The Greg Poole Jr. All Faiths Chapel at Dix Park in Raleigh now operates with a new 67.5-kilowatt solar power system, marking a step forward in the city’s renewable energy efforts. The installation is expected to offset about 45 percent of the chapel’s annual electricity consumption and reduce long-term operating costs.
This initiative adds to the sustainability features already present at Dix Park, such as the Gipson Play Plaza and the Sunflower Field. Megan Anderson, City of Raleigh Sustainability Officer, said, “Projects like this are about more than saving on energy bills — they’re about powering our community more sustainably. Sustainability projects at Dix Park also enable us to educate the millions of people who visit the park about solar power and sustainability.”
The solar project supports Raleigh’s Community Climate Action Plan (CCAP), which aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 80 percent citywide by 2050.
Other solar efforts in Raleigh include solar-powered electric vehicle charging stations at certain city parks and Solarize the Triangle, a program that has helped residents install home solar panels and lower their energy costs. Additionally, three rooftop solar projects are underway at city operations centers, expected to provide a combined 612 kilowatts of capacity, reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about 1.2 million pounds annually, and save approximately $30,000 each year.
The chapel’s solar upgrade is a joint effort among the City’s Office of Sustainability; Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources; and Engineering Services.
For more information on how solar power fits into Raleigh’s climate objectives, residents can review the 2025 Community Climate Action Plan Implementation Report or visit the city’s page on solar and renewable energy.
