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MBTA wants solar companies to build plants at Wonderland in Revere and Readville Yard 5 in Dedham

By Colin A. Young

 |  Globe Correspondent  

  March 26, 2012

The MBTA is planning to install solar panels at two sites this fall to expand its use of renewable energy and possibly save the cash-strapped agency some money. The agency is looking for an outside company to design, build, and maintain solar panels at the Wonderland parking garage in Revere and the Readville Yard 5 in Dedham line, a spokesman said today. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority began advertising for bids last week and hopes to begin construction in the fall.

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