Renewable Energy Generation in Derry, NH

Derry Solar is a ground-mounted solar project located on a closed and capped municipal solid waste landfill owned by the Town of Derry. Once complete, the solar project will help meet the Town Council’s goal for 100% renewable energy for the Town of Derry. Compared with existing private and municipal solar installations currently operating in New Hampshire, this array is expected to be among the largest solar installations in the Granite State.

Derry Landfill Solar by the Numbers

  • 2.25
    MW
    Capacity
  • 10
    Acres of Reclaimed Capped Landfill
  • 100%
     Of Electricity Generated Serving the Town of Derry 

Project Stage

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Broke Ground April 2025

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Project Benefits

  • Support the local economy
  • Help meet the town’s goal for 100% renewable energy
  • Energy savings with no upfront cost to the community

Community Partners

Derry Landfill Solar Stories

“Encore provided the best value power purchase agreement (PPA) proposal for the Town. As a future partner, Encore brings experience and technical expertise to successfully develop this type of project. The favorable economics and experience with landfill solar development were the most important factors in awarding the contract to Encore.” 

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Mike Fowler
Executive Director
Derry Public Works