Leeward Renewable Energy has secured two 200 MW PPAs with Microsoft Corp, one each for Morrow Lake Solar in Frio County and Cradle Solar in Brazoria County, Texas. These projects, employing First Solar’s thin-film solar modules, promise local economic benefits and job creation. Red River, a SunChase Power and Eolian joint venture, started developing Morrow Lake Solar in 2017, creating 313 construction jobs, including 112 local hires, and is set for completion by Q4 2024. Cradle Solar’s construction, anticipated to start in Q2 2024, expects to generate over 300 construction jobs and conclude by Q4 2025.
Microsoft to purchase solar power from Leeward Renewables
Leeward Renewable Energy has signed two 200 MW solar PPAs with Microsoft for its Texas facilities. (Image Credit: Leeward Renewable Energy).
Actualize Solar has signed five long-term PPAs in 2024, advancing its 1.5 GW solar project portfolio across six US states. (Image Source: Businesswire)
Located in Enna and Catani a, the 242.78 MW solar plant was designed to produce 400 GWh annually, meeting the needs of 154,000 households. (Inage Source: Iberdola)
Scatec has secured EUR 25 million from IFU, alongside equity and non-recourse debt, for its USD 85 million project financing. (Image Source: Scatec ASA)
EliTe Solar launched its 5 GW PV project in Egypt’s TEDA Suez Zone, set to begin production by September 2025. (Image Source: PRNewswire)