NY Jets score a touchdown with Yingli Solar

The New York Jets are the proud owners of the NFL’s largest photovoltaic (PV) system at a team headquarters. The 690 kW PV array from Yingli Solar is located on the vast, unobstructed roof of the team’s main training facility outside Newark, New Jersey - an ideal location for solar energy.

The Jets’ decision to install a solar project underscores the team’s commitment to a cleaner and better future for their community. The collaboration between sports and renewable energy makes a lot of sense given the sustainability-focused mission statements behind the two companies.

“The New York Jets are excited to be at the forefront of incorporating solar energy into the NFL. When we decided to add solar energy to the Atlantic Health Training Center, going green was the catalyst. This project is the first of many green initiatives on behalf of the team, and we are proud to be green in colour and also in deed,” said Thal Sheely, the New York Jets’ Executive Vice President of Finance and Stadium Development.

The team will purchase power generated by the project over a 20-year term, reducing their carbon footprint and reliance on traditional forms of energy. Designed to generate over 750,000 kWh of electricity for the building each year, the project will reduce CO₂ emissions by 540 tonnes each year, which is equivalent to taking over 100 cars off the road. The team will also save tens of thousands of dollars each year in electricity expenses.

“We chose the right partners and are thrilled about what this installation will do for our organisation, our community and, hopefully, for inspiring the entire league,” said Sheely.