Bridgestone Americas Unveils First Ground Solar Array for Manufacturing Process

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Bridgestone Americas, a leader in sustainable mobility solutions, has announced the installation of a new solar array at its Aiken County Passenger/Light Truck Tire Plant in Graniteville, South Carolina. The solar array spans approximately 8 acres, generating 2 megawatts of energy while reducing 1,400 metric tons of CO2 emissions annually, equivalent to the annual electricity use of over 200 homes.

Key Takeaways:

  • The new solar array at Bridgestone Americas' Aiken County Passenger/Light Truck Tire Plant generates 2 megawatts of energy, reducing 1,400 metric tons of CO2 emissions annually.
  • The solar array is located on approximately 8 acres of land at the Graniteville, South Carolina, facility.
  • The installation is a significant step towards Bridgestone's goal of reducing CO2 emissions by 50% by 2030 and becoming carbon neutral by 2050.
  • The Aiken County Passenger/Light Truck Tire Plant has been LEED certified and is a Certified Habitat by the National Wildlife Habitat Council.
  • Bridgestone offers programs through its onsite learning center, including community outreach and training as part of its Environmental Education Program.
  • The facility has been honored with membership in the South Carolina Environmental Excellence Program in July 2018.

Statistics:

  • 2 megawatts of energy generated by the solar array
  • 1,400 metric tons of CO2 emissions reduced annually
  • Equivalent to the annual electricity use of over 200 homes
  • 8 acres of land used for the solar array
  • 50% reduction in CO2 emissions goal by 2030
  • Carbon neutral goal by 2050
  • 20 years of operation at the Aiken County Passenger/Light Truck Tire Plant

Sources:

  • "Bridgestone Americas Unveils First Ground Solar Array for Manufacturing Process" [Al Bawaba (Albawaba.com) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (Syndigate.info), 2021]