J-Power and AP Solar to develop 400 MW Charger Solar
Japan’s Electric Power Development Co Ltd, known as J-Power, has signed an agreement with AP Solar Holdings LLC, a joint-partnership of Avondale and Plus Renewable Technologies, for the development of a 400 MW solar project in Texas, USA.
The Charger Solar photovoltaic plant will be built in Texas’ Refugio County. This project is strategically situated, equal distance to San Antonio and Houston, both high energy demand cities. Charger Solar is well-positioned to provide clean and accessible energy to the local communities.
J-POWER USA and its affiliate companies now have interests in 12 U.S. power generating facilities, totaling approximately 6,500 MW.
"We strive to minimize our carbon footprint by finding innovative clean energy solutions." stated Mark Condon, President and CEO of J-POWER USA. "This joint venture represents an expansion of our relationship with AP Solar which follows our partnership to develop Red Tailed Hawk, a 350 MWac solar project located in Wharton County, TX." Condon continued.
Trevor Nash, CEO of AP Solar, said "We are very pleased to be working with J-POWER USA on the development of the Charger Solar project, in addition to the Red Tailed Hawk Solar project, which will be optimally located to deliver power into both the South and Houston Zones of ERCOT."
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