KDC Solar starting 5.5-MW New Jersey solar project

KDC Solar, owner, and operator of solar power facilities has announced the commencement of construction on a 5.5-MW solar power system located in the Bridgeton and Fairfield Townships in New Jersey. The solar project will supply electricity to the adjacent Ardagh Group glass manufacturing facility, producing approximately 7.5 million kWh of renewable electricity in its first year. “Ardagh Group is delighted to collaborate with KDC Solar on this renewable project,” said Bertrand Paulet, president, and CEO of Ardagh Group’s North American Glass division. “Upon completion, our Bridgeton facility will benefit from a cleaner, more cost-efficient energy, consistent with Ardagh Group’s objective of delivering fully recyclable, sustainable packaging solutions to our customers.”