Cherry Lawn Fruit Farms
The installation in Sodus, NY is expected to cover over 100% of Cherry Lawn’s electric load while saving over $26,000 annually, and $650,000 over the
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Commercial Case Studies
Learn about our recent work and partnerships with businesses in our area. GreenSpark is proud to help organizations across the Greater Rochester region and throughout New York State make the switch to solar energy.
Farming & Agriculture
Young Sommer Winery
Completed in 2015, this 20.67 kW roof mount installation in Williamson, NY for our friends at Young Sommer Winery covers 100% of the winery’s electric load
Long Acre Farms
Long Acre Farms, GreenSpark Commercial Solar GreenSpark installed a 72.8 kW solar array for Doug and Joan Allen at Long Acre Farms in the Spring
Fox Farms
Fox Farms in Williamson, NY made the switch to solar in 2014. GreenSpark helped the apple and fruit farm find the right solar system for
Whittier Fruit Farms
Whittier Fruit Farms, GreenSpark Commercial Solar GreenSpark installed two solar arrays totaling 9.4kW at Whittier Fruit Farms in July 2013. The installation marked GreenSpark’s first
Schools & Universities
Cornell University Phase II
In 2020, Cornell announced a 1 MW power purchase agreement on the rooftop of five new buildings of their North Campus Residential Expansion. GreenSpark was
Cornell University
In 2020, Cornell announced a 1 MW power purchase agreement on the rooftop of five new buildings of their North Campus Residential Expansion. GreenSpark was
University of Rochester
GreenSpark Solar was hired for the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction of this 335kW solar array and integrated 392 kWh energy storage project on the
MacArthur CSD
Funded by NYSERDA, this 372kW array was completed in 2015 for MacArthur Elementary. Located on the south side of Binghamton, NY.
Rochester Institute of Technology
GreenSpark Solar developed, designed, and installed a 2.3 MW solar array for RIT.
Solean
GreenSpark Solar was the General Contractor for this 7.412 MW solar project built in the town of Olean, a small city near the Pennsylvania border.
Clarkson University
GreenSpark installed a 2.31MW solar array for Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY in the fall of 2014. The solar array spanned 12 acres of land just outside the Village of Potsdam
Municipalities
Town of Ontario
GreenSpark installed a PowerCharge Platinum dual port electric vehicle (EV) charging station for the Town of Ontario. This pedestal-mounted station was funded through NYSERDA’s Charge Ready NY program
Village of Sodus Point
Village of Sodus Point Project size: 270 kW Completed: 2019 The Village of Sodus Point joined a solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to save the
Village of Lima
The Village of Lima partnered with GreenSpark solar for their 447.12 kW system. The project is owned by Kendall Sustainable Infrastructure, with the Village of Lima entering a 25-year solar power purchase agreement (PPA).
Town of Irondequoit
The Town of Irondequoit received funding for two solar projects through NYSERDA’s Clean Energy Communities Program. GreenSpark Solar provided the turnkey solar package for the
Village of Brockport
This 645.84kW solar array for the Village of Brockport offsets the electricity needs of multiple buildings, including Seymour Library, three fire stations, the visitor center, Department of
Town of Williamson
Williamson became the first town in the state of NY to supply 100% of all municipal loads with its 1.5 MW solar array.
Developers & Institutions
Johnson Park Green Community Apartments
Johnson Park Center (JPC) has taken a bold step toward sustainability by powering its new Johnson Park Green Community Apartments in Utica, NY, with solar energy. GreenSpark Solar’s C&I division installed four commercial rooftop solar energy systems totaling 158 kW across four buildings to help deliver climate-friendly homes for residents and significant financial savings for JPC.
Landfill in Fort Edwards, New York, Turned Into Community Solar Site
GreenSpark partnered with Kendall Sustainable Infrastructure (KSI) and AC Power to provide the engineering, procurement, and construction for this 6.9 MW solar array located on an old landfill in Fort Edwards, NY. This community solar project will provide clean energy to more than 800 local households and provide the following environmental impact each year:
Catalyze
GreenSpark Solar is proud to partner with Catalyze, out of Boulder, CO, to provide engineering, procurement, and construction services for six projects. The projects span several locations throughout New York State, totaling 30.2 MW.
It has been a privilege to work with Catalyze, and we look forward to bringing more local, clean energy to our region!
