Hoosier Energy signs PPA for 120 MW solar project in USA

Hoosier Energy and Clēnera’s affiliate, Rustic Hills Solar LLC. have signed a 20 year Power Puchase Agreement (PPA) for 120 MW solar project in Indiana, USA. 

Rustic Hills Solar will occupy approximately 640 acres of private land in Warrick County, Indiana, with construction expected to begin upon receipt of necessary authorization and permits. It is estimated that the project will be commercially operational by the end of 2023. During the proposed 10-month construction timeline, approximately 300 construction jobs will be created.

President and CEO of Hoosier Energy, Donna Walker, said: “This collaboration continues our transition of Hoosier Energy’s resource portfolio to a much higher percentage of renewable sources. The solar energy developed at Rustic Hills will serve thousands of Hoosiers while continuing to reduce our carbon footprint, benefiting the environment, Hoosier Energy members and all of their member-consumers.”  

The Rustic Hills Solar facility is anticipated to deliver 120 MWdc of clean energy to Hoosier Energy’s members, generating enough power to meet the needs of more than 17,000 homes.