Southern Power Announces Acquisition of 150 MW Solar Project from Qcells

By Saur News Bureau/ Updated On Tue, Sep 26th, 2023

Highlights :

The acquisition will be made from Qcells USA Corp. The firm is also offering EPC (engineering, procurement, construction) for the said project. It is also supplying modules for the same.

Southern Power Announces Acquisition of 150 MW Solar Project from Qcells

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A US based wholesale energy provider, Southern Power, has revealed that it is set to acquire its 30th solar project- the 150 MW South Cheyenne solar facility. The acquisition will be made from Qcells USA Corp. The firm is also offering EPC (engineering, procurement, construction) for the said project. It is also supplying solar modules for the same.

“We are pleased to announce the acquisition of our 30th solar project,” stated Southern Power President Robin Boren. “This project enhances our solar portfolio and exemplifies our commitment to the continued growth of Southern Power as we build the future of energy.”

Established in Wyoming, this is the first solar facility in the state. At present, the project is being constructed. Commercial operations will be rolled out in the first quarter of the following year.

“We take pride in providing unique development solutions and fostering a strong, collaborative partnership for driving renewable energy advancements,” informed Qcells USA President IP Kim. “We are proud to partner with Southern Power to deliver long-term value to Wyoming customers through the South Cheyenne Solar Facility.”

Once the operations start off, the electricity and associated renewable energy credits generated by the facility will be sold under a power purchase agreement of twenty years.

Southern Power’s solar portfolio exceeds 2,740 MW of solar generation with the addition of South Cheyenne to its portfolio. Southern Power’s solar units are a part of the firm’s 5,280 MW renewable fleet, consisting of 30 solar and 15 wind facilities that are operational or under construction.