The Port of Long Beach has installed a 904.75kW Mitsubishi Electric photovoltaic (PV) system to contribute to its sustainable environment developments.
This system includes 3,290 Mitsubishi Electric solar modules and has the potential to generate approximately 1,547MWh of energy per year.
“With the aggressive environmental measures mandated by the Green Port Policy, the Port of Long Beach is a model for ports around the world. This new solar system at LBCT terminal E helps us become the first near-zero-emission container terminal on the planet,” said Anthony Otto, president of Long Beach Container Terminal.
He added: “Because of our location, we need robust solar modules that can withstand corrosion from high salt content in the air. Mitsubishi Electric modules can withstand nearly any environment, even those with high levels of salt content.”
The electricity generated system has been purchased through a 25-year power purchase agreement with SoCore Energy/Edison Energy.
As part of the Long Beach Container Terminal Pier E redevelopment project, the PV system will contribute to making a competitive green, technologically advanced container terminal.
Robert Garcia, Long Beach Mayor, concluded: “Long Beach Container Terminal is taking a leadership role toward a more sustainable city. I applaud the efforts of all parties involved in this installation, making LBCT a shining example of environmentally friendly port operations.”
source: GreenPort |