Governor David A. Paterson announced a 100-megawatts (MW) photovoltaic project in New York. The initiative follows on the heels of the Governor’s recently announced 50-MW solar photovoltaic (PV) project, lead by the Long Island Power Authority. Together, these projects totaling 150 MW would position New York as the State with the second highest installed PV capacity.
“Today’s announcement is a critical step forward in achieving New York’s goals under its Renewable Portfolio Standard and in boosting the State’s energy independence,” said Governor Paterson. The state plans to receive 45% of its electricity through energy efficiency and clean renewable energy by 2015.
On behalf of the State, the New York Power Authority (NYPA) will issue a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) for the purpose of exploring a public-private partnership for the installation of up to 100 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, including roof-mounted and ground-mounted PV arrays at municipal facilities, public and private schools, businesses and State agencies throughout New York.
The deadline for receipt of RFEI proposals is July 7, 2009.
Specifically, NYPA is seeking proposals that would promote potential regional economic development opportunities for local component manufacturing and assembly.
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