The Cohasset Alternative Energy Committee unanimously advanced two warrant articles for the upcoming Special Town Meeting, aiming to capitalize on expiring federal tax credits and state grants for clean energy initiatives. The committee's special meeting on August 28 focused on a proposal to install solar arrays at the Osgood and Deer Hill schools and a resolution to set municipal decarbonization goals. The first article, based on a previously approved 2020 measure, seeks authorization to lease the Osgood and Deer Hill school properties for solar arrays and potential battery storage. Chair Tanya Bodell explained the urgency, citing a 30% federal incentive that requires construction to begin by 2026. She advocated for including both schools in the article to ensure maximum flexibility. “Including Deer Hill allows us to do is use the Deer Hill property for an easement to connect… which I believe it is in order to connect the Osgood school,” said **Tanya Bodell**. While Osgood's roof replacement is scheduled for 2026, making it eligible, Deer Hill's timeline is less certain. Member **Thomas Daley** questioned if the town could speed up the second school's roof work, asking, “Could we accelerate Deer Hill’s so we can meet the deadlines of the solar tax credits?” Bodell explained that accelerating the project without state cost-sharing approval would not be financially viable. Following the discussion, the committee voted on the proposal. **Motion Made by Chris Oddleifson to recommend the warrant article authorizing the lease of Osgood and Deer Hill school properties for a solar energy array for inclusion in the upcoming Special Town Meeting. Vote Passed 5-0.** The committee then turned to a second article proposing a non-binding resolution for Cohasset's municipal services to achieve 50% net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and 100% by 2050. Member **Debbie Cook** presented the measure, highlighting its role in positioning the town for state funding. "This article helps Cohasset meet the state of Massachusetts stated goals for greenhouse gas reduction," Cook explained. "It is also a requirement for Cohasset to reach climate leader status which will unlock state grants and funding for climate related projects." The resolution is a prerequisite for applying for a state technical assistance grant with a November 9 deadline. Members discussed the distinction between this time-sensitive resolution and longer-term goals. “Unlike these two articles that we're proposing for special town meeting which have deadlines, the specialized stretch code doesn't have deadlines right now,” noted member **Barbara Russell**, referring to another climate initiative planned for a future regular town meeting. Member **Chris Oddleifson** sought clarity on the resolution's impact, asking, "If the town says okay, approves us, what what what does that mean other than we made a statement?" The committee affirmed it is a statement of intent required to access crucial state resources. **Motion Made by Barbara Russell to recommend the non-binding resolution for municipal net-zero greenhouse gas emissions be included in the upcoming Special Town Meeting warrant. Vote Passed 5-0.**