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PowerBank Corporation Executes Lease and Power Purchase Agreements with NY State DMNA for 20MW Solar Projects

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The New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs (DMNA) has partnered with PowerBank Corporation to develop a portfolio of ground mount, rooftop, and parking canopy solar power projects and battery energy storage systems. This collaboration aims to provide sustainable green energy and resiliency services to DMNA's facilities across New York State. The portfolio consists of approximately 19MW of solar photovoltaic systems and 1MW/2MWh of battery energy storage, with individual systems located at various New York Army National Guard facilities.

Key Takeaways:

  • The portfolio of solar projects and battery energy storage systems will provide clean energy to DMNA facilities across New York State, reducing utility costs and increasing energy resiliency.
  • The project will help DMNA meet its resiliency, climate, and economic savings goals, with the potential to decrease utility costs for the organization.
  • PowerBank Corporation will develop, finance, and construct the solar projects, with construction expected to start by the end of 2025.
  • The project is expected to be operated as community solar projects, providing benefits to local residents and saving them money on their electricity bills.
  • The partnership between DMNA, PowerBank, and the New York Power Authority (NYPA) will bring the first of its kind 20-megawatt renewable energy and microgrid project to New York State.
  • Major General Ray Shields, the Adjutant General of New York, stated that this project will make significant progress towards meeting Governor Hochul's efforts to reduce carbon emissions.

Statistics:

  • The portfolio consists of 19MW of solar photovoltaic systems and 1MW/2MWh of battery energy storage.
  • The project will reduce utility costs for DMNA and provide energy resiliency to its facilities.
  • The project is expected to Start construction by the end of 2025.
  • The New York Army National Guard facilities or properties will host the individual systems.

Sources:

  • PowerBank Corporation (PRNewswire, Oct. 14, 2025)
  • The New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs (DMNA)
  • New York Power Authority (NYPA)
  • Governor Hochul's office

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