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Largest Solar Power System at NFL Team Headquarters Completed

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The New York Jets, a leading NFL team, and Yingli Green Energy Holding Company Limited have completed a massive solar power system at the Jets' headquarters and training center in Florham Park, NJ. This installation, which utilizes over 3,000 Yingli Solar panels, is the largest photovoltaic (PV) system at a NFL team headquarters. The project was designed and constructed by SunDurance Energy, LLC, and the power generated will be sold to the Jets under a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA).

Key Takeaways:

  • The solar power system at the New York Jets' headquarters and training center is the largest PV installation at a NFL team headquarters, utilizing over 3,000 Yingli Solar panels.
  • The project was designed and constructed by SunDurance Energy, LLC, and the power generated will be sold to the Jets under a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA).
  • The Atlantic Health Training Center solar installation is expected to generate over 750,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity per year, reducing CO2 emissions by 540 metric tons annually.
  • The project will save the Jets tens of thousands of dollars in electricity expenses each year, with no capital outlay.
  • According to a statement by Thad Sheely, Executive Vice President of Finance and Stadium Development, "going green was the catalyst" for the project.
  • Yingli Green Energy Americas commended the Jets for their commitment to renewable energy, and Syncarpha Capital and SunDurance Energy were praised for their dedication to making the project a reality.
  • This project marks another prominent solar success for the state of New Jersey, a U.S. leader in solar energy, second only to California.
  • Nautilus Solar Energy, LLC will provide ongoing asset management services for the project.
  • Work on the project began in late June, and was completed approximately eight weeks later on-budget and on-schedule.

Statistics:

  • 3,000 Yingli Solar panels utilized in the installation
  • 750,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity generated per year
  • 540 metric tons of CO2 emissions reduced annually
  • Over 100 cars equivalent in CO2 emissions reduction
  • Tens of thousands of dollars saved annually in electricity expenses
  • 8 weeks - the duration of the project from start to completion
  • June 2010 - the month work on the project began
  • 2010 - the current year of the project's completion

Sources:

  • "Yingli Green Energy Holding Company Limited (NYSE: YGE) and The New York Jets Complete the Largest Photovoltaic Installation at an NFL Team Headquarters." (Original Article)
  • Energy Weekly News editors from staff and other reports.

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