PowerBank Advances 3.1 MW Hybrid Solar and BESS project on a Closed Landfill in NY

Executive Summary

• PowerBank secured all discretionary municipal approvals for its NY‑South Park 3.1 MW hybrid solar and BESS project on a closed landfill in Buffalo, New York.
• The company is now pursuing final approval from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and will commence construction once construction permits and financing are obtained.
• Upon completion, the facility will operate as a community solar project expected to serve approximately 388 homes.

Key Details

• Project Capacity: 3.1 MW (solar + battery energy storage system).
• Location: Closed landfill site in Buffalo, New York (NY‑South Park project).
• Regulatory Milestones Achieved:
• Negative declaration under SEQRA.
• Area and use variances approved.
• Zoning map amendment secured.
• Pending Approvals: Final construction approval from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.
• Financing: Construction will begin after receipt of final construction approval and securing third‑party financing (details not disclosed).
• Community Impact: Project to be operated as a community solar facility, expected to power 388 homes and provide electricity bill credits to participating homeowners.
• Strategic Context: Contributes toward New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act goal of 6 GW solar capacity by 2025; adds to PowerBank’s pipeline of >1 GW and >100 MW of completed projects.

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