Greenwood Biosar announced today that has completed construction on one of Vermonts largest solar photovoltaic power plants, a 2.4MWp system, in Sheldon Springs, approximately 35 miles north of Burlington. The plant has been interconnected since August 30th.
"Greenwood Biosar is very proud of its work constructing one of the largest solar power plants in Vermont," said Greenwood Biosar CTO Fivos Kalimeris. "We put our companys deep background and expertise to work constructing a magnificent project. Our team has a wealth of experience in solar engineering, design, procurement and construction of utility scale solar projects. Were delighted to be providing Vermonters with clean, emissions-free generation to meet their customers electricity needs."
The solar farm is located in Vermont Electric Cooperatives (VEC) service territory. As the hosting utility, VEC has interconnected the solar farm to the electric grid and is purchasing a portion of the renewable generation output. "VEC has been pleased to work with the Greenwood Biosar team to facilitate their interconnection with the VEC grid which helps to meet Vermonts renewable energy goals," said David Hallquist, CEO of Vermont Electric Cooperative (VEC).
The new 2.4 MWp solar power plant is generating approximately 3,000 MWh of electricity annually, and avoid the emissions of 1,800 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere each year.
Greenwood Biosar specializes in the design, engineering, procurement, construction, operations and maintenance of solar power plants. The company is currently active in constructing utility-scale solar projects in locations throughout the United States and Central America.
