City Of Long Beach:City Begins Construction Of Solar Canopies At Public Parking Facilities

Press release from the City of Long Beach:

5/7/2021

construction and operation of ten solar arrays

Phase one of the City’s solar energy PPA includes installation on the rooftops of public parking facilities City Place A (50 W. 6th St.), City Place B (50 E. 5th St.) and City Place C (50 E. 3rd St.) in the Downtown area. The solar energy system totals 415.2-kilowatts, capable of generating electricity equivalent to power 60 homes. The project will reduce the City's carbon footprint by an estimated 530 tons while the City’s utility partner, Southern California Edison, transitions to green technology to meet its goal of 80 percent renewable energy by 2030. The solar arrays will also provide covered parking for approximately 130 parking spaces, improving the experience for public parking customers. 

“Our City is dedicated to implementing innovative and sustainable energy options, and I am thrilled to see the installation of these structures beginning in the First District,” said Councilmember Mary Zendejas.

The project supports the City’s commitment to mitigation actions outlined in the Long Beach Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) for buildings and energy by furthering the goal of 100% renewable electricity usage for all municipal accounts by 2030. The CAAP, anticipated for adoption by the City Council in fall 2021, was developed to address climate impacts on the city, reduce the City’s impact on the climate by reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and meet the City’s goal of carbon neutrality by 2045.

Long Beach Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP)

"Public Works remains dedicated to building sustainable infrastructure and furthering energy efficiency in Long Beach," said Public Works Director, Eric Lopez. "The installation is part of the largest solar installation effort by Public Works to date, with seven more locations in the permitting phase of construction." 

Phase two of this project is expected to begin later this year.  

About the City of Long BeachHome to approximately 470,000 people, the multiple award-winning and innovative City of Long Beach offers all the world-class amenities of a large metropolitan city while maintaining a strong sense of individual and diverse neighborhoods nestled together along the California coast. As a full-service charter city, Long Beach is home to the Queen Mary, Aquarium of the Pacific, several museums and theaters, a highly-rated school district, Long Beach Airport, the Port of Long Beach, as well as many award-winning City departments such as Health, Parks, Recreation and Marine, Development Services and more. The City also has a highly-respected university and city college, two historic ranchos, five hospitals, five golf courses, 171 parks, miles of beaches, marinas, bike paths, and a Bike Share program.

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