GlobeNewswire: ForeFront Power Contains the last 10 of 8 releaseshttp://www.globenewswire.com/External?Length=42024-03-29T15:06:32ZGlobeNewswirehttp://www.globenewswire.com/External?Length=4newsdesk@globenewswire.com (NewsDesk)https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2020/07/14/2062247/0/en/San-Luis-Obispo-County-energizes-first-solar-projects-on-path-to-reduce-energy-costs-and-greenhouse-gas-emissions.html?f=22&fvtc=4&fvtv=49969San Luis Obispo County energizes first solar projects on path to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions2020-07-14T21:54:26Z<![CDATA[Developed and financed by ForeFront Power, the two projects are designed to supply over 80 percent of site electricity needs. Developed and financed by ForeFront Power, the two projects are designed to supply over 80 percent of site electricity needs.]]>ForeFront Power completed two projects for the County of San Luis Obispo, including a 226-kilowatt (kW) solar parking canopy at the Dairy Creek Golf Course. The two projects will generate over 850,000 kilowatt-hours of renewable energy per year – replacing an additional 625 metric tons of CO2 emissions, equivalent to removing 135 passenger vehicles from the road each year.ForeFront Power completed two projects for the County of San Luis Obispo, including a 326-kilowatt (kW) solar parking canopy at the Department of Social Services. The two projects will generate over 850,000 kilowatt-hours of renewable energy per year – replacing an additional 625 metric tons of CO2 emissions, equivalent to removing 135 passenger vehicles from the road each year.https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2019/08/22/1905469/0/en/TurningPoint-Energy-and-ForeFront-Power-Announce-6-57-MW-of-Maryland-Community-Solar-Projects.html?f=22&fvtc=4&fvtv=49969TurningPoint Energy and ForeFront Power Announce 6.57 MW of Maryland Community Solar Projects2019-08-22T13:10:41Z<![CDATA[Three Projects in Baltimore and Prince George’s Counties Are Commencing Construction as Part of First Year of Community Solar Program Three Projects in Baltimore and Prince George’s Counties Are Commencing Construction as Part of First Year of Community Solar Program]]>TurningPoint Energy and ForeFront Power announce today the commencement of three Maryland-based community solar projects that are fully developed and beginning construction. These projects, which represent 6.57 megawatts (DC) of community solar capacity, will mitigate 7,780 tons of carbon emissions annually, which equates to nearly 1,500 cars off the road. ForeFront Power is also planting pollinator friendly ground cover to foster a habitat for bees, birds, small mammals, and other wildlife.https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2019/05/23/1841824/0/en/From-Signing-to-Completion-in-Under-a-Year-Stockton-Unified-and-ForeFront-Power-Bring-1-8-MW-of-Added-Solar-Capacity-to-San-Joaquin-Valley.html?f=22&fvtc=4&fvtv=49969From Signing to Completion in Under a Year: Stockton Unified and ForeFront Power Bring 1.8 MW of Added Solar Capacity to San Joaquin Valley2019-05-23T17:12:21Z<![CDATA[Renewable energy developer brings solar to 10 more elementary schools in the in Northern California District. Renewable energy developer brings solar to 10 more elementary schools in the in Northern California District.]]>An example of a typical solar canopy installation at one of Stockton USD's elementary schools.https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2019/05/15/1825551/0/en/Guilderland-Central-School-District-Goes-Solar-with-ForeFront-Power-Cutting-Carbon-Footprint-in-Half-and-Saving-Taxpayers-Millions.html?f=22&fvtc=4&fvtv=49969Guilderland Central School District Goes Solar with ForeFront Power, Cutting Carbon Footprint in Half and Saving Taxpayers Millions2019-05-15T19:22:58Z<![CDATA[Students, Staff, and Local Officials Presided over Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the 3.0 Megawatt Solar Project Today Students, Staff, and Local Officials Presided over Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the 3.0 Megawatt Solar Project Today]]>The District’s third and largest solar project, a 22-acre ground-mounted site built by ForeFront Power, is expected to produce 3.3 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of clean electricity annually. The District is offsetting 58 percent of their annual energy consumption and reducing operating expenses by an estimated $4.5 million over a 20-year period.
The project is part of the District’s ambitious initiatives around reducing operational costs from the existing grid. Guilderland Central is also one of the pioneering school districts in the state with sustainability initiatives, looking to reduce their carbon footprint while also improving student quality of life.https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2019/01/23/1704135/0/en/ForeFront-Power-Completes-27-Megawatts-of-Community-Solar-in-New-York-as-a-Part-of-a-Greater-Portfolio-Planned-to-Serve-Over-10-000-Customers.html?f=22&fvtc=4&fvtv=49969ForeFront Power Completes 27 Megawatts of Community Solar in New York as a Part of a Greater Portfolio Planned to Serve Over 10,000 Customers2019-01-23T13:05:55Z<![CDATA[Innovative framework allows off-site solar subscriptions with no rooftop installation Innovative framework allows off-site solar subscriptions with no rooftop installation]]>The 3-megawatt (MW) “Hollygrove” project, located in Wayne County, is the first of ForeFront Power's portfolio of over 75 MW planned to serve over 10,000 customers across New York.https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2018/11/13/1650866/0/en/UC-Santa-Cruz-developing-Solar-and-Storage-System-with-ForeFront-Power.html?f=22&fvtc=4&fvtv=49969UC Santa Cruz developing Solar and Storage System with ForeFront Power2018-11-13T19:54:11Z<![CDATA[The University will benefit from $6 million in electricity savings during the project term. The University will benefit from $6 million in electricity savings during the project term.]]