Ardagh Glass Packaging North America (AGP North America), a subsidiary of Ardagh Group, has completed a 13 MWDC solar project that will soon provide clean energy to its factory in Madeira, California.

The Madera solar farm, built, owned, and operated by Longroad Energy, will provide renewable energy for Ardagh's glass manufacturing plant, accounting for approximately 20% of the plant's electricity demand. Longroad collaborated with First Solar, Valta Energy, McCarthy Building Companies, Nevados, and AC Electric Company to make the project a reality.

Eric Barnhart, Vice President of Development at Longroad Energy, said, "Longroad Energy is pleased that our solar project will help AGP North America achieve its impressive sustainability goals. We are proud to collaborate with AGP North America to contribute to a clean and more resilient future

In addition to the Madera project, in 2019, Ardagh also collaborated with KDC Solar to build a state-of-the-art solar field at a glass production plant in Bridgetown, New Jersey.

This renewable power project in Madeira demonstrates Ardagh's commitment to sustainable development, "said Brian Brandstatter, President and CEO of AGP North America. In addition to protecting the environment, we also invest in local communities and customers. By strengthening our sustainability efforts, we ensure long-term value, reliability, and cost-effective solutions for brands that rely on us. This initiative highlights our commitment to becoming a responsible and forward thinking glass container manufacturer in California