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EDP Renewables North America Unveils 200 MW Solar and 150 MW Energy St
EDP Renewables North America Unveils 200 MW Solar and 150 MW Energy St
EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA) celebrates the inauguration of its 200 megawatt (MW) Scarlet II Solar Energy Park (Scarlet II), in Fresno County, California.
EDPR North America Adds 100 MW Amazon-backed Solar Park
The addition to the Riverstart Solar Park will provide 100 MW of renewable energy and economic growth to Randolph County, expanding the state’s clean energy leadership.
EDPR NA Launches Ragsdale Solar Park in Mississippi
EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA) is proud to announce the launch of its Ragsdale Solar Park (Ragsdale) in Madison Country, Mississippi.
EDPR NA Delivers Three Renewable Energy Projects for Microsoft
The new solar projects in Illinois and Texas will provide clean energy and economic growth while supporting Microsoft’s sustainability and carbon reduction goals.
EDPR Canada Ltd. Completes Land Purchase for Edgeware Energy Storage
Edgeware will be the first Energy Storage Project for EDP Renewables in Canada.
EDPR NA Unveils Sandrini I & II Solar Energy Park
EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA), a leading renewable energy developer and a top-five renewable energy owner and operator in the United States, unveiled Sandrini I & II Solar Energy Park (Sandrini I & II) today in Kern County.
SRP and EDPR Announce New Energy Storage System
Salt River Project (SRP) and Flatland Storage LLC, a subsidiary of EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA) have entered into an agreement to provide 200 megawatts (MW) of new energy storage to Arizona’s grid.
EDPR NA joins UNFPA’s alliance to reduce adolescent pregnancy
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Mexico and EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA) have joined forces in a groundbreaking collaboration to support the ¡Yo Decido! Social Impact Fund.
Women IN Energy Hosts Annual “Powering Progress" Conference
Women IN Energy, a community committed to empowering women in the energy industry, successfully held its 6th annual conference, bringing together professionals from across sectors to explore the future of energy and the critical role of women in driving transformation.
EDPR Celebrates Anniversaries of Ten NA Renewable Energy Projects
Spanning from Illinois down South to Texas, West to California, and then up North to Canada, these ten projects have safely and reliably generated renewable energy powering the equivalent average of more than 476,400 North American homes each year.
EDPR Announces Promotion of Gabriel Yamal to Executive Vice President
Yamal will oversee EDP’s growing western and central regions, as well as Mexico.
EDP Renewables, Salt River Project, and Meta Complete Construction
The Brittlebush Solar Park will help SRP and Meta meet ambitious sustainability and renewable energy goals.
EDPR Cuts Ribbon on Scarlet I Solar Energy Park in Fresno County, CA
240 megawatt solar and energy storage project marks expansion into the Central Valley and greater California.
EDP Renewables Inaugurates Pearl River Solar Park in Mississippi
At 210 MWp (175 MWac), the Solar Park is also the largest by generation capacityin the state of Mississippi.
EDPR NA Announces Partnership with the National FFA Organization
The partnership will support FFA’s Local Engagement Program, Resources for Work Force Development at agexplorer.ffa.org, Supervised Agricultural Experience Grants, and more.
EDPR Introduces its Arkansas Solar Park in Mississippi County
Arkansas Added as the 19th US State with Utility-Scale Operations for EDPR NA.
EDP Renewables Celebrates its First North Carolina Solar Park
North Carolina marks the 18th U.S. state where EDPR NA operates a utility-scale renewable energy project.
EDPR and Walmart Announce 15-Year Power Purchase Agreement in Texas i
The agreement adds to a long-standing national partnership that includes 431 MW of offtake from both utility-scale and distributed generation sites across North America.
EDPR NA and Volt Energy Utility Announce Solar Project with Microsoft
EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA) and Volt Energy Utility, announced a partnership today launching the development of Hickory Solar Park (Hickory), a 110 MWac photovoltaic (PV) project located near Jerseyville, Illinois.
American Resources Corporation’s ReElement Technologies Joins Forces
Parties will collaborate to recycle rare-earth permanent magnets from decommissioned wind turbines through the Close the Loop ProgramPartnership synthesizes industry leaders to set a new standard for critical mineral sustainability for energy transition.
