According to the companies, SunEdison has the rights to deploy solar energy systems at more than 200 shopping centers, covering up to an estimated 30 million square feet, located in 24 states and in Puerto Rico. Potential capacity of the program is reportedly up to 259 MW.

The companies say that once a system is operational, Developers Diversified will be able to purchase energy for common area uses. In addition, shopping center tenants can benefit and realize energy savings by opting to purchase the power generated through the program at rates lower than retail energy rates.

“Developers Diversified is a forward-thinking real estate company— bringing clean solar energy to its properties for the benefit of its tenants and the environment through the largest distributed generation program of its kind. It’s a way for Developers Diversified and its tenants to reduce operating costs. Furthermore, a typical-sized solar energy system in the program will avoid an estimated 10 million pounds of carbon dioxide pollution,” said Brian Jacolick, General Manager, Americas for SunEdison.

Developers Diversified Realty says it currently owns and manages approximately 720 retail operating and development properties in 45 states, plus Puerto Rico, Brazil, Russia and Canada, totaling approximately 159 million square feet. Developers Diversified is a self- administered and self-managed REIT operating as a fully integrated real estate company that acquires, develops, leases and manages shopping centers.

Source: Clean Edge News

Nandos, Hey Potato, KFC and Nineteen Ten Mexican Kitchen have signed up to be part of the new development, which will comprise 16 food outlets and three restaurants with open plan kitchens and grills.

Neil Huntington, development director for Westfield, said: “We are delighted to announce the project and these signings. Interest in the scheme has been solid and we expect to announce more names very soon.

“The success of the dining offers at Westfield Derby and Westfield London show the potential to evolve the traditional ‘food court’ model. At Merry Hill we plan to attract a fascinating mix of contemporary and traditional operators, combining tastes from around the world to make sure there is something for everyone.”

The restaurants will face a new centre entrance and car park – which will be themed with street-side dining and landscaping.

Nandos, Hey Potato, KFC and Nineteen Ten Mexican Kitchen have signed up to be part of the new development, which will comprise 16 food outlets and three restaurants with open plan kitchens and grills.

Neil Huntington, development director for Westfield, said: “We are delighted to announce the project and these signings. Interest in the scheme has been solid and we expect to announce more names very soon.

“The success of the dining offers at Westfield Derby and Westfield London show the potential to evolve the traditional ‘food court’ model. At Merry Hill we plan to attract a fascinating mix of contemporary and traditional operators, combining tastes from around the world to make sure there is something for everyone.”

The restaurants will face a new centre entrance and car park – which will be themed with street-side dining and landscaping.