CVE North America
GreenSpark is providing the primary engineering, procurement, and construction services for five New York State projects owned by CVE North America, totaling over 26 megawatts (MW). As part of the New York Value of Distributed Energy Resources (VDER) program, all five projects will be community solar installations and receive funding from the NYSERDA’s NY-Sun program that aims to make solar energy more accessible to homes, businesses, and communities.
Catalyze
This 6.5 MW solar array, located in Geneseo, NY, is owned by Catalyze, who partnered with GreenSpark to provide the primary engineering, procurement, and construction services. This project consists of 12,012 modules and is an all-tracker system, which means the solar panels move with the sun to maximize production.
Pivot Energy
GreenSpark is providing the primary engineering, procurement, and construction services for six projects across Central and Upstate New York, owned by Pivot Energy, totaling 27.8 MW. The projects are all tracker systems, which means the solar panels move with the sun in order to maximize production. It has been a privilege working with Pivot, another Certified B Corp that focuses on providing a positive impact on society as measured by environmental stewardship, social leadership, and responsible governance (ESG) factors.
270 on East Apartments
The 270 on East Apartments project in Rochester, NY consists of a 73kW roof-mount solar array installed by GreenSpark in 2022. The project is owned by Dyno Group, a Licensed Contractor and NYS-Certified MBE located in Buffalo, NY.
PUSH Buffalo
GreenSpark Solar is partnering with PUSH Buffalo to bring clean solar energy to their new affordable housing project.
Novis Renewables, LLC
GreenSpark provided the primary engineering, procurement, and construction services for five projects owned and developed by Novis Renewables, LLC, totaling 37.5 MWs. The projects span
Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers Solar Canopy Project
The Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers’ 874kW project consists of 2,184 bifacial solar panels mounted on twelve canopies covering Maryknoll’s two parking lots. Ecogy Energy is
Rochester Christian Reformed Church
Rochester Christian Reformed Church went solar in 2021 with a 35kW rooftop system covering about 50% of their electricity needs and saving them over $4,000 every year.
Turner Engineering & Woodbury Place Lofts
This 67kW roof-mount solar array is located right in downtown Rochester and was installed by GreenSpark in 2020. The solar array powers Woodbury Place Lofts
Mark IV Enterprises
Mark IV Enterprises, one of the largest locally-based real estate developers and property management firms in the Greater Rochester area, hired GreenSpark for their 132.7
Lodestar Energy
GreenSpark was the trusted EPC provider for Lodestar Energy’s 2020 portfolio consisting of 18 MWs across Central New York. The portfolio included a 5.2 MW,
Home Leasing
2.2 MW solar array is located in Ontario, NY. GreenSpark designed, developed, and installed the array, which will generate electricity for Home Leasing Affordable Housing Communities throughout the Greater Rochester area.
Rochester Regional Health
GreenSpark worked with Rochester Regional Health on a 5.4873 MW solar array that powers over 100 of their smaller buildings. GreenSpark’s role in the project
Heritage Christian Services
https://youtu.be/8UPF6bQ-UPQ Heritage Christian Services, a non-profit agency that supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, offsets 100% of their electricity needs in the Rochester region
Private Practices
Hilton Family Dentistry
Hilton Family Dentistry made the switch to solar in 2019 with a 24kW roof-mount array installed by GreenSpark. The project received funding from NYSERDA’s NY-Sun program.
Bateman Orthodontics
Bateman Orthodontics utilizes their 35.1kW solar array to power their practice in Rochester, NY. Interested in what we can do for you? Let’s talk. Go Back See
Zugner & Pedersen Dental Group
Based in the Village of Webster, Zugner & Pedersen Dental Group specializes in General Dentistry, Implant, and Cosmetic Dentistry. Their project not only includes a
York Animal Hospital
Based in Livingston County, the York Animal Hospital provides a number of services to the Greater Rochester area. Their decision to go solar helps them
Webster Chiropractic
Webster Chiropractic, GreenSpark Commercial Solar Completed in 2015, this installation in Webster, NY covers 58% of Webster Chiropractic’s electric load with a lifetime savings of
Manufacturing & Technology
Pourware Inked
Mastercraft Decorators, a leading manufacturer in Rochester, NY, turned to solar power to fuel their expansion into a larger facility in 2024. By partnering with GreenSpark Solar to install a 441 kW rooftop array, they cut energy costs dramatically. Leveraging state and federal incentives, Mastercraft’s solar project had a net cost of zero, empowering their growth while contributing to the community’s clean energy goals. Learn more about their story.