EDPR NA Announces CEO Sandhya Ganapathy Named to CNBC’s Inaugural List
The list spotlights a diverse group of women whose accomplishments have left an indelible mark on the business world.
Connor, Clark & Lunn Infrastructure to Expand Renewable Energy
Connor, Clark & Lunn Infrastructure (CC&L Infrastructure) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in the Sharp Hills wind farm (Sharp Hills, or the Project) from EDP Renewables Canada Ltd. (EDPR Canada).
EDPR NA Announces Operations Commencement of Sharp Hills Wind Farm
Sharp Hills Wind Farm’s 297 megawatts of installed capacity will aid in investments throughout local communities in Alberta.
ICYMI: EDP Renewables North America CEO Joins ACORE Board of Directors
Ganapathy joins the board to further the organization’s commitment to bolstering the business value proposition behind renewables.
EDP Renewables North America Launches the Close the Loop Program
Effort with SOLARCYCLE and others highlights the need for a circular economy focused on materials recycling in North America.
EDPR NA Announces Operations Beginning at Los Cañones Wind Farm
Los Cañones Wind Farm will generate 96 megawatts of renewable energy annually while saving more than 127 million gallons of water annually.
EDPR NA and 4-H join forces to promote sustainable education
EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA), a leading renewable energy developer and a top five renewable energy operator in the United States, is proud to announce a new partnership with 4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization.
EDP Renewables Opens Solar & Wind Technician Training Facility
The company hosted an event to celebrate and unveil the facility, which is dedicated to workforce development training for new solar and wind technicians.
EDP Renewables’ Meadow Lake Wind Farm Helps to Fund New Fire Engine
EDP Renewables North America’s (EDPR NA) Meadow Lake Wind Farm recently made a monetary donation to assist with the purchase of a fire engine for the Honey Creek Township Volunteer Fire Department in Reynolds, Indiana, and Honey Creek Township.
EDP Renewables Donates $20k to Texas School District
Houston-based EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA), a leading renewable energy developer and top five renewable energy operator in the United States, recently gifted $20,000 to the Rosebud-Lott Independent School District (RLISD) in Lott, Texas.
EDPR and NIPSCO Enter Into Long-Term Agreement for Carpenter Wind Farm
This contract marks NIPSCO and EDP Renewables’ fifth renewable energy project to bring to Indiana, totaling more than 1,000 megawatts of clean energy generation in the Hoosier State.
EDPR Honors Indiana Leaders and Community Partners
EDP Renewables hosted an event to commemorate Indiana’s renewable energy success and recognize its statewide partnerships with its critical stakeholders.
Google and EDP Renewables sign framework
Framework agreement signed between technology giant and leading renewable energy company focuses on the development of around 650 MWp (500 MWac) in local energy communities across six US States; Companies will promote environmental justice through an initiative that provides benefits to nearly 25,00
EDPR and Invest Alberta Sign Agreement
EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA) and Invest Alberta Corporation (IAC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) at S&P Global’s CERAWeek committing both parties’ collaboration in spurring economic growth and high-quality job creation within the renewable energy sector in Alberta.
Community reaps benefits from Wisconsin wind farm
Wind energy is booming in Lafayette County, and it supports our farmers throughout the year.
EDPR and Cleveland-Cliffs Sign Long-Term Commercial Agreement
This contract will enable the continued development and planned construction and operations of the 200 MW Headwaters III Wind Farm and strengthens EDP Renewables’ position as the leading wind energy operator in Indiana.
EDPR celebrates the start of construction at the Indiana Crossroads II
With 1,400 megawatts of installed renewable energy capacity in Indiana, EDP Renewables will strengthen its position as the top wind energy producer in the state with this new 202-megawatt wind farm.
Houston Business Journal's Most Admired CEO Awards
The Houston Business Journal is proud to present the honorees for our fifth-annual Most Admired CEO Awards.
EDP secures PPAs for a 425 MW solar portfolio in the US
Energias de Portugal, S.A. (“EDP”), through its 74.98% owned subsidiary EDP Renováveis, S.A. (“EDPR”), has secured Power Purchase Agreements (“PPAs”) to sell the green energy produced by a 425 MWac solar portfolio in the US.
EDPR and Meta expand on partnership through long-term contract
The executed 156-MW PPA will enable the continued development and eventual construction of the 240-MW Cattlemen Solar Park which is anticipated to be operational in 2023.
