PureSky Energy announced the commercial operation of its Heath Brook and Sand Brook community solar projects.
The two solar farms, located in Corinth, New York, have a combined capacity of approximately 12.92 megawatts direct current (MWdc), with each project rated at about 5 megawatts alternating current (MWac).
Together, they will produce around 18.8 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity annually, enough to power approximately 2,725 homes each year and offsetting over 30 million pounds of CO₂ emissions.
Heath Brook and Sand Brook are expected to cut utility bill costs by nearly $8 million over their 30-year lifetimes.
“We’re proud to flip the switch on these solar farms in a way that truly includes everyone in our community,” said Nicholas Topping, VP Community Solar of PureSky Energy, in a statement.
Both solar farms are part of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority’s (NYSERDA’s) Inclusive Community Solar Adder program, which incentivizes projects serving low-to-moderate income communities. 60% of each project’s capacity is reserved for LMI subscribers.
PureSky worked closely with local organizations and utilized a simplified enrollment process so qualifying families could easily sign up and start saving money.
Topping continued, “The transition to clean energy must be equitable. By dedicating a portion of each project’s capacity to low-income subscribers, we’re ensuring that hundreds of local families who need relief the most are directly benefiting through lower electric bills. Heath Brook and Sand Brook demonstrate that renewable energy projects can deliver tangible financial benefits to underserved households while also advancing a cleaner grid for New York.”
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