It’s a Major Award: GEMS Landfill PV Solar Plant in N.J. Named 2023 Project of the Year Winner

Syncarpha Capital and Pacolet Milliken LLC’s landfill solar project earns top marks for civil engineering

Every year the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) New Jersey Section recognizes and celebrates outstanding individuals and projects that have made significant contributions to the civil engineering industry in the state of New Jersey. This year, the honor goes to the GEMS landfill solar photovoltaic (PV) project in New Jersey. This project, developed by Syncarpha Capital and Pacolet Milliken LLC, was named the 2023 Project of the Year for its groundbreaking design and engineering.

The GEMS landfill project is a 5.6-megawatt (MW) solar PV system located at a closed landfill in New Jersey. The project is designed to generate enough electricity to power over 1,000 homes and businesses in the state. The project is also expected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by over 3,000 metric tons annually, making it one of the largest solar projects in the state.

The project was designed to meet the stringent requirements of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, as well as the stringent requirements of the American Society of Civil Engineers. The project team worked closely with the local community to ensure that the project would be a positive addition to the area. The team also worked with local businesses to ensure that the project would create jobs and generate economic activity.

Project Details

The GEMS landfill project is a 5.6-megawatt (MW) solar PV system located at a closed landfill in New Jersey. The project is designed to generate enough electricity to power over 1,000 homes and businesses in the state. The project is also expected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by over 3,000 metric tons annually, making it one of the largest solar projects in the state.

The project was designed to meet the stringent requirements of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, as well as the stringent requirements of the American Society of Civil Engineers. The project team worked closely with the local community to ensure that the project would be a positive addition to the area. The team also worked with local businesses to ensure that the project would create jobs and generate economic activity.

The project is comprised of over 10,000 solar panels, which are mounted on the existing landfill. The panels are designed to generate enough electricity to power over 1,000 homes and businesses in the state. In addition, the project is expected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by over 3,000 metric tons annually, making it one of the largest solar projects in the state.

The project is also expected to generate over $2 million in tax revenue for the state of New Jersey. This revenue will be used to fund local schools, public safety, and other essential services.

The Impact of the Project

The GEMS landfill project is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy. The project is expected to create over 300 jobs during the construction phase, as well as over 50 permanent jobs. In addition, the project is expected to generate over $2 million in tax revenue for the state of New Jersey. This revenue will be used to fund local schools, public safety, and other essential services.

The project is also expected to have a positive environmental impact. The project is expected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by over 3,000 metric tons annually, making it one of the largest solar projects in the state. In addition, the project is expected to reduce water consumption by over 2 million gallons annually.

The GEMS landfill project is a great example of how solar energy can be used to create jobs, generate economic activity, and reduce carbon emissions. It is a testament to the commitment of the project team to create a project that not only meets the needs of the local community, but also has a positive impact on the environment.

Conclusion

The GEMS landfill project is a great example of how solar energy can be used to create jobs, generate economic activity, and reduce carbon emissions. The project is a testament to the commitment of the project team to create a project that not only meets the needs of the local community, but also has a positive impact on the environment. The project was named the 2023 Project of the Year by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) New Jersey Section, and it is a major award for the team behind the project.

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-- Solar Builder magazine