Pioneer Prairie Wind Farm Celebrates 15 Years
The Pioneer Prairie Wind Farm has generated renewable energy since 2008, powering the equivalent of more than 86,000 average Iowa homes every year.
EDPR completes its first wind farm repowering in the US
This repowering has been completed at the Blue Canyon II Wind Farm and its longevity will be extended an additional 20 to 30 years.
EDPR completes construction of Riverstart
The project, which has a capacity of 200 MW, produces enough energy to supply the equivalent of more than 36,000 average households in the state per year.
EDPR and NIPSCO Enter Into Long-Term Agreement
This contract marks NIPSCO and EDP Renewables’ fifth renewable energy project to bring to Indiana, totaling more than 1,000 megawatts of clean energy generation in the Hoosier State.
EDP secures a 15-year PPA for a 297 MW wind project in Canada
EDP secures a 15-year PPA for a 297 MW wind project in Canada.
EDP Renováveis signs over 50 solar energy projects with Walmart
The distributed generation projects will produce a total of 38.3 MWh and are spread across 7 US states.
EDP secures 25-year PPA for a 200 MWac solar project in the US
EDP secures 25-year PPA for a 200 MWac solar project in the US.
EDPR and AWS enter into a collaboration agreement on renewable energy
This collaboration reinforces the strong commercial relationship already in place between EDPR and Amazon.
EDPR NA acquires US solar distributed generation company
EDPR will acquire an 85% stake in C2 Omega, which holds a distributed solar generation portfolio with 89MW of operating capacity.
EDPR secures a PPA for two solar projects in the U.S.
With this new agreement, EDPR has now secured 85% of the ~7.0 GW targeted wind and solar global capacity build-out for 2019-2022 period.
In the news
Fremont Township Awarded $600,000 for Renewable Energy Investment
Fremont Township in Saginaw County wins funding through Renewables Ready Communities Award by developing Eagle Creek Solar Project in partnership with EDP Renewables North America.
EDP Renewables North America Achieves Milestone in PPA Procurement
EDP Renewables surpassed the landmark of 15 GW of contracted capacity in PPAs globally as North America leads growth.
Clean Energy Projects Launch in Illinois & Texas
Three new solar projects, totaling 400 megawatts (MW) of clean energy capacity, have come online in Illinois and Texas, promising both environmental benefits and economic growth for their regions.
Plenitude signs agreement with EDP Renewables
Plenitude, through its US subsidiary Eni New Energy US Inc., has signed an agreement with EDP Renewables North America LLC, to purchase a 49% equity stake in a portfolio of 2 operational photovoltaic plants and an electricity storage facility in construction located in the state of California.
Zavala: Quilt Block Wind Farm having a positive impact
Wisconsin’s renewable energy landscape continues to grow while bringing many benefits to communities across the state, including Lafayette County.
20-Year Milestone for OK Wind Farm
Oklahoma continues to make strides in energy growth, especially with its focus on renewable energy.
Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy - Julia McPherson
In the latest episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth sits down with our very own Julia McPherson, Community Relations Manager at EDP Renewables North America.
Voice of the People: Wind farm is bountiful harvest for Grundy
As a proud member of the team at EDP Renewables North America’s (EDPR NA) Top Crop Wind Farm, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of renewable energy in the communities of Grundy and LaSalle counties in Illinois.
California reaches new heights in renewable energy
The Central Valley represents only one percent of the total acreage of our nation’s agricultural lands, yet it produces one-fourth of all our nation’s food. Now, a new Valley crop is achieving equally remarkable results: clean energy.
Sweet addition to Indiana wind power capacity
With 1,400 megawatts of installed renewable energy capacity in Indiana, EDP Renewables recently strengthened its position as the top wind energy producer in the state with the completion of the 202-megawatt Sweet Acres Wind Farm.
ACORE Names 2024 Class of New and Returning Board Members
The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE), a national nonprofit that unites finance, policy and technology to accelerate the transition to a renewable energy economy, today announced its new Board class for 2024.
Share Black History Month pride
Black pioneers exist everywhere, and I yearn for my son to see how his actions can, no matter how big or small, have a significant impact on our community and our country.
Invest in Iowa’s renewable energy
Capitalizing on Iowa’s renewable energy leadership will supply our state with more economic growth and energy prosperity.
