- Ameresco (AMRC, Financial) and BXP (BXP) complete a 1.3 MW solar photovoltaic system in Reston, Virginia.
- The system provides an estimated 1.5 million kilowatt-hours of renewable energy annually.
- The project aims to reduce energy costs and boost energy resiliency for Reston Town Center.
Ameresco, Inc. (AMRC), a leading energy solutions provider, has successfully initiated commercial operations for its solar PV canopy project in Reston, Virginia. Developed in partnership with BXP, Inc. (BXP), the largest publicly traded developer and manager of premier workplaces in the United States, the project exemplifies innovative clean energy solutions for urban settings.
This 1.3 megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic system, mounted atop a downtown parking garage, is designed to generate approximately 1.5 million kilowatt-hours of renewable energy annually. The clean energy is set to benefit the Reston Town Center by offering competitive energy pricing and increased energy resiliency while minimizing dependence on the electric grid.
Ben Myers, Senior Vice President of Sustainability at BXP, lauded Ameresco's instrumental role in overcoming logistical challenges to bring this project to fruition. The system not only enhances covered parking capacity but also transforms the parking structure into a renewable energy plant, showcasing a practical application of sustainability in urban infrastructure.
Jonathan Mancini, Senior Vice President of Solar Project Development East at Ameresco, highlighted the importance of this endeavor in providing dependable and affordable energy solutions to the Reston community. As a milestone in Ameresco's ongoing sustainability initiatives, this solar canopy project underscores the company's commitment to delivering cost-effective, reliable energy solutions across various sectors.
