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WILDWOOD – The City of Wildwood hits a milestone in its capital project to reduce utility spending on electricity with four operational EV Chargers on the southern side of City Hall (4500 New Jersey Avenue).
These chargers are accessible to the public and can be used by downloading the BLINK mobile app through the App Store or Google Play.
These four Level 2 chargers, which have a 240-volt electrical source are the first of a total of eight chargers, all of which have the capacity to be upgraded to Level 3 chargers, which use a 480-volt electrical source and charge at a faster pace.
“By installing EV chargers at City Hall, we’re not just supporting clean energy use in Wildwood,” said City Administrator, Steve O’Connor. “We’re also facilitating the use of electric vehicles and consequently lowering carbon emissions in our area.”
The City of Wildwood partnered with Geoscape Solar through the RFP process for its long-term energy transition which includes the EV chargers and two solar canopies that are currently under construction in the north and south lots of the Wildwood Municipal Complex.
"Adding carports will provide the City of Wildwood with renewable energy to power their complex, as well as shade from the hot summer sun for their visitors,” said Kevin Hamm, Senior Solar Adviser for Geoscape Solar. "It makes a huge statement about Wildwood’s long-term commitment to their business owners and residents.”
The City’s investment in clean energy will save the taxpayers $56,200 in annual electrical consumption costs.
Additionally, Geoscape Solar helped the city take maximum advantage of the solar incentives available to municipalities which include a $795,000 credit through the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) over the span of 15 years, as well as a one-time direct payment of $600,000 under the Inflation Reduction Act, passed in 2022.
“The city also applied to Atlantic City Electric for monetary credits,” said City Administrator, Steve O’Connor. “The entire project was funded by the City’s Capital program.”
Overall, the 405kW solar canopy will generate roughly over 500,000-kilowatt-hours of clean electricity per year, which removes roughly 500,000 pounds of carbon dioxide from the air, plant 4,000 trees on our planet, and 600,000 miles driven on our roads.
About The City of Wildwood
Wildwood is a vacation resort situated on a five-mile barrier island in Cape May County, New Jersey. It is best known for its wide, sandy beaches, historic Sightseer Tram Car – “Watch the Tram Car Please!” – and 2.5-mile boardwalk. Neighboring Wildwood Crest, West Wildwood, North Wildwood, and near Diamond Beach, the year-round population hovers around 5,157. Summer crowds swell to 250,000 with annual visitation in the millions. Originally incorporated in 1895, Wildwood’s rich history includes early inhabitation from the Lenni Lenape Indians, to being center stage in the 1950’s burgeoning music scene, and to the recent redevelopment of historic Pacific Avenue and the Back Bay. For more information visit www.wildwoodnj.org or call 609-846-2000.
About Geoscape Solar
Geoscape Solar is celebrating 15 Years an industry leader in New Jersey. With local offices in Mount Laurel and Florham Park, Geoscape Solar combines a transparent, consultative process and deep expertise in solar engineering and finance to develop customized solar energy solutions for each customer's energy needs: lowering operating expenses and ensuring a high return on investment — while reducing the global carbon footprint and achieving corporate sustainability goals. Geoscape Solar is a member of the New Jersey Sustainable Business Registry and listed as #4 in NJ Biz's list of Top Green Energy Companies. Geoscape Solar NAPCEP Certified, members in good standing of the Solar Energy Industries Association and enjoys an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. For more information visit www.GeoscapeSolar.com, call 1-877-GEOSUN-1, or connect with us on LinkedIn.
CONTACT: Irene Heifetz, Geoscape Solar, iheifetz@geoscapesolar.com
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