US-based Xcel Energy’s Sherco Solar, the largest solar project in the Upper Midwest, began producing 220 MW of carbon-free electricity. Its full capacity of 710 MW is expected to be reached by 2026. The $1.1 billion investment will power 150,000 homes, replacing coal capacity at the Sherco site. The project, benefiting from $480 million in federal tax credits, creates 400 union construction jobs and provides $350M in local economic benefits to Sherburne County. Xcel Energy ensures a smooth transition for employees as it shifts to renewable energy, advancing Minnesota’s goal of 100% carbon-free energy production by 2040.
Xcel Energy’s Sherco Solar starts 220 MW phase, for Upper Midwest
Sherco Solar is the Upper Midwest’s largest solar project, set to power 150,000 homes when fully operational. (Image Source: Xcel Energy)
The 20 MW solar project actively supports Eramet’s SBTi roadmap and climate goals. (Image Source: SolarPanal/Pixabay)
The PIF4 project includes Haden (1 GW) and Al Khushaybi (1.6 GW) solar power plants in Saudi Arabia. (Image Source: Sineng Electric)
The latest 5.34 MW solar installation brings Kohat Cement’s total on-site solar capacity to 15.34 MW, reducing its reliance on the national grid. (Image Credit/Source: Kindel Media/Pexels)
DAS Solar’s facility will include three 1 GW assembly lines as Phase I of a larger PV supply chain in France. (Image Source: DAS solar)