February 17, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Solar Panel Installation Begins at the Woolworth Building

Positioning solar panels on rooftop.
Crews place solar panels on the Woolworth building rooftop as installation begins.

Solar panel installation has begun on the rooftop of the Woolworth building. Each panel is carefully aligned before being fastened to the mounting system, forming the framework of the building’s solar equipment. This phase of the rooftop project marks another step in the ongoing restoration and long-term sustainability efforts at the Woolworth building.

Solar panels are connected together as installation progresses.
Solar panels are connected together as installation progresses.
Securing solar panels to roof mounts.
Panels are secured to the mounting system.

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