A solar energy developer Verogy recently completed mechanical installation city schools. The 1,888 panels comprising West Haven’s three projects will produce approximately 969,685 kilowatt hours of Class I renewable energy in their first year, according to the company.
The city and Verogy entered into a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) that makes it possible for West Haven to purchase electricity at a significantly discounted rate. The PPA locks in this lower rate so that as electricity costs rise in the future, West Haven will continue to pay a reduced amount for electricity for the 25-year term of the agreement.
The project will save taxpayers a combined average of $118,800 annually for the 25-year term, and the renewable energy produced will offset the equivalent of 685 metric tons of carbon dioxide each year, according to Verogy.
“We’re grateful for our partnership with Verogy and the work they’ve done to install solar energy systems at three of our schools, furthering West Haven’s goal of reducing our carbon footprint,” said Neil Cavallaro, Superintendent of Schools. “In addition to benefitting the environment, going green also reduces taxpayer costs, and is a great lesson for future generations attending our schools.”
The project at Carrigan installed 360 kilowatt DC rooftop solar “array” consisting of 800 modules. The company claims the installation will save taxpayers an average of $52,000 dollars annually in energy expenses over the contract term.
At Bailey Middle School. An installation of 360 kilowatt DC rooftop solar array consisting of 800 modules, with an expected savings of $52,000 dollars annually.
At the former Anna V. Molloy School, an installation of 288 panels, is expected to save about $14,800.
“Our West Haven projects…deliver renewable power at a reduced cost to West Haven,” said William Herchel, Co-Founder and CEO of Verogy.
Verogy’s proposal for the three solar projects was selected through a Request for Proposals process held in March 2020 by the City of West Haven’s energy consultant, Titan Energy New England.