Folsom, NJ -
Furthering a company-wide commitment to reducing its carbon
footprint, South Jersey Industries today announced that solar
panel projects at two of its local facilities are operational
and generating electricity.
“We are excited to be an example of the renewable
energy possibilities in our region,” SJI Chairman,
President and CEO, Edward J. Graham, said. “These projects
reflect our commitment to green and efficient energy use,
and we look forward to identifying additional ways for South
Jersey Industries to reduce its energy consumption and promote
renewable energy projects.”
Solar panels were installed at SJI’s Folsom-based
headquarters and South Jersey Gas’ McKee City location.
The Folsom project is a 50kW roof-mounted system
consisting of 210 solar modules. It will generate 60,000
kWh each year. All of the electricity produced will be used
on-site to help meet the building’s electrical needs.
The McKee City project is a 651kW ground-mounted facility.
It consists of 2,772 solar panels and covers roughly two
acres of open land. It will generate approximately 886,000
kWh in its first year. All of the electricity produced by
the solar panels will be used on-site for facility operations.
Marina Energy, another SJI subsidiary, installed the panels
and will be responsible for maintaining them.
“We are proud to help our parent company identify
and pursue green and viable energy opportunities,” said
Mike Renna, chief operating officer for South Jersey Energy
Solutions. “These projects will allow South Jersey
Industries to save money on their electric rates and contribute
to a sustainable energy future.”
About South Jersey Industries
South Jersey
Industries (NYSE: SJI) is an energy services holding company.
A member of the KLD Global Climate 100 Index, SJI offers
solutions to global warming through renewable energy, clean
technology and efficiency. South Jersey Gas, one of the fastest
growing natural gas utilities in the nation, strongly advocates
energy efficiency while safely and reliably delivering natural
gas in southern New Jersey. South Jersey Energy Solutions,
the parent of SJI’s non-regulated
businesses, provides innovative, environmentally friendly
energy solutions that help customers control energy costs.
South Jersey Energy acquires and markets natural gas and
electricity for retail customers and offers energy-related
services. Marina Energy develops and operates on-site energy
projects. South Jersey Resources Group provides wholesale
commodity marketing and risk management services. South Jersey
Energy Service Plus installs, maintains and services residential
and commercial heating, air conditioning and water heating
systems; services appliances; installs solar systems; provides
plumbing services and performs energy audits. For more information
about SJI and its subsidiaries, visit http://www.sjindustries.com.
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