JFK Airport Initiates Construction of New York's Largest Solar Array

The ambitious project at JFK's long-term parking lot aims to generate 12 megawatts of clean energy and significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Construction began on April 23, 2024, at JFK Airport's parking lot No. 9, marking the start of what will be the largest solar carport and energy storage system in New York.
The solar array will cover 21 acres and include 32,000 solar panels, providing both parking space and power generation.
Approximately half of the energy produced will be used to power JFK's AirTrain, with the remainder feeding into the local grid to support low-income neighborhoods.
The project integrates 7.5 megawatts of battery storage to ensure consistent power supply during peak demand times.
The initiative is part of New York's broader goal to install 10,000 megawatts of solar by 2030 and reduce airport emissions by up to 50% by 2030.