There’s another step of progress to a greener Philadelphia
The City of Philadelphia has embarked on a solar project that will provide 22 percent of the electricity needed by city-owned buildings, purchasing power from the Adams County solar farm. The Power Purchase Agreement is in place for the project to break ground by 2020 and be operational in 2021.
This is a major step towards Philly’s goal of “100% renewable, zero-carbon electricity by 2030,” said Christine Knapp, director of the Office of Sustainability, in a press release.
ENGIE, an independent power producer and project developer, estimates that more than 150 people will be employed during construction.
A job fair is being held in April will center around employment opportunities throughout the project.
Want to learn more?
Contractors and suppliers can join the information session this upcoming Thursday from 8:30 AM- 10:30 AM, at First District Plaza, 3801 Market Street, Renaissance Room 3rd Floor.
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