JST Power Equipment Supports Erie County’s Largest Solar Project

October 11, 2024

JST Power Equipment participated in the preview of Erie Solar, a new 172-acre, 24-megawatt solar farm in Erie County, Pennsylvania. Developed by Cypress Creek Renewables, the project is designed to generate enough renewable electricity to serve nearly 3,000 homes and businesses each year.

The facility, located in Girard, PA, is nearing completion and will soon begin supplying energy to the local grid. Over its expected 40-year operational life, Erie Solar is projected to contribute more than $2 million in property tax revenue to the surrounding community.

To deliver power efficiently, the site is equipped with over 44,000 solar panels connected to six JST Power Equipment transformers. These transformers step up the output voltage from 630 volts to 34.5 kilovolts, enabling smooth integration into the regional grid. Built to handle diverse weather conditions, the transformers will help maintain consistent energy delivery throughout the year.

Erie Solar is one of several large-scale renewable energy projects underway in Northwest Pennsylvania. For JST Power Equipment, the project represents another opportunity to provide reliable electrical infrastructure that supports clean energy growth and strengthens grid resilience.

About JST Power Equipment

At JST Power Equipment, we pride ourselves on delivering world-class transformer and electrical equipment solutions. The key to our success is the ability to provide quality products with speed and precision through the dedication of our talented team. For over 30 years, we’ve evolved to become an innovator in the electrical industry, and we work hard to design and build our products to the highest quality standards. And as we look toward the future, we’re continuously investing in our technology, facilities and people to engineer the best solutions in industry and create more value for our customers.

At JST we’re more than a manufacturer, we’re transforming the future of power.