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Dry Bridge Solar: Advancing Clean Energy in Rhode Island
Slice of Energy Team
November 22, 2024
Key Highlights:
40 MW AC capacity facility located on a rehabilitated brownfield site in North Kingstown, RI.
Supports Brown University's net-zero emissions goal by 2040, aligning with Rhode Island's zero-emission grid target by 2030.
Economic stability through PPAs ensures predictable energy costs and financial resilience for Brown University.
Collaborative effort involving MN8 Energy, CS Energy, and Energy Development Partners demonstrates the power of partnership in advancing renewable energy.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes:
“Dry Bridge is a transformative milestone for clean energy in the region and signals a significant step toward Brown’s net-zero goals.”
“At MN8, we work relentlessly to help our cherished enterprise customers such as Brown University achieve their decarbonization goals by delivering innovative energy solutions that benefit site host communities and create jobs.”
Our Take:
The Dry Bridge Solar facility sets a precedent for how renewable energy projects can address environmental, economic, and scalability challenges. By transforming a rehabilitated brownfield site into a state-of-the-art solar installation, this project highlights the dual benefits of utilizing underutilized land and advancing decarbonization efforts. MN8 Energy’s innovative collaboration with Brown University showcases a model for other institutions to follow, emphasizing sustainability, financial foresight, and community engagement.