Delaware Electric Co-op to use Glasgow-built solar panels at site in Sussex County

Delaware Electric Co-op to use Glasgow-built solar panels at site in Sussex County Delaware Electric Cooperative will break ground on a $14 million four megawatt solar park in Sussex County that will use panels manufactured near Newark. The park could eventually be expanded to 40 acres with the ability to produce eight megawatts of power. "We are satisfied that DEC is supporting the renewable energy economy right here in Delaware by providing its members locally produced, renewable energy from a source that has been producing solar modules right here in Delaware for the last 20 years," stated Derick Botha, Vice President of Motech Americas. "DEC is fostering green jobs in Delaware and giving back to the community by supporting the local economy and we are proud to be the provider of choice. The solar park is being developed by SunEdison and will help DEC meet the state's renewable energy portfolio standards, which require utilities to generate or purchase 25 percent of their energy from renewable sources by 2025. Jack Markell has thrown his support behind the project, which promises to offer environmentally friendly energy to southern Delaware. The power generated by the facility will offset energy purchases from the wholesale market. The project is not expected to have a quick impact on member rates. According to Bill Andrew, CEO of DEC, "We are dedicated to supplying the highest value to our members while building the park at the lowest possible cost. "It puts people to work building and installing clean energy technology which provides jobs, benefits the environment and helps to grow the clean technology industry. " Groundbreaking for the project is expected to be held this spring. The construction of the solar project is expected to cost approximately $14 million and could be completed by early 2013. "The new solar park makes a smart investment in the community," said Governor Jack Markell. The solar panels will be purchased from Motech Americas in Glasgow, with construction of the facility creating 40 temporary jobs. This park will provide a much needed economic boost to Delaware," said Andrew. " "Delaware Electric Cooperative is committed to using Delaware workers and solar panels made in the state. Gov. The park will feed power directly to the co-ops electric distribution system. " The co-op announced that Delaware labor and products will be used to build the solar park. Delaware Electric Co-op to use Glasgow-built solar panels at site in Sussex County Trade News selected by Local Linkup on 13/03/2012