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Azalea Springs Solar Park

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Azalea Springs Solar Park

Wednesday 7, July 2021
Installed capacity of 180-megawatts

Project overview

Azalea Springs Solar Park is located in the northwest corner of Angelina County, Texas, about 10 miles northwest of Lufkin and 17 miles southwest of Nacogdoches. The solar park is sited on land that was primarily used as a timber site. Azalea Springs Solar Park is commencing construction activities and intends to reach full operations in 2025.

solar technician at solar park

We are hiring solar technicians

The solar industry employs more than 261,000 Americans across the U.S. and our Azalea Solar Park is hiring solar technicians in Lufkin, Texas to work with us as we build a better tomorrow for all.

Economic benefits

Azalea Springs Solar Park yields significantly in the form of payments to landowners, local spending, and annual community investment. Azalea Springs Solar Park will also be compatible with other land uses.
Millions of dollars
Capital investment
Approx. $42+ million
Will be paid to local governments
Millions of dollars
Will be paid to landowners
Millions of dollars
Will be spent locally
Job creation
Approximately 300 construction jobs and three or more permanent jobs will be created

Committed to being a good neighbor

Azalea Springs Solar Park will be a long-term partner of the surrounding community for decades to come. Our commitment extends beyond generating renewable energy—we aim to build strong, supportive relationships in the community through thoughtful donations and educational outreach initiatives.

Snapshot of our recent community efforts in Angelina County

EDPR NA water tower donation

Central ISD Water Tower

November 2023
Azalea Springs Solar donated $10,000 to fund the repainting of the school’s water tower, showcasing their new school logo.
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Backpack donation to Central ISD

Central ISD Backpack Drive

August 2024
Our project team donated 100 backpacks for the 2024-2025 Central ISD school year.
Dinner at the Diamond Logo

Dinner at the Diamond Angelina County Event

September 2024
We served as a “Grand Slam” sponsor for the local “Dinner at the Diamond” event hosted by the Angelina College Foundation.
Toy Drive in Angelina County

Local Toy Drive

December 2024
We participated in the toy drive for Casa of the Pines and donated toys to children and families in need.
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Livestock Auction Donor at the Angelina County Fair

2024 and 2025
Our team is proud to be a “Gold” donor at the Youth Livestock Auction at the Angelina County Fair.
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Community engagement in Angelina County
Please reach out to us if you have any volunteer, donation, or educational opportunities in the Angelina County area that may be of benefit to the community. We are always looking for more opportunities to be involved with the community and also offer educational sessions on renewable energy and careers in the industry.
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Renewable energy benefits in Texas

Through collaboration with local businesses, landowners, and communities, EDPR NA provides clean energy to Texas and strengthens local economies where its projects operate.

Renewable energy technology

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Energy security

Azalea Springs would contribute to the national energy security for the state of Texas and the U.S., helping diversify domestic supply.
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Solar as a neighbor

Solar projects are essentially silent neighbors designed to capture light while not producing glare.
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Solar panel technology

Solar panels contain no liquids or materials that would pose a risk to the environment or human health.
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228 million gallons of water saved each year

Azalea Springs will save 228 million gallons of water each year and prevent the air pollution that causes smog and acid rain.

Downloads

Azalea Springs Fact Sheet
Document
PDF . 1.13 MB
Texas State Fact Sheet
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PDF . 1.52 MB
About EDPR NA
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PDF . 3.58 MB

Contact us

EDP Renewables North America
Corporate Headquarters

1501 McKinney Street, Suite 1300
Houston, TX 77010

 

713.265.0350

azaleaspringssolarpark@edp.com

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