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148 <br /> <br /> <br />Table 58: Solar Resource Calculation <br />Gross Potential <br />(Mwh/year) <br />Rooftop Potential <br />(Mwh/year) <br />Gross Generation <br />Potential (Mwh/year) <br />Rooftop Generation <br />Potential (Mwh/year) <br />42,494,174 1,503,708 4,249,417 150,370 <br /> <br />Alternative Energy <br />Ramsey recognizes the growing field of renewable energy sources and has taken steps over the past <br />decade to include provisions in the Zoning Code that govern their installation. In addition to solar <br />energy systems (as addressed above), Ramsey also permits, under certain conditions, Wind Energy <br />Conversion Systems (WECS) and Ground Source Heat Pumps. Ramsey will continue to monitor the <br />evolution of alternative energies and, where appropriate and supported by the community, will <br />contemplate zoning amendments to avoid unintentionally prohibiting their installation. <br />Greenway Planning <br />Ramsey has developed a robust system of parks and trails. Trail connectivity is a key metric of <br />success for our community. Ramsey desires to continue our tradition of prudent trail planning, <br />connecting important recreational and ecological resources. In order prioritize limited resources to <br />accomplish this goal, Ramsey has prioritized important trail connections around the ‘Circle of <br />Ramsey’ connecting our system of Community Parks. More information on this topic is found in the <br />parks section of this plan. <br />Water Quality <br />Chlorides (de-icing salts) are a growing concern, not only in Ramsey but across the state, due to <br />their likely impact on water quality. Ramsey is committed to exploring opportunities to reduce the <br />quantities of de-icing salts used on roadways as long as it does not negatively impact safety. <br />Options that could be considered or further investigated include an outright reduction in salt <br />applied to roadways and parking lots, installation of pervious pavement and/or pervious concrete <br />roads, alternative road surfaces (e.g. ‘solar’ roads that aid in melting snow), etc. <br />Public Realm Landscaping <br />Ramsey is committed to growing its boulevard/street tree program. A well designed urban forest <br />addresses several of the key imperatives that were identified throughout the public engagement <br />process. Boulevard trees aid with reducing stormwater runoff (improved water quality and <br />increased infiltration). As Ramsey continues to develop, it will inevitably result in a greater number <br />of vehicles on the roads. Boulevard trees will help filter out pollutants and other particulates from <br />the air while also having a traffic calming effect. Boulevard trees also add economic and aesthetic <br />value to neighborhoods and commercial districts.