The solar system consists of 3,934 photovoltaic panels and is expected to provide 15% of the division’s power needs annually.
At its peak, the solar panel array will produce about 1.5 million kWh annually, enough energy to power about 140 homes.
US Foods Phoenix division president Tom Kertis said the new solar panel system will help the company meet its goal of conserving resources while continuing to meet its customers’ needs.
US Foods is leasing the solar system from Del Solar, a global provider of renewable energy solutions.
