​CleanChoice Energy marks a major milestone on its renewable energy journey with the interconnection of its first fully owned Solar Project in Franklin County, Pennsylvania. Capable of supplying clean energy to 4,500 homes, this achievement signifies the company’s expansion into solar generation and reinforces its commitment to a sustainable energy future.
​Blairs Valley Solar Project: A Step Toward Clean Energy Growth
With a capacity of 26.15 MW, the Blairs Valley Solar Project features over 30,000 high-efficiency bifacial solar panels. These panels use flex tracking technology to rotate for optimal sunlight capture and connect to the PJM electric grid, which serves Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and surrounding states.
This project solidifies CleanChoice Energy’s position as a renewable energy leader and evolves the CleanChoice Energy business model, making it the first company in the nation to own solar generation assets while also supplying 100% clean energy directly to consumers. It’s a significant step forward, adding more renewable energy to the grid and supporting the transition to a cleaner future.
Zoë Gamble, President of CleanChoice, said: “This interconnection marks an important milestone in CleanChoice Energy’s long-term solar generation plans. We are not only connecting people to clean energy sources, but now we are also generating and adding renewable energy to the grid.”
​Sustainable Design and Community Benefits
CleanChoice Energy designed the Solar Project with sustainability in mind. In collaboration with local seed conservationists, the company developed a solar farm seed mix to attract pollinators. The project also protects local wildlife with permeable fencing that allows animals to move freely, while an extended interconnection path preserves natural wetlands.
Beyond its environmental efforts, CleanChoice Energy has introduced a new scholarship program. For the first four years of the project’s operation, the company will award a $2,500 annual scholarship to a graduating senior from the local school district. This scholarship supports students pursuing college or vocational education in renewable energy and environmental science.
​Expanding Solar Energy Access in the U.S.
The Blairs Valley Solar Project is a pioneer in using retail supply as an off-taker, an approach that enables thousands of retail customers to benefit from utility-scale solar energy. The project was supported by renewable energy tax equity investor Churchill Stateside Group, with Range Renewable Advisors serving as its advisor.
This is just the beginning for CleanChoice Energy, which has several upcoming projects in its pipeline. A 29 MW solar project in Kylertown, Pennsylvania, is set to break ground this winter, with over ten more planned for the coming months. These projects will expand the company’s presence across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Leading the way in clean energy innovation, CleanChoice Energy remains committed to delivering renewable energy solutions that are efficient, sustainable, and community-focused. The Blairs Valley Solar Project marks the beginning of a larger transformation in the renewable energy sector.