Avangrid has begun construction of two solar farms in Texas and Ohio, which will together generate 524MW of clean power when operational.
True North, under development in Falls County, Texas, and Avangrid’s first solar project in this state, will generate 321MW of capacity once it reaches commercial operations by early 2025.
During its construction and operation, True North will create over 200 local jobs and is expected to pay over $40m in property taxes over 25 years in this state, in which the company already operates more than 1250MW of wind facilities.
Powell Creek, a 202.5MW solar farm under construction in Putnam County, Ohio, will create up to 400 jobs during its construction process.
Additional local revenue to communities resulting from this project exceeds $38m over the life of the facility.
“With solar projects like True North and Powell Creek, we are strengthening our mission of helping the US meet its ambitious clean energy goals,” said Pedro Azagra, CEO of Avangrid.
“These solar farms, and many more throughout the US, will also boost local economies by creating quality jobs while providing clean, affordable and renewable energy for business and communities.”