From black gold to green power: Solar project on Fillmore oil refinery site nears completion

The solar project just east of Fillmore is nearly complete. (courtesy photo) A former Ventura County oil refinery is entering a new phase of life as construction of 25 acres of solar panels reaches completion near Fillmore. Developed by Cenergy, the project will provide 3 megawatts of energy, to be bought by the county government,…