Landfill to Solar Incentive Programs

Success Stories

CS Energy’s Eagle Solar I and II Community Solar Projects

CS Energy’s Eagle Solar I and II Community Solar Projects were the first example of a developer leveraging New Jersey’s solar incentive programs to finance the closure of a former landfill. The first phase of the massive undertaking saw the 40-acre landfill closed and capped after roughly 40 years, at no cost to the township. The projects, which together total 10 MW, will power approximately 1,600 homes across the region while providing a 20% discount to all subscribers, including 51% low and moderate income (LMI) customers, a move that is expected to produce annual household savings of more than $200 and just under $7 million over the 20-year lifetime of the project for all 1,600 homes.

Governor Murphy speaking, solar pannels in the background

This project achieves many goals in Berkeley Township, which include the final capping of our long-closed landfill, providing green energy to our residents at a discounted rate, and improving the environment by reducing our carbon footprint.

Berkeley Township Mayor John Bacchione

Using the development of community solar, which delivers discounted electricity to working families, we were able to remediate a landfill that was untouched for more than 40 years. With Governor Murphy's continued leadership we look forward to replicating this successful model throughout New Jersey.

Eric Millard, CS Energy Chief Commercial Officer

We are proud to support transformative energy projects like Eagle Solar I and II. These initiatives mark significant strides toward building a clean, sustainable energy future for our state. Also, by focusing on innovative solutions such as grid modernization and community solar programs, New Jersey is not just investing in infrastructure but is also laying the foundation for generations of good-paying, union jobs.

Greg Lalevee, Business Manager of IUOE Local 825 & IUOE General Vice President

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