April 13: Kaptur Announces Ohio's First 'Solar Highway'

"Over time, the solar field will pay for itself, not only injobs created and expertise gained locally, but also from the savings that ODOTwill realize in the cost of lighting the bridge. This project is a bright,shining example of what we can accomplish when working together-federal, state,and local, public sector and private sector.

"With leading-edge technology, the Skyway will now helplight the way to a new and brighter future for our regional economy."

"This project is a great example of the expertise the University of Toledo and the UT Transportation Centercan bring to the table as solar and alternative energy are increasinglyintegrated into transportation systems across the state and nation," UTPresident Lloyd Jacobs said in a statement.

Installation of the solar panels will begin this springalong I-280 south of CentralAvenue and west of Galena Street. The solar array is expected to begingenerating electricity by the end of the summer.