Solar Panels Installed at WJCS Headquarters in North White Plains
A new state-of-the-art solar system seamlessly positioned on the roof of WJCS.
April is Earth Month! WJCS is proud to announce the installation of solar panels atop its headquarters in North White Plains. The initiative underscores WJCS’s commitment to sustainability and its dedication to fostering a healthier, more resilient community.
The solar panel is the latest step taken by WJCS, a member of the Green Business Partnership, to reduce its carbon footprint. The state of the solar panels will generate clean, sustainable electricity, significantly decreasing reliance on traditional energy sources and mitigating environmental impact.
“Our decision to embrace solar energy reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a healthier and more sustainable future for our community,” said Seth Diamond, CEO of Westchester Jewish Community Services. “By harnessing the abundant power of the sun, we are not only reducing our environmental footprint but also demonstrating our dedication to tikkun olam, the Jewish principle of healing the world.”
The installation of solar panels aligns with WJCS’s broader mission of enhancing the well-being of individuals and families throughout Westchester County. By embracing renewable energy solutions, WJCS is contributing to the collective effort to combat climate change.
WJCS received significant funding for the solar panel initiative from the state of New York, thanks to the efforts of former Assembly member David Buchwald.
“Helping to support the maintenance of an agency’s building is tremendously important to the well-functioning of an organization but it’s usually not the focus of a fundraising campaign which, of course, focuses on the good work the organization is doing,” stated Buchwald. “Solar panels save money. They are a capital investment that reduces operational costs. It’s great when government can partner with non-profits to help make them more sustainable in every sense—financially and environmentally.”
The panels were installed by Green Hybrid Energy Solutions. The solar system is expected to offset the carbon footprint at WJCS by 55 tons per year and reduce its electric bill by 60 percent. The project took more than two years, as WJCS worked with the town of North White Plains, New York State Energy Research & Development Authority, and Con Edison.
