Six Flags Magic Mountain has announced that its solar carport project is now operational and producing electricity.
The largest solar carport installation in California is designed to offset 100 percent of the annual electricity consumption of Six Flags Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles.
Developed in partnership with Solar Optimum and local community and government officials, the 12.37-megawatt installation is one of the largest single-site commercial solar carport projects in the US.
"This is a transformative moment for Six Flags Magic Mountain and our sustainability journey," said Brian Oerding, park president of Six Flags Magic Mountain.
A new solar carport installation is designed to offset 100% of the annual electricity consumption of Six Flags Magic Mountain Six Flags
"By investing in renewable energy, we're taking meaningful action to reduce our environmental impact while helping build a more sustainable future for our guests, team members and community.
"This project demonstrates what's possible when organizations commit to innovation and responsible environmental stewardship."
The installation will generate approximately 20.8 million kilowatt-hours of clean electricity annually, as well as providing coverage for around 4,315 parking spaces.
The project is expected to deliver environmental benefits equivalent to eliminating more than 8,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually, conserving more than 10 million gallons of water each year, or removing 3,182 gasoline-powered vehicles from the roads.
Sustainability at Six Flags
"We are proud to celebrate the energization of this extraordinary project with Six Flags,” said Arno Aghamalian, CEO of Solar Optimum.
"This system demonstrates how innovative renewable energy solutions can help organizations meet ambitious sustainability goals while delivering long-term environmental and economic benefits.
"Together, we're creating a cleaner energy future for generations to come."
Six Flags Magic Mountain said the solar carport project is advancing its sustainability objectives while setting a new benchmark for renewable energy deployment within the attractions industry.
