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Development of a 6.41 MW Solar Project by SolarBank in Bloomfield, NYC

SolarBank Corporation announces a 6.41 MW solar project in Bloomfield, New York, to provide energy to more than 800 homes through the NY-Sun program.
Développement d'un Projet Solaire de 6,41 MW par SolarBank à Bloomfield, NYC.

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SolarBank Corporation, a company specializing in the development of renewable energy projects, has revealed its intention to develop a 6.41 MW solar project in Bloomfield, New York. Known as the Rice Road project, it will be located on a 16.98-acre site and aims to become a community solar production site. SolarBank has already secured a lease for the site and obtained the necessary interconnection approval to move forward with the required permits and financing. The Rice Road project is part of the NY-Sun program of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), enabling the project to benefit from financial incentives. Once operational, the site will supply power to over 800 homes in the region, providing a stable and competitive source of energy.

How Solar Community Energy works and its benefits

The Rice Road business model is based on the concept of community solar energy. This system enables a group of solar panels to connect to the local electricity grid, generating electricity that feeds into the grid. Residents can subscribe to the project and receive credits on their monthly electricity bill, without having to install solar panels at home. This model enables more flexible energy management for consumers. In addition to the benefits for consumers, community solar projects offer an attractive and diversified investment opportunity for companies and investors. The community model also enables a better distribution of costs and benefits, making projects more resilient and economically viable.

Project challenges and prospects

The development of the Rice Road project is not without its challenges. Solar projects are subject to the necessary permits, interconnection approvals and the continued availability of third-party financing. In addition, government policies on solar energy incentives may change, affecting the economic viability of future projects. Despite these challenges, SolarBank Corporation remains optimistic about the future of the project. The company has a diversified portfolio of solar projects across Canada and the United States, with a potential development capacity of over one gigawatt. SolarBank has already developed renewable energy projects with a combined capacity of over 70 MW, demonstrating its expertise and commitment to the sector.

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