ENGIE North America finalized a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Google to supply 90 MW of renewable energy from the Chillingham solar project in Bell County, Texas. This deal is the fifth global renewable energy collaboration between ENGIE and Google. The 350 MW solar facility, developed, constructed, and operated by ENGIE, is expected to become operational later in 2024. The PPA was executed through LEAP™(LevelTen Energy’s Accelerated Process), an initiative co-developed by Google and LevelTen Energy to streamline clean energy PPAs. The Chillingham project employed over 300 local workers during construction and is expected to generate $72 million in tax revenue, including $53 million for local schools. It became ENGIE’s largest US solar project, expanding its 8 GW North American renewable portfolio. The agreement supported Google’s 2030 objective of operating on 24/7 carbon-free energy.
ENGIE and Google Partnered on 90 MW Solar PPA in Texas
The 350 MW Chillingham facility, developed by ENGIE, is expected to begin operations later in 2024. (Image Credit/Source:Mark Stebnicki/Pexels)
The dual-use project integrates agriculture under solar panels and floating aquaculture with energy storage. (Image Source: PRNewswire)
The Horsham project combines solar and battery storage, supporting grid stability and peak demand management. (Image Credit/Source: Atimedia/Pixabay)
The 20 MW solar project actively supports Eramet’s SBTi roadmap and climate goals. (Image Source: SolarPanal/Pixabay)
Sherco Solar is the Upper Midwest’s largest solar project, set to power 150,000 homes when fully operational. (Image Source: Xcel Energy)