Aspen gets Pennsylvanian PV projects
- 10 sites with an incorporated capacity of 42MW have actually been purchased from Sunrise Energy
Aspen Power has gotten a first 10 ground-mounted solar projects in northwest Pennsylvania from Sunrise Energy.
These sites, totalling 42MW, are the beginning of Aspen's agreement with Sunrise for the advancement of an 84MW portfolio and represent Aspen's first stage of its multi-hundred MW Pennsylvania approach.
The projects' building and construction is expected to begin in the coming months.
All of the projects will be net-metered under Pennsylvania's Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard Act, permitting Aspen Power to generate energy as well as market excess power back to the grid.
Dan Gulick, senior vice president at Aspen Power, stated: "We are thrilled to reveal the acquisition of these solar projects from Sunrise.
" These projects are a significant step in the direction of our goal of increasing our renewable energy portfolio and providing clean, lasting energy to neighborhoods throughout Pennsylvania."
Dave Hommrich, president of Sunrise, included: "We are thrilled to partner with Aspen Power to bring these solar projects online.
" Our shared vision for clean energy as well as sustainable communities make Aspen Power a perfect companion for Sunrise."