Fullerton College
Fullerton College’s 1 megawatt-DC (MW DC) solar parking canopy array, developed in partnership with ForeFront Power, will save the College an expected $6 million in utility expenses.
Fullerton College, part of the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD), is California’s oldest continually operating community college. Now, more than a century later, the College is transitioning to clean energy and defining a new course for the California Community Colleges System. This is the first solar project for the North Orange County Community College District, serving as a pilot for future renewable energy projects at other campuses.
Fullerton College was able to pursue this project at no upfront cost through a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with ForeFront Power. The PPA enabled the College to secure a fixed, lower rate than the utility for electricity for the next 20 years, ensuring budget stability while avoiding rising utility costs. Meanwhile, ForeFront Power will continue to own, operate, and maintain the system throughout the life of the agreement.
By lowering utility expenses, Fullerton College can direct more resources toward classrooms, academic programs, and career training. For students, the project is also a visible symbol of the College’s values. It demonstrates that their school is committed to climate action and is investing in a sustainable future for its students, community, and generations to come.
The new 1 MW solar energy canopy will generate 1.8 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of clean, renewable electricity annually, enough to power more than 300 homes each year. This clean energy production will offset nearly 20% of the College’s annual electricity use, helping the College avoid 1,000 tons of carbon emissions every year in the process. This greenhouse gas emission reduction equates to removing approximately 200 passenger vehicles off the road year-to-year. The solar canopies now provide over 300 shaded parking areas for students and staff.
CustomerFullertonSegmentPublic SectorTypeGround + StorageCapacity1 MWYear2025LocationFullerton, Calif.
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