9 million kilowatt hours of energy annually;

Will offset 8,400 tons of carbon dioxide equivalents each year, which is the same as taking 1,800 cars off the road;

The park will be able to offset 80% of its energy usage with solar power;

Over 360 individuals were employed in association with the construction of the project;

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is the first theme park on the West Coast powered by solar energy; and

The park will be home to one of the largest solar carport installations in the country.

Holiday in the Park is the park’s magical holiday tradition featuring extravagantly themed entertainment, tantalizing, festive food offerings and Six Flags’ signature collection of world-class roller coasters, rides and attractions.

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom features more than 60 rides and attractions, including unique, up close and interactive animal experiences. Holiday in the Park is open weekends through January 2020 and is included with all active Memberships and Season Passes. For specific park hours and information, visit sixflags.com/discoverykingdom/.

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