US energy infrastructure solutions provider Ameresco and decarbonisation services provider Luminace have announced the completion of the Coventry Landfill Solar project in Rhode Island, transforming a capped CERCLA-designated landfill into a 5.74 MW solar array. The facility will generate 7.7 million kWh annually, while cutting 3,760 tons of CO2 each year.
Developed on underutilised land, the project delivers $4.4 million in economic benefits to the Town of Coventry over the lease term through taxes, lease revenue, and landfill maintenance reimbursements, underscoring how renewable energy can repurpose challenging sites for clean power and local prosperity.
“The Coventry Landfill Solar project is a testament to our commitment to innovative renewable energy solutions,” said Jonathan Mancini, Senior Vice President of Solar and BESS Development at Ameresco. Luminace, as project owner, sees it expanding its New England solar portfolio, with Robert Rabe, Chief Development Officer, noting the partnership’s role in delivering accessible clean energy.
Town Manager Andrew E. Nota hailed the milestone as key to sustainability and economic gains for the community.
The array joins Luminace’s 1.6 GW of distributed resources across North America.