Powering Wireless Communications with Solar Energy in Rochester
GreenSpark Solar and Redaptive are transforming Rochester’s telecommunications sector by installing a 401kW roof-mounted solar array on a call center. This initiative will significantly cut costs and greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with New York State’s ambitious climate goals. Scheduled to be operational by July 2024, this project underscores the powerful synergy of solar energy and telecommunications, driving both economic and environmental benefits.
Mount St. Mary’s Abbey
GreenSpark installed this 160 kW solar array for Mount St. Mary’s Abbey in Wrentham, MA. The solar array powers Trappistine Candy, which is run by the nuns of Mount St. Mary’s Abbey. The solar array reduces the electricity bill by more than 60%, helping Mt. St. Mary’s Abbey achieve their renewable energy goals and free up funds to invest back into their community.
Must Stash It
Must Stash It, a self storage facility in Canandaigua, made the switch to solar in 2022 with a 10.36kW roof-mount array. This project installed by GreenSpark Solar was funded in part through the NYSERDA NY-Sun program.
1809 Studios
1809 Studios, located in Macedon, New York, has been solar-powered since 2019. The 12kW rooftop solar array, installed by GreenSpark and funded in part by NYSERDA, adds to the uniqueness of this re-purposed, 19th century Erie Canalside Tavern.
Hale Technology in Practice (Hale TiP)
GreenSpark designed and installed this 65kW roof mount system for Hale Technology in Practice (Hale TiP) in 2020. The system was partially funded through the
Corning Inc.
‘Corning has added five long-term community solar agreements with Kendall Sustainable Infrastructure for solar projects engineered and constructed by GreenSpark Solar. Corning functions as an
HARBEC Plastics
GreenSpark has installed three renewable energy projects for HARBEC and the community, in the Wayne Industrial Sustainability Park (WISP) complex. The projects include a 248kW
General Motors
As part of its commitment to 100% renewable energy by 2050, General Motors contracted GreenSpark Solar to develop, design, and install a 465kW solar array at its plant in Rochester, NY.
Radec Electric Corporation
Radec Electric Corporation is a commercial and industrial electrical contractor based in Rochester, NY. GreenSpark worked with the Radec team to install a 44 kW
Upstate Door
Upstate Door first made the switch to solar in 2015, with a 400kW ground-mount array installed by GreenSpark. In 2021, GreenSpark installed an additional 322kW
R.D. Specialties
R.D. Specialties, GreenSpark Commercial Solar Completed in 2018, this installation in Webster provides an average annual savings of $8,500 and a lifetime savings of $210,000.
Messner Flooring
Messner Flooring installed a 21.4kW solar array at their store in the Village of Pittsford in the summer of 2016. The array was the first solar project built
EPC Portfolio Partners
Kendall Sustainable Infrastructure (KSI)
Kendall Sustainable Infrastructure (KSI) chose GreenSpark as their local partner in building over 45 MWs across 15 projects, including a 17 MW portfolio of new solar capacity in 2020. KSI owns the portfolio, ranging from 4 MWs to 7 MWs, which serve communities across the greater Rochester, Finger Lakes, & Plattsburgh regions.
Examples
Pivot Energy
GreenSpark is providing the primary engineering, procurement, and construction services for six projects across Central and Upstate New York, owned by Pivot Energy, totaling 27.8 MW. The projects are all tracker systems, which means the solar panels move with the sun in order to maximize production. It has been a privilege working with Pivot, another Certified B Corp that focuses on providing a positive impact on society as measured by environmental stewardship, social leadership, and responsible governance (ESG) factors.
Examples
Lodestar Energy
GreenSpark was the trusted EPC provider for Lodestar Energy’s 2020 portfolio consisting of 18 MWs across Central New York. The portfolio included a 5.2 MW, 5.6 MW, and 7.3 MW solar array totaling nearly 50,000 panels.
Examples
Novis Renewables, LLC
GreenSpark provided the primary engineering, procurement, and construction services for five projects owned and developed by Novis Renewables, LLC, totaling 37.5 MWs. The projects span across several locations throughout New York State.
