Local leaders cut the ribbon on the new rooftop community solar project. Dimension Energy
On Sept. 24, Dimension Energy celebrated the grand opening of the largest community solar project in Union Township, New Jersey.
Amid an energy cost crisis in New Jersey, the new 3.12-MW rooftop community solar project at 750 Union Ave. will save over 450 households an average of $900/year on their energy bills..
Dimension’s portfolio of 29 community solar projects on warehouse rooftops across the state will provide affordable energy for 10,000 New Jersey households by the end of this year, thanks in large part to enrollment partnerships with municipalities like the Township of Union, and local partners like the United Passaic Organization.
“With electric bill rate hikes as high as 20% for New Jersey residents, Dimension is proud to partner with the Township of Union and partners across the state to bring a low-cost energy choice to thousands of Garden State residents,” said Dimension Energy chief development officer and co-founder Sam Younes. “By working hand-in-hand with local and state partners, we’re able to tap into existing infrastructure and generate low-cost power where it is needed as quickly as possible — saving families money on their energy bills, opening the doors to good-paying local solar jobs, and delivering economic benefits for years to come.”
Community solar has the benefit of being fast to develop, and it’s cheaper for subscribers than other energy options. Recently, under Governor Murphy’s leadership, the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has been directed to authorize 3,000 MW of new community solar capacity by October, greatly expanding access to affordable energy across the state.
“At a time when we are hearing from constituents all over the state concerned about rising energy costs, it is programs like this that help local residents, especially low-to-moderate income households, save money for their families,” said State Senator Joseph Cryan (D-20).
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