The Road to Texas’ Future is Paved with Renewables
Texas is a national leader in energy generation, producing 12% of the total energythrough our diversified portfolio—and that is no accident.
Clean energy is becoming a staple in Indiana
Indiana is on a path toward a clean energy future that invests back into farmers and landowners.
Benefits to expanding clean energy
Clean energy does more than help fight against climate change; it also brings an economic boost to local communities and states.
Renewables’ benefits include opportunities for women
As an operations manager at EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA)’s Riverstart Solar project in Winchester and a lifelong Hoosier, I have seen the benefits of renewables in Indiana at the local and state levels.
EDPR is included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index
EDPR is one of the 380 companies included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index, which selects the companies most committed to gender equality in the world.
EDPR NA secures PPAs for two solar projects in the U.S totaling 275 MW
The contracts will last 15 years and the projects are expected to start in 2023.
EDPR secures a 74 MW solar project in the U.S. with a long term PPA
EDP Renováveis, SA (“EDPR”), a global leader in the renewable energy sector and one of the world's largest wind energy producers, through its fully owned subsidiary EDP Renewables North America LLC, has secured a 74 MW Solar PV project with a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (“PPA”).
EDPR announces $700m sell-down deal for a wind and solar portfolio
Through this agreement, EDPR has completed the divestment of over 55 % of the 4 billion euros planned over the 2019-2022 period.
EDP Renewables starts operation of new 200 MW wind farm in US
Harvest Ridge Wind Farm is Generating Clean Energy in Douglas County, Illinois (USA). EDPR installed capacity is already supplying around 412,000 average homes in the state of Illinois, in addition to making a significant contribution to the local economy and environment.
EDP Renewables secures a 100 MW solar PPA in United States
EDP Renováveis, SA (“EDPR”), a global leader in the renewable energy sector and one of the world's largest wind energy producers, through its fully owned subsidiary EDP Renewables North America LLC, has secured a 15-year Power Purchase Agreement (“PPA”) with Redwood Coast Energy Authority (“RCEA”).
EDP Renewables North America commits $300,000 to help communities
The company has set up initiatives around more than 50 renewable energy projects to help local communities combat the pandemic.
Construction Completed at Los Mirasoles II Wind Farm
Construction was recently completed at EDP Renewables’ Los Mirasoles II Wind Farm, located in Hidalgo and Starr Counties, approximately 25 miles from Edinburg.
Students compete in Wisconsin State KidWind Challenge
Eighteen schools from eight school districts participated, with students ranging from fifth to 12th grade. Participants strived to make the most efficient, small-scale wind turbine or solar structure.
Students compete in Burlington, Kansas, KidWind Challenge
The Kansas Energy program hosted the Burlington KidWind Challenge featuring students from local schools who created a small-scale wind turbine or solar structure to harness energy safely. KidWind is an organization focused on helping educators and students learn about renewable energy.
Bright Stalk is EDPR NA’s 50th operational wind farm
Construction was recently completed at EDP Renewables’ (EDPR) Bright Stalk Wind Farm, a 205 megawatt (MW) project located northeast of Bloomington-Normal in McLean County.
EDPR NA supports Olathe KidWind Challenge in Kansas
On Thursday, February 13, five teams of students from three schools gathered at Olathe West High School to compete in the Kansas City KidWind Challenge.
EDP Renewables joins the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index
Through this move, EDPR is recognised as one of the companies making the greatest commitment to gender parity worldwide.
Top Crop Wind Farm Celebrates 10th Anniversary in Grundy
Wind farm has provided a decade of clean energy, economic benefits and community support.
Rail Splitter Wind Farm Celebrates 10 Years of Clean Energy
Wind farm has made significant contributions to local economy and environment.
Wind turbines deliveries begin at Harvest Ridge Wind Farm
Construction crews begin installing wind turbines at EDP Renewables wind farm in Douglas County.
EDPR donates $125k to the Community Foundation of Randolph County
EDP Renewables North America (EDPR), the largest owner-operator of wind farms in Indiana, announced a $125,000 donation to the Community Foundation of Randolph County as part of its ongoing commitment to the Randolph County community.
