North Adams Landfill Project Overview
The North Adams Landfill Solar Project features nearly 7,000 solar panels, collectively generating over 3.5 megawatts (MW) of direct current (DC) power. This capacity translates to approximately 4.3 megawatt-hours (MWh) of energy annually, effectively meeting the entire electricity demand of the city’s municipal operations.
Collaborative Development
The project’s success stemmed from a collaborative effort between Syncarpha Capital, local government officials, and Borrego Solar. Covering 14 acres of the city’s capped landfill, the installation includes a 3.5 MW solar array and two additional 650 kilowatt (kW) systems. Syncarpha Capital entered into a 20-year agreement with North Adams, providing power at a fixed, low cost, thereby ensuring long-term financial benefits for the city.
Environmental and Economic Impact
Beyond supplying renewable energy, the project delivers significant environmental and economic advantages:
- Financial Savings: The city anticipates saving over $400,000 each year, thanks to the reduced energy costs facilitated by the solar array.
- Carbon Emission Reduction: Annually, the installation offsets approximately 2,989 tons of carbon dioxide, equating to removing about 630 cars from the road.
September 8, 2015; North Adams, MA, USA; Ribbon cutting event at the new ground mount fixed tilt solar panel farm in the City of North Adams. (Photographed by: Greg M. Cooper / Borrego Solar)
Alignment with State Renewable Goals
This project contributes to Massachusetts’ broader renewable energy objectives, supporting the state’s aim to expand its solar capacity and promote sustainable energy solutions.
The North Adams Landfill Solar Project exemplifies how innovative use of underutilized land can lead to substantial environmental and economic benefits, while contributing to Massachusetts’ broader renewable energy objectives. By partnering with Syncarpha Capital, North Adams has positioned itself as a leader in municipal renewable energy adoption, setting a precedent for other communities to follow.
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Syncarpha Capital, founded in 2009, is a New York-based private equity firm dedicated to developing, owning, and operating solar and storage projects across the United States, aiming to remove barriers to the widespread adoption of solar energy and storage.
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