SunEdison Solar will expand AT &a T's national business by commissioning a new solar power rooftop installed in San Diego.
Mayor Jerry Sanders of San Diego, and executives from AT & T and SunEdison were present to officially start the solar system.
AT & T has additional contracts with SunEdison to implement five other solar plants in California in the second quarter of 2011, totaling approximately 2 MW of solar capacity total for all six sites.
Solar installations in California will be located in Dunnigan, Commerce, Mojave, Santa Ana and West Sacramento. Solar installation in San Diego is a 296 kW photovoltaic system installed on the roof.
"Partnerships such as this one between AT&T and SunEdison show why San Diego continues to be the national leader in solar energy", said San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders.
"Our residents and businesses have embraced clean energy, which not only benefits our environment, but also our region's economy".
"We are continually seeking opportunities to add renewable energy resources to power our business operations, and this agreement provides more sustainable solutions for our energy needs in California", said John Schinter, director of energy, AT&T.
"SunEdison makes solar a reality for commercial clients throughout the world", said Brian Jacolick, general manager, Americas for SunEdison.
"Through smart design, proven technologies and our strong financing capabilities, SunEdison helps clients like AT&T realize the benefits solar energy offers".