EDPR signs a 302MW Build&Transfer Agreement for a wind farm in Indiana
The EDPR project was selected in a tender process for its potential to boost the local economy and reduce the environmental footprint.
EDPR secures a new PPA for Sonrisa solar project with storage system
With this new contract, EDPR has now secured 1.8 GW of long-term energy agreements in the U.S. for projects to be installed until 2022.
EDPR, Microsoft execute their wind energy purchase agreements in Ohio
The 125 MW Timber Road IV Wind Farm is expected to be operational in 2019 and will produce enough clean electricity to annually power more than 36,000 average Ohio homes.
EDPR enter the US state of Colorado through a 104 MW agreement
The wind farm, known as Crossing Tails, will have an installed capacity of 104 MW and will commence operations in 2020.
EDPR signs a Build & Transfer agreement for a 102MW wind farm project
The agreement enables the development and construction of EDPR’s 102 MW Rosewater Wind Farm in the U.S. state of Indiana, which is expected to come online by 2020.
Insights and Stories
How My Work in Renewables Helped My Parents Go Solar
This story features Danylo Artemko, Site Lead Technician, sharing his personal story of how renewables impacted his family.
Renewables in Texas: Challenges & Opportunities of the Lone Star State
Texas finds itself at a crossroads in energy policy as the state’s 89th Legislative Session shifts into high gear.
Empowering Young Women to Build the Future of Mexico
Every hour, an adolescent girl under the age of 15 gives birth in Mexico. It’s a complex social problem with devastating effects.
The Promise and Perils of Artificial Intelligence
for the Energy Transition
Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers remarkable promise for the energy transition – with opportunities to strengthen resilience, accelerate decarbonization, and transform the way we operate the grid. But AI also brings huge challenges – chief among them energy consumption, cybersecurity, and organizational change. How can leaders in clean energy leverage AI strategically and ethically while preparing for a future where AI is integral to our industry?
Hybrid Power Plants Gain Momentum in the Race to Curb Carbon Emissions
Renewable energy is the fastest growing source of power in the U.S. today. But will renewables offset the rising demand from crypto mining, data centers, artificial intelligence and EVs, while still achieving U.S. carbon-reduction targets?
The Inflation Reduction Act is Working for Solar – and the Economy
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was designed to boost economic growth while addressing climate change. How’s it working for renewable energy so far?
Why Transmission Planning and Expansion are Necessary for our Economy
This past spring, on May 13, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued the long-awaited final rule on Building for the Future Through Electric Regional Transmission Planning and Cost Allocation.
Celebrating Ten Years of Clean Energy Success from Texas to California
2024 is a remarkable year for EDP Renewables North America as we celebrate the achievements of ten of our wind farm and solar park projects, which are celebrating milestone anniversaries. EDPR NA is proud of six projects that reached their 5-year anniversary and four projects that reached their 10-year anniversary.
Coming Together in Commitment to Clean Energy
Walmart and EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA) have been in a national partnership to deliver clean energy ranging from distributed rooftop solar to utility-scale wind since 2018.
Powering Sustainability: The Recyclability of Renewable Energy Product
In an era where sustainability is paramount, the renewable energy industry stands at the forefront of a crucial question: Are renewable energy power generation products and components truly recyclable? The answer is a resounding YES.
Green Hydrogen: In Defense of the Three Pillars of Emission Accounting
Today, there is already a consensus that Hydrogen could play a vital role in supporting the decarbonization of “hard-to-abate sectors”, which are sectors where electricity is not a suitable alternative due to technical challenges or due to its expected cost.
Overcoming Obstacles to Wind and Solar Development in Texas
As states craft their strategies to achieve a low-carbon future, Texas faces an opportunity to become a leader in the energy transition through further investment in clean power generation that has already saved Texans from recurring blackouts.
Listening First: The Critical Role of Communities in Renewable Energy
When EDP Renewables North America develops a wind farm, solar park, or battery storage project, we’re committing to being an energy provider, an employer, and a neighbor for the next few decades.
EDPR NA volunteering: Cycling for a greater purpose
Providing a better tomorrow for our clients and communities begins with our energy and heart. We are passionate about creating a positive impact through the work we do in our offices, at our project sites, and in our communities.
The Importance of Health and Safety in the Energy Transition
The health and safety of our team, the communities where we operate, and those we collaborate with are a top priority for our team at EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA).
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