Renewables
Standard Solar acquires Washington projects from OneEnergy
Standard Solar has purchased two ground-mounted solar developments totaling 15.79 MW in eastern Washington from OneEnergy Renewables.
Key points
- Standard Solar acquired the Palouse Junction and Cunningham solar projects.
- The installations will provide 15.79 MW of new capacity in Washington.
- Both projects are scheduled for completion in the first quarter of 2027.
Project acquisition
Standard Solar has acquired two solar installations in Washington state from OneEnergy Renewables, marking the initial joint venture between the two companies in the region. IndexBox reported that the transaction encompasses the Palouse Junction project in Connell and the Cunningham installation in Othello, adding 15.79 MW of ground-mounted solar capacity to eastern Washington.
Construction and development duties remain with OneEnergy Renewables, which is acting as the engineering, procurement and construction provider for both sites. Franklin Public Utility District will purchase power from the Connell facility, while Big Bend Electric Cooperative is set to offtake electricity from the Othello installation.
Expected generation
The 12.1-MW Palouse Junction site in Connell is expected to produce approximately 22,339 MWh during its first year of operation. Meanwhile, the 3.69-MW Cunningham installation in Othello anticipates a first-year output of roughly 6,917 MWh. Both facilities are scheduled to be completed in the first quarter of 2027.
Original reporting
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Context from CEII
Renewables are the fastest-growing part of the world’s energy system. The COP28 goal is to triple capacity by 2030, and solar mini-grids are the fastest route to power for millions of people without electricity.
27.8% of electricity in the world was renewable in 2021Countries in this story
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