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Proposed Solar Energy Agreement for City Facilities

Original title: May 07, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am submitting herewith for the consideration of your Honorable Body the following proposed Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE Authorizing the Procurement Department, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, to enter into an agreement with the Philadelphia Energy Authority to purchase electricity and certain attributes and benefits related to the generation of such electricity from a solar energy facility to be built and owned by Reactivate, LLC, located at Northeast Philadelphia Airport for use at and in connection with City facilities, all under certain terms and condition. I hereby recommend your favorable consideration of this proposed Ordinance. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

May 7, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This ordinance initiates a long-term contract for the City of Philadelphia to source electricity from a specific solar project, impacting how city facilities are powered.

Who is mentioned in the record

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City of Philadelphia

The city will enter into a contract to purchase electricity for its facilities.

Reactivate, LLC

The company will build and own the solar facility and enter into a supply agreement with the city.

Philadelphia Energy Authority

The authority will act as the intermediary for the electricity purchase agreement.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 7, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Mayor Cherelle L. Parker has introduced an ordinance to authorize the City of Philadelphia to purchase electricity from a new solar energy facility. The facility will be constructed and owned by Reactivate, LLC, at the Northeast Philadelphia Airport.

Key Facts

  • The ordinance authorizes the City of Philadelphia to enter into an agreement to purchase electricity from a solar energy facility.
  • The solar facility will be built and owned by Reactivate, LLC.
  • The facility will be located at the Northeast Philadelphia Airport.
  • The electricity and associated attributes will be used for City of Philadelphia facilities.
  • The Philadelphia Energy Authority is the intermediary for the purchase agreement.
  • The ordinance was introduced by Mayor Cherelle L. Parker on May 7, 2026.
  • The file number for this legislative action is 260451.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who will own the solar facility?
The facility will be owned by Reactivate, LLC.
Where will the solar panels be located?
The facility will be located at the Northeast Philadelphia Airport.
What is the purpose of this agreement?
The agreement is to purchase electricity and related energy attributes for use by City of Philadelphia facilities.

Why It Matters

This ordinance initiates a long-term contract for the City of Philadelphia to source electricity from a specific solar project, impacting how city facilities are powered.

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policy shift90% confidence

Expansion of City Renewable Energy Sourcing

The city is utilizing airport-owned land for renewable energy generation to power municipal facilities.

City of PhiladelphiaNortheast Philadelphia Airport

Connected Entities

personCherelle L. Parker“Mayor of Philadelphia who introduced the ordinance.”Map →
organizationPhiladelphia Energy Authority“The entity facilitating the electricity purchase agreement.”Map →
organizationPhiladelphia City Council“The legislative body considering the ordinance.”Map →
locationNortheast Philadelphia Airport“The site where the solar facility will be constructed.”Map →
organizationReactivate, LLC“The company that will build and own the solar energy facility.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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  • Controversy10
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