NYPA Gets Strong Response on Solar Development

New York Power Authority (NYPA) announced that they have received 43 proposals for the development of up to 100 megawatts of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity.  This would be a huge increase in the amount of installed PV generation in New York State.  The proposals were in response to NYPA’s request for distributed solar generation systems that would meet the needs of about 15,000 homes.

“The overwhelming response we received from the solar power industry puts this project on solid footing, with the initial solar installations expected to begin later this year” said Richard Kessel NYPA president.  He went on to say, “The project, the largest solar initiative in New York State history will make a significant contribution toward NY Governor Paterson’s goal for 45% of the states electricity needs to be met by improved energy efficiency and renewable energy by 2015.