The City of Pendleton, Oregon, in collaboration with cleantech integrator Ameresco, Inc., celebrated the groundbreaking for a $1.8 million solar photovoltaic (PV) canopy system at the Pendleton Wastewater Treatment and Resource Recovery Facility (WWTRRF). This state-of-the-art 240 kW solar PV system is expected to generate approximately 325,000 kWh of electricity annually, bringing the facility closer to its net-zero energy target. The project is funded through a combination of state and federal grants, utility incentives, and city resources. The project is also supported by the Oregon Department of Energy’s Community Renewable Energy Grant Program (CREP). In addition to providing clean energy, the solar canopy will enhance operational efficiency and improve water quality by shading the chlorine contact chamber.
City of Pendleton & Ameresco start work on solar canopy
Ameresco partners with Pendleton in this renewable energy milestone aimed at reducing emissions. (Photo Credit: Ameresco)
The dual-use project integrates agriculture under solar panels and floating aquaculture with energy storage. (Image Source: PRNewswire)
The Horsham project combines solar and battery storage, supporting grid stability and peak demand management. (Image Credit/Source: Atimedia/Pixabay)
The 20 MW solar project actively supports Eramet’s SBTi roadmap and climate goals. (Image Source: SolarPanal/Pixabay)
Sherco Solar is the Upper Midwest’s largest solar project, set to power 150,000 homes when fully operational. (Image Source: Xcel Energy)