L&D Landfill Solar Installation Project

Project Scope of Work Included:

• Surveying
• Civil Engineering
• Module Rack installations
• Installation of 41,720 solar panels
• SCADA Installation
• Fencing
• Utility Interconnect

Challenges and Results

The project presented significant challenges, as the system was installed on a cap landfill where the work area had a weight limit of 10 PSI. As a result of the facility’s construction complication, we were tasked with pouring 5,000 cubic yards of concreate to help set a foundation for the photovoltaic array.

To not exceed the 10 PSI limit and drive over the landfill, our team used three different concrete pumping trucks to deliver concrete to the work area. Although we had to use smaller equipment like skid steers which took longer, it did allow us to stay within weight limit. In addition, coordinating with the Environmental Protection Agency, the waste management company that owned the landfill, and public-service environmentalists helped to avoid damage to the landfill cap as well as ensuring management and removal of any spills or trash.

Overall, the team successfully managed worksite restrictions in coordination with multiple project stakeholders to deliver the project on time and on budget resulting in clean energy for locals.