New York's Largest Solar Project is Now Underway
- Cider Solar—Hecate Energy’s newest and most ambitious solar project—is now under construction, marking a major step forward in the state’s clean energy future.
- 500 megawatts of renewable power, enough to provide clean electricity for more than 120,000 homes annually
- Allows for both solar generation and agricultural activity across 3,000 acres in the towns of Elba and Oakfield
- The first project approved under New York’s new renewable energy permitting process, setting a precedent for future clean energy development
- The project will offset approximately 680,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide a year, equivalent to annual emissions from about 150,000 passenger vehicles.
- Sun-tracking solar panels will follow the sun throughout the day to maximize energy production
- Wildlife-friendly fences and landscaped tree buffers to minimize visual impact and support the local environment
Cider Solar represents a new model for clean energy in New York—smart, sustainable, and community-focused.
Power Generation
500MWemission-free energy
Homes Powered
120,000in state
Community Benefit
$500Meconomic impact
Your Community Partners
Hecate Energy works hand-in-hand with local communities to ensure the benefits of clean energy are shared by all.
Discover how Cider Solar is bringing lasting value to your town—through jobs, revenue, and a more sustainable future.
Project Benefits
Long-term revenue to support local schools, roads, and essential public services
Sustainable land use that supports both solar energy and agricultural production
Local job creation during construction and ongoing operations
Cider Solar Solar
Informational Open House
August 21, 2024
Hecate Energy held an Informational Open House to explain construction and gather feedback from neighbors and residents. Explore what was discussed.
Open House Boards