Avangrid has begun to produce power from the 238MW True North solar project in Texas with 20MW commissioned so far.
The site in Falls County, near Waco, will enter full production by the end of this year.
Once fully commission it will be the largest solar asset in Avangrid’s portfolio and its first solar project in Texas.
Avangrid chief executive Pedro Azagra said: “I am happy to see this project moving forward as Avangrid continues on its mission to accelerate the clean energy transition across America.
“This is great news, not just for the on-time construction of True North, but for the state of Texas at large.
“Thanks to the diligent work of our team and our contractors, we are able to supply additional energy to the Texas electrical grid as we move into the summer months.
“I am happy to see this project moving forward as Avangrid continues on its mission to accelerate the clean energy transition across America.”
Once the project is built, it will supply clean, renewable energy in support of Meta’s net zero commitment, including supporting its upcoming data centre in neighbouring Temple, its second data centre facility in Texas, with 100% renewable energy.
Ahead of commercial operations, expected at the end of 2024, the array will supply power to customers on the Texas grid.
During its construction and operation, the project is creating local jobs and supporting local communities and is expected to pay more than $40m in property taxes over the life of the site.