⚡ 100 RAVEN CT

TO: Sunland America Corp. Development Committee

FROM: Senior BESS Site Evaluation Analyst

DATE: October 26, 2023

SUBJECT: Comprehensive Site Diligence Analysis for 100 RAVEN CT, Camden, NJ (APN: 0436_1604_27)

This report provides a comprehensive due diligence analysis for a potential Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project at 100 Raven Ct, located in Winslow Township, Camden County, New Jersey. The analysis covers key site attributes, constraints, and opportunities to determine the viability of this 6.71-acre parcel for a distribution-scale (≤5MW) BESS facility.

1. Site Access & Topography

Road Access: The property has frontage on Raven Court, a public road. However, this presents a significant challenge. Raven Court is a small residential cul-de-sac extending from Erial Road. The geometry, width, and load-bearing capacity of this road are likely designed for residential traffic only, not for heavy construction vehicles.

Equipment Delivery: The delivery of heavy equipment, including multi-ton transformers, switchgear, and 40-foot battery containers on lowboy trailers, is a major concern. A preliminary review of aerial imagery suggests that navigating a large truck through the tight turn onto Raven Court and into the site would be extremely difficult, if not impossible. A formal route survey would be required to confirm feasibility, but initial impressions are poor.

Topography: As is typical for the Atlantic Coastal Plain region of Southern New Jersey, the site is expected to be relatively flat with minimal grade changes. This is advantageous for minimizing civil engineering and earthwork costs. However, a formal topographic survey is required for detailed site design.

Easements: While access is from a public road, a preliminary title report is necessary to identify any potential restrictive covenants or access easements that could encumber the property or limit construction activities. Given the residential context, such restrictions are possible.

2. Environmental Constraints

FEMA Flood Zone: The site's flood zone designation is currently Unknown. This is a critical data gap. Any designation within a Special Flood Hazard Area (e.g., Zone A, AE) would impose significant design constraints, requiring all equipment to be elevated above the Base Flood Elevation, thereby increasing costs and potentially impacting project viability. An immediate review of FEMA's Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) is required.

Wetlands: The presence of wetlands is Unknown. This region of New Jersey frequently contains jurisdictional wetlands. A desktop screening using the National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) is a necessary first step, to be followed by a formal wetland delineation by a certified professional. The presence of wetlands would trigger significant setbacks (e.g., 50-150 ft buffers under NJDEP regulations), which could substantially reduce the 6.27 buildable acres.

Habitat & Species: The data indicates no critical habitat or protected areas on site, which is a positive finding. This reduces the risk of project delays or mitigation requirements related to endangered species. This should be verified with the NJDEP Landscape Project mapping tool during a formal Phase I ESA.

Contamination Status: The site has no known brownfield or superfund sites within a two-mile radius. While this ensures a clean site free from environmental liability, it also means the project is ineligible for the 10% ITC adder for projects sited on brownfields under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).

Pipelines: No major gas pipelines are located within three miles, eliminating a significant safety risk and setback constraint often associated with BESS development.

3. Grid Infrastructure & Interconnection

Grid Proximity: The site's primary strength is its exceptional grid access. The Point of Interconnection (POI) is listed as being Onsite, and the target interconnection voltage is 12.9 kV, a standard distribution voltage. This suggests a suitable three-phase distribution feeder directly traverses or abuts the property line, which would dramatically reduce the cost and complexity of the electrical interconnection.

Substation: The PENBRYN substation, a major 230 kV facility, is only 0.865 miles away. The proximity to such a robust substation increases the likelihood that the local distribution network has sufficient capacity to accommodate a 5MW BESS without requiring extensive and costly upstream upgrades.

Interconnection Plan: The project would interconnect to the 12.