Adapture Renewables Inc. crossed the finish line three months early with the completion of a 67 MW utility-scale solar project in Hunt County, Texas.
The company completed construction and began commercial operations at the facility that will generate renewable energy to help to meet the growing demand for electricity in the wake of data center growth. The site will support an unnamed corporate offtaker, a Fortune 50 company, as part of its broader sustainability goals to reach net zero targets.
“Completing the project ahead of schedule reflects the hard work of our team and partners, and highlights our commitment to advancing renewable energy infrastructure across the country,” said Thomas Houghton, CEO at Adapture Renewables, a utility-scale solar and energy storage developer, owner, and operator.
Located within the ERCOT market, the project spans 25 acres and includes more than 130,000 solar modules. It is expected to deliver approximately 120 GWh of electricity annually. This comes at a critical moment for renewable energy development. Rapid growth in data centers, driven by advancements in AI and cloud computing, as well as the increasing demand for EV charging infrastructure, is placing unprecedented pressure on the grid. Sites like this play a vital role in meeting this demand, ensuring businesses and communities have access to reliable, cost-effective energy solutions.
The project reached commercial operation three months ahead of schedule on Adapture Renewables’ first ever virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA), overcoming development challenges including the supply chain impacts of the COVID pandemic, as well as Winter Storm Uri, which swept through the region in 2021. Timely procurement of materials and the collaborative efforts of Adapture teams and partners played a key role in the project’s success.
During construction, the project created more than 150 local jobs, delivering economic returns upwards of $77 million to the Hunt County region, according to a 2021 NREL model. This latest project adds to Adapture Renewables’ growing portfolio of clean energy solutions, supporting corporate and industrial energy buyers in achieving their renewable energy goals while strengthening grid reliability.
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