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Construction is underway for two new solar projects in Kent County, Delaware, set to begin generating electricity for local subscribers in 2025. Chaberton Energy and Pivot Energy are launching Project Crestone in Harrington, Delaware. Attendees at the groundbreaking event included Erica Brinker, Chief Commercial and Sustainability Officer of Chaberton Energy; Seth Shafer, Director of Project Development at Pivot Energy; Stefano Ratti, CEO of Chaberton Energy; Delaware Senator Stephanie Hansen; and Drew Slater, Executive Director of Energize Delaware. These projects are among the first community solar initiatives in Delaware and will collectively provide nearly 10 megawatts of direct current (MWdc) capacity. Together, they will generate enough clean energy to power approximately 900 households and offer subscribers an average savings of 10% on their electricity bills. Developed by Maryland-based Chaberton Energy, the two solar projects will be owned and operated by Pivot Energy, a Colorado-based renewable energy provider. The 5.7 MWdc Crestone solar farm in Harrington will supply renewable energy equivalent to the needs of over 500 homes, occupying a 25-acre site owned by three sisters honoring their late father’s wishes. The Blackburn project, a 4.2 MWdc solar facility in Magnolia, will cover approximately 20 acres and provide enough electricity for over 400 homes. “We are proud of Delaware’s emerging role in the clean energy transition,” said Delaware Senator Stephanie Hansen. “Our ability to use distributed energy resources can help our farmers, take pressure off the power grid, and help Delawareans at all economic levels save money on their power bills.” “A tremendous amount of work went into getting Projects Crestone and Blackburn to construction,” said Erica Brinker, Chief Commercial and Sustainability Officer, Chaberton Energy. “And that includes the work of Senator Hansen who sponsored community solar enabling legislation. Under her leadership, Delaware is showing other states actionable ways to reach clean energy goals and improve life for constituents.” “Pivot Energy applauds Delaware for its leadership in making a significant commitment to develop clean solar energy sources within its communities,” said Kelly Hadayia, Vice President of Revenue Operations, Pivot Energy. “We are proud to help bring cost-savings to Kent County residents while advancing Delaware’s clean energy goals.” |
