Solar Panels Coming to Howell Businesses

Solar panels will placed on rooftops in 21 New Jersey locations, including Howell.

First Light Energy is teaming up with Utah-based Extra Space Storage to begin installing solar panels on storage-unit roofs throughout the summer.

“This agreement with Extra Space Storage is an example of the tremendous opportunities and benefits that currently exist for commercial businesses in New Jersey, such as owners of warehouses, factories and storage facilities, to use their roof tops to save on energy costs,” says Michael Allen, national sales director for First Light Energy.

“These benefits are not only fiscal, especially with existing Federal and State tax incentives, but can also help to promote a company’s values and influence the way consumers and the public view their company.”

The Extra Space Storage site will be set up at 5440 Route  9 in Howell. It utilizes a 50 kilowatt system, said to be energy efficient.

Collectively, the 21 sites will generate 1.2 million kilowatt hours annually —equivalent to powering 170 homes from the sun.

For more information, call 866-83-SOLAR or visit www.1stlightenergy.com. For more information on Extra Space, visit www.extraspace.com.