SMUD will today host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its 85MW Solano 4 Wind Project in Rio Vista, California.
The 19-unit site is a crucial component of the company’s 2030 Zero Carbon Plan to remove all carbon emissions from the utility’s power supply.
“These turbines are pivotal in our journey toward a completely carbon-free power supply by 2030, but our vision soars even higher,” said SMUD chief executive Officer and general manager Paul Lau.
“SMUD is dedicated to ensuring every community we serve enjoys improved air quality plus all the benefits of a clean energy future.
“That is our promise – a future where sustainability and innovation continue to drive us and the communities we serve forward, while keeping our rates among the lowest in California.”
The Solano 4 Wind Project replaces 23 older turbines with advanced Vestas V150 turbines, increasing the project’s capacity to 85.5MW – enough clean, renewable energy for 40,000 homes. With this addition, the combined Solano Wind Project will generate 300MW and 830 gigawatt hours per year, a 48% increase in the annual energy generation.