Solar projects & energy Storage
Fort River Solar 2
Status:
A sustainable redevelopment of a closed golf course into a community solar and battery energy storage system
Located in Amherst, MA, the Fort River Solar Farm supports a more resilient and stable grid with its combination of solar generation (6.4 MWDC) and battery storage (10.4 MWh).
As a community solar farm, Fort River Solar 2 provides a neighboring municipality and residents with the opportunity to lower their electric bill.
Status (2026)
Active
Delivering clean energy to the local community near the Town of Amherst in Massachusetts.
Capacity (AC/DC)
3.83 MWAC / 6.4 MWDC
Rated output of 3.83 MWAC (grid export) and ~6.4 MWDC peak solar capacity.
Battery Storage
10.4 MWh
Co-located DC‑coupled BESS (≈3.8 MW power)
Project Footprint
~26 acres
Site leased from the Town of Amherst (former Hickory Ridge Golf Course) for 20 years.
Solar Farm Overview
The Fort River Solar 2 community solar farm represents a successful collaborative effort between renewable energy developer, PureSky Energy, multiple public sector entities, and financial partners to deliver a clean energy project with tangible community benefits.
The solar farm’s economic benefits include reducing electricity costs by an estimated $3 million over 30+ years and contributing annual PILOT payments to the Town of Amherst.
SOLAR SITE HIGHLIGHTS
- Location: Amherst, MA
- Solar Panels: 11,572 units
- Annual Energy Generation: 9,490,208 kWh
- System Capacity: 6,346 kW DC
- BESS Rated Energy Capacity: 10.4 MWh
Solar brings measurable change
Environmental and Community Impacts
The Fort River Solar Farm brings clean, affordable energy to the community while protecting local land and wildlife. By creating savings, jobs and lasting environmental benefits, this project helps power a brighter future for everyone.
$ 3,014,399
30-Year Savings
1,309
Homes Powered
14,827,286 lbs
Annual CO2 Reduction
1,495
Cars Removed from the Road
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PureSky massachusetts
Where PureSky Builds Solar and Energy Storage in Massachusetts
PureSky Energy is proud to be part of Massachusetts’ clean energy leadership. With 26 MW of solar generation and 31 MWh of battery energy storage and in operation, our projects help the Commonwealth meet ambitious climate goals while strengthening local communities. Each project is designed with careful attention to environmental stewardship and long-term community benefits.