Lightsource bp, AEP Energy sign PPA for 188 MW solar PV project in Indiana

Lightsource bp and American Electric Power (AEP) have signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) for a 188 MWdc Honeysuckle solar photovoltaic (PV) project in New Carlisle, Indiana, USA. The solar farm, which will be owned and operated by Lightsource bp, is expected to produce enough clean energy to power 27,000 US homes annually and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 204,000 metric tons each year.

Honeysuckle is expected to begin commercial operations in 2024 and will sell the energy it generates to AEP Energy Partners under a long-term PPA. Inovateus Solar LLC is the construction contractor for the project, and is focusing on utilizing local labor for the mechanical, electrical and civil work on site.

The Honeysuckle Solar project is one of several solar developments currently being undertaken by Lightsource bp across the US, as part of the company’s efforts to accelerate the country’s transition to renewable energy.