>The 2 megawatt (MW) solar parking canopy project will contribute to the University’s Campus Sustainability Plan, which includes the goal of installing 4 MW of solar photovoltaic technology on the main campus. The project will also include 1.2 MW of energy storage to reduce peak demand and shift load to times of day when electricity is cheaper.https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2018/10/11/1620147/0/en/ForeFront-Power-Approved-for-First-Community-Solar-Project-for-SDG-E-s-EcoShare-Program.html?f=22&fvtc=4&fvtv=49969ForeFront Power Approved for First Community Solar Project for SDG&E’s EcoShare Program2018-10-11T15:12:35Z<![CDATA[San Francisco, California, Oct. 11, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ForeFront Power is excited to announce that its community solar project in San Diego County is now the first to be approved for San Diego Gas and Electric’s (SDG&E) EcoShare program. The program allows SDG&E customers, including those who rent or cannot install on-site solar, the option of purchasing up to 100 percent renewable energy from an off-site location.Approximately half of U.S. households and businesses are unable to install rooftop solar due to space, lack of sun exposure or ownership limitations, according to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). SDG&E’s EcoShare program gives residential and business customers – including those who rent – an easy way to participate in solar without installing or maintaining solar panels.“We are thrilled to be pioneers of this important community solar program for SDG&E customers,” said Vice President of Sales, Rachel McLaughlin. “For customers who are unable to benefit from on-site solar energy, we now have a solution to extend the benefits of renewable energy to them.”ForeFront Power is developing the inaugural EcoShare program community solar project in Campo, California. Participating customers will sign a contract directly with ForeFront Power to subscribe to a portion of the energy produced from the 2.4-megawatt solar project. In turn, customers will receive a program credit from SDG&E on their monthly energy statement based on the kilowatt-hour output of their subscription with the developer.Both residential and business customers may now express their interest in the project to ForeFront Power in order to start their subscription upon project completion in spring 2020.“These new solar plants will deliver sustainable energy options to customers regardless of their ability to access private solar systems, and represents a growing investment in the regional economy,” said Kendall Helm, Vice President of Energy Supply for SDG&E.For more information about ForeFront Power’s community solar project with SDG&E and/or to subscribe, visit http://info.forefrontpower.com/ca-sdge-cameron]]>ForeFront Power is developing the inaugural EcoShare program community solar project in Campo, California. Participating customers will sign a contract directly with ForeFront Power to subscribe to a portion of the energy produced from the 2.4-megawatt solar project. In turn, customers will receive a program credit from SDG&E on their monthly energy statement based on the kilowatt-hour output of their subscription with the developer.https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2018/08/22/1555367/0/en/Back-to-School-with-Solar-Three-California-school-districts-select-ForeFront-Power-as-solar-provider-to-install-3-7-megawatts-across-13-sites.html?f=22&fvtc=4&fvtv=49969Back to School with Solar: Three California school districts select ForeFront Power as solar provider to install 3.7 megawatts across 13 sites2018-08-22T17:20:15Z<![CDATA[San Francisco, CA, Aug. 22, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ForeFront Power is thrilled to announce that three additional school districts across California have selected the developer to install 3.7 megawatts (MW) of solar photovoltaic capacity across 13 locations. Stockton Unified School District, South Monterey County Joint Union High School District, and Shasta Union High School District all engaged ForeFront Power to go solar with no capital outlay.The solar parking canopy projects, which will be completed in 2019, are expected to generate over 5 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity annually, representing 4,793 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent avoided from the grid.1 ForeFront Power will manage all aspects of project development, including financing via a Power Purchase Agreement that requires no upfront cost or bonds on the part of the districts.