May 18, 2009
New York Plans 100 MW Solar Project
New York Governor David Paterson has announced a 100 MW solar photovoltaic project in New York. The initiative follows on the heels of a recently announced 50 MW solar photovoltaic project. Together, these projects totaling 150 MW would position New York as the state with the second highest installed PV capacity.
The new installations will help New York reach its aggressive renewable energy goals – by 2015, the state wants to receive 45 percent of its electricity through energy efficiency and clean renewable energy.
The New York Power Authority will issue a Request for Expressions of Interest for the purpose of exploring a public-private partnership for the installation of up to 100 megawatts of solar photovoltaic systems, including roof-mounted and ground-mounted PV arrays at municipal facilities, public and private schools, businesses and state agencies throughout New York. The deadline for receipt of RFEI proposals is July 7, 2009.
Specifically, NYPA is seeking proposals that would promote “potential regional economic development opportunities for local component manufacturing and assembly.”
If the RFP is issued, it would likely result in a 2010 project start date.
In an attempt to be more environmentally friendly, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg proposed that wind turbines be installed on top of the city’s skyscrapers and bridges.
The city has also issued an RFP last year for private solar developers to purchase, install, own and maintain solar panels on city-owned buildings in all five boroughs as part of PlaNYC
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Reader Comments
This is huge!
Governor Paterson is leading the charge to position New York state as a leader in the new clean energy economy.
As a number of reports show, the solar industry is poised for dramatic growth as the economy begins to turn. Making these investments now will definitely pay dividends for NY down the road.
Very nicely done, Governor.
The Green Knight | May 18th, 2009