Dover Solar Project
Enel Green Power is developing the Dover Solar Project in Dover Township, York County, Pennsylvania. Based on its current design parameters, the Dover Solar Project will produce enough carbon-free electricity to power a projected 12,000 Pennsylvania households and help avoid the emission of around 80,000 tons of CO2 each year.
Our company has a proven record in developing solar and wind projects nationwide, and collaborating closely with landowners and civic leaders in order to create projects that benefit the entire community.
We strive not only to be a good neighbor, but also to become a strong community partner. Having an open dialogue with local residents is important to us, and we are dedicated to seeking community input and incorporating as much of that feedback as possible into our plans.
Technology
Solar
Status
In development
Capacity
75 MW
Landowners and acreage
11 landowners and ~600 acres
Community Impact
Economic Benefit
Dover Solar will generate real estate tax revenue over the life of the project, which will benefit the local school district and public services. The project is also estimated to create hundreds of jobs during construction, and generate predictable, long-term income for landowners.
Agricultural Presence
Enel Green Power is exploring the potential of maintaining agricultural presence throughout the life of the project through native vegetation and other dual-use practices such as livestock grazing and bee pollination. While quietly and passively harvesting sunlight, the land beneath the solar panels lies fallow, which allows the quality of the soil to improve.
Visual Impact
Compared to many other types of commercial development, low-profile solar panels present minimal visual impact. Vegetative screening will be added around nearby homes.
David Capparelli
Prior to Enel, David was a principal at Dakota Power Partners and Adger Solar, where he focused on the commercial, technical and project management aspects of the ventures. Prior to his work at Adger Solar, he was VP of Sales, Business Development & Marketing of Suzlon Wind Energy Corporation’s North American operations and President of SURE Power, LLC (Suzlon’s North American development company). His earlier positions include Development Director at RES North America, Project Manager at FPLE Energy, Manager of European Projects at Kamine International, and Project Engineer at Ansaldo North America. David holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland, is a licensed Professional Engineer, and can be often be found in the mountains around Park City and elsewhere.
Contact Us
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