“As one of the largest school Districts in California, it’s important that we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability while conserving District resources,” said Steve L. Breakfield, Director of Facilities & Planning. “ForeFront Power’s solutions enable Stockton USD to implement solar at schools across our District without the use of bond funds and bring solar learning directly into the class room.” Stockton USD has prior experience installing solar at several high schools and middle schools. For this second round of sites, the District chose ForeFront Power as their solar provider. ForeFront Power makes the decision to go solar easy by offering a full suite of services – on-site and off-site renewable energy solutions, battery storage, electric vehicle charging, and solar energy curricula – through a streamlined procurement process via School Project for Utility Rate Reduction (SPURR). ForeFront Power’s backing by Mitsui, the ‘A’-rated global energy investment leader, ensures expedient project development and a stable counter-party for the long-term life of the solar projects.“We are proud to be the solar partner of so many school districts across California,” said Co-CEO of ForeFront Power, Go Mizoguchi. “More and more schools are leveraging ForeFront Power’s innovative solar solutions. Our team continues to be recognized for our industry leading expertise in developing and financing solar projects for California Schools.”All districts utilized an innovative purchasing framework through SPURR that allows public agencies in California to “piggy-back” a competitive Request for Proposal process for solar energy. SPURR’s program mitigates many challenges of public procurement, like consultant fees and long contract negotiations. Since 2015, the SPURR Renewable Energy Aggregated Procurement (REAP) program and the ForeFront Power team have helped over 20 school districts and municipalities procure more than 50 MW of clean solar power across more than 100 sites.“We are thrilled that so many schools, municipalities, and county offices are saving time, effort, and money by using our procurement process. SPURR strives to offer clear, fair, and competitively-sourced terms and conditions that allow for easy sourcing,” said Michael Rochman, Managing Director of SPURR.The schools will also receive free energy lesson plans from Schools Power, a leading national education organization that provides school districts with standards-based renewable energy curriculum packages. ForeFront Power and Schools Power announced their partnership in July of last year.“Our curriculum will make on-site solar adoption even more real for students,” said CEO of Schools Power, Elliott Josi. “Students will be able to practice their skills in STEM and English language arts. Also included are activities to build student interest and awareness of careers in the solar energy industry.”For more information about ForeFront Power and solar energy for schools, visit k12.forefrontpower.com.About ForeFront PowerThe ForeFront Power team has more than a decade of renewable industry experience, serving business, public sector, and wholesale power customers around the world. Our team has developed over 800 MW of capacity across more than 1,000 projects, targeted on assisting public sector agencies and C&I firms to deliver the most impactful behind-the-meter, community solar, and wholesale solutions. ForeFront Power is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mitsui & Co., Ltd., a global energy infrastructure and investment leader.About SPURRSPURR is a Joint-Powers Authority duly formed and existing under the California Joint Exercise of Powers Act. SPURR was formed to seek reduction and control of utility rates on behalf of its members and other program participants. SPURR membership is open to all California public K-12 school districts, county offices of education, and community college districts. SPURR is governed by a Board of Directors who are management-level employees of member organizations. SPURR, with over 240 member organizations, aggregates purchasing power and expertise for thousands of public agency facilities across the state of California. SPURR programs include procurement of solar and energy storage, natural gas, electricity, LED lights and controls, utilities data management and conservation services, electricity demand response, and telecommunications and networking goods and services.Forward Looking StatementsMatters discussed in this press release contain forward-looking statements. When used in this press release, the words "anticipate", "estimate", "expect" and similar expressions identify such forward-looking statements. Actual results, performance or achievements could differ from those contemplated, expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained herein. These forward-looking statements are based largely on the expectations of the Company and are subject to various risks and uncertainties.1 Equivalencies calculated using the EPA Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator]]>ForeFront Power was selected by three school districts to install 3.7 megawatts (MW) of solar parking canopy systems. Stockton Unified School District, South Monterey County Joint Union High School District, and Shasta Union High School District will receive solar energy at 13 locations without any upfront cost via a Power Purchase Agreement framework. The systems are expected to be completed in 2019.