PowerBank completes 3-MW New York community solar project
PowerBank finished a 3.26-MW community solar project on a former landfill in Camillus, New York, now accepting subscriptions through Solar Simplified.
Renewable energy developer PowerBank has completed construction of the 3.26-MW Camillus community solar project in Camillus, New York, and received permission to operate from state regulators. The array was built on a capped landfill site, which Solar Advocate Development acquired from PowerBank in spring 2025 for $7.3 million. The project’s owner and engineering, procurement, and construction contractor, Solar Advocate Development, oversaw all development phases, including site preparation and solar installation.
PowerBank highlighted the project’s significance, noting that transforming a closed landfill into a solar array demonstrates the value of specialized experience in repurposing underutilized land. Andrew van Doorn, president and COO of PowerBank, emphasized that such sites are often overlooked but can deliver clean energy to local households when developed appropriately. The company framed the milestone as a validation of its engineering and construction capabilities.
Community solar subscriptions for the Camillus project will be managed by Solar Simplified, which will handle customer acquisition and subscription services. This partnership ensures households in the area can subscribe to receive energy credits from the solar array without installing rooftop panels. The project is expected to serve local residents through the state’s community solar program.
The Camillus project marks one of several community solar initiatives PowerBank has developed in New York, reflecting broader trends in repurposing marginal land for renewable energy. Solar Advocate Development’s acquisition of the landfill site and subsequent construction underscores the growing role of specialized developers in converting closed disposal sites into productive clean energy assets.