Avangrid produces first energy from True North solar project

Posted by
Jessica Casey,
Editor

Global Energy,
Thursday, 18 Jul 24

Avangrid, Inc., a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, has begun producing power from its True North solar project in Falls County, Texas, near Waco. With 20 MW of power coming online to date, this is another important milestone for what will become the largest solar project in Avangrid’s portfolio and its first solar project in Texas.

“This is great news, not only for the timely construction of True North, but for the entire state of Texas. Thanks to the diligent work of our team and our contractors, we are able to deliver additional power to the Texas grid as the summer months approach,” said Pedro Azagra, CEO of Avangrid. “I am pleased to see this project moving forward as Avangrid continues its mission to accelerate the transition to clean energy across America.”

True North will be a 238 MWac (321 MWdc) solar farm. Once constructed, the project will provide clean, renewable energy to support Meta’s net-zero emissions commitment, including supporting its upcoming data center in neighboring Temple, its second data center in Texas, using 100% renewable energy. The project will provide power to customers on the Texas grid before commercial operations begin in late 2024.

The project creates local jobs and supports local communities during construction and operation. It is expected to pay more than $40 million in property taxes over the life of the project, which directly supports public services such as safety and fire protection, as well as local schools.