National Grid Renewables Breaks Ground on Third ERCOT Solar Project

National Grid Renewables | Source: PR Newswire | Posted 09/11/2024

MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- National Grid Renewables today announced the start of onsite construction at its Blevins Solar Project (Blevins) in Falls County, Texas. Once operational, the Blevins project will deliver 270 megawatts (MW) of clean solar power.

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National Grid Renewables has started the onsite construction of the Blevins Solar Project in Falls County, Texas, which will deliver 270 megawatts of clean solar power. Joe Ibrahim, Vice President of Construction and Engineering, expressed excitement about bringing local economic development to the area through this project, which is expected to generate around $90 million in direct impact over its operational lifecycle. The project has secured two power purchase agreements and will create 360 construction and service jobs, utilizing First Solar Series 6 Plus modules.

In addition to economic benefits, including tax revenue and job creation, the Blevins Solar Project will also contribute $1.3 million to local charities and organizations over its first 20 years of operation. Scheduled to be operational by the end of 2025, the project aims to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by an estimated 437,000 metric tons annually, equivalent to taking 101,700 cars off the road each year. National Grid Renewables and its partners are committed to sustainable energy initiatives and community engagement, aiming to make a positive impact on Falls County and beyond.

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