Solar pacesetter completes milestone project for longstanding customer

SALINAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--REC Solar, a leading provider of commercial solar and energy solutions, announced today, in conjunction with Taylor Farms, that it surpassed 100 installations for the agriculture sector. To reach this milestone, REC Solar and Taylor Farms, the leading producer of value-added produce in North America, completed a 1 megawatt (MW) project in Gonzales, California. This installation is part of Taylor Farms commitment to investing in renewable energy sources across the country.

"We are proud of the work we are doing to help such a critically important industry thrive in California, Hawaii and across the nation."
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REC Solars agriculture sector installations account for 45 MW of the companys installed total of over 200 MW. Over the past 19 years, REC Solar has helped approximately 70 businesses in the agricultural sector, including growers, vineyards, nurseries, food and beverage processors and cold storage facilities, to manage energy costs and improve long-term business stability with clean solar energy.

This latest Taylor Farms system in Gonzales, California coupled with its existing wind turbine can offset more than 25 percent of that facilitys energy consumption during peak periods. REC Solar previously completed a solar project for Taylor Farms in Salinas, California, and is working with the company on additional projects for facilities in Tracy, California and Dallas, Texas.

"Taylor Farms is a leader in the agriculture industry, and now in sustainability, because we know its the right thing to do," said Nicole Flewell, director of sustainability at Taylor Farms. "Not only are we taking care of the environment but were also providing ourselves with reliable and cost effective energy sources."

"Over the last 15 years, some of our most innovative solar solutions have been developed for members of the agriculture community. Farmers were some of the earliest adopters of solar because they quickly saw the business and environmental benefits," said Alan Russo, senior vice president of sales and marketing at REC Solar. "We are proud of the work we are doing to help such a critically important industry thrive in California, Hawaii and across the nation."

About REC Solar

REC is the only renewable energy provider focused exclusively on businesses and backed by Duke Energy, one of the largest energy companies in the world. Incorporating experience from more than 550 successful commercial solar installations over 19 years, REC Solar tailors financing and technology solutions to immediately deliver bottom line savings. REC Solar makes commercial solar simple, working seamlessly with customer operations to deliver clean energy for decades. For more, visit RECSolar.com or call 844-REC-SOLAR (844-732-7652).

About Taylor Farms

Taylor Farms is dedicated to being North Americas favorite maker of salads and healthy fresh foods, Taylor Farms focuses on innovation by consistently developing new products and improving production methods. Taylor Farms is grounded in a commitment to quality with products harvested, packaged and shipped at the peak of freshness. Taylor Farms is family owned and based in Salinas, California with twelve operating companies throughout North America.