GHG Emissions, Industrial, Solar  -  September 18, 2024

Lake County’s Central Permit Facility Adds Solar

The Lake County’s Central Permit Facility (CPF) in Libertyville, Illinois, will begin utilizing power from a 1-megawatt (MW) ground-mounted solar array.

Standard Solar, a commercial and community solar developer and asset owner, announced the array's completed construction.

Developed with WCP Solar, the array will power the CPF facility with clean, renewable energy and contribute to the county’s long-term sustainability goals.

The solar array is expected to be operational at the end of 2024. It is projected to generate approximately 1,452,000 kilowatt hours (kWh) of clean energy annually and will help lower carbon emissions while reducing the county’s energy costs. This achievement brings Lake County one step closer to achieving its goal of net zero GHG emissions for government operations, fulfilling a resolution passed by the Lake County Board in 2020.

“By adopting solar power, we’re not only showcasing our dedication to combating climate change through the expansion of renewable energy and the decarbonization of our local energy sector, but we’re also achieving significant cost savings for Lake County,” said Sandy Hart, Lake County Board Chair, in a statement. “Our partnership with Standard Solar represents a meaningful step forward, both environmentally and economically.”

Illinois’ goal is to have 25% of its energy come from renewable sources by 2025, with solar playing an essential role in reaching that goal. 

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