Batteries were used to provide 24-hour power to selected buildings in the township, and an existing diesel generator retained to provide battery charging when either low insolation or strong winds prevented use of the solar station for extended periods.

[2] The dishes were resurfaced, and the original collectors each replaced by a cluster of 16 water-cooled photovoltaic cells.

The grid connected power station ran for around 6 years, generating valuable data on the long-term performance and efficiency of the modules.

The power station ceased operation in December 2004 and has been resumed by the owner of the site.

[7] Media related to White Cliffs Solar Power Station at Wikimedia Commons