NextEra Energy Resources, OPPD starts construction of Sholes Wind Energy Center

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NextEra Energy Resources, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc, has started the construction phase of the 160 MW Sholes Wind Energy Center project in Nebraska, USA. The facility has an existing 20-year power purchase agreement with the  Omaha Power Public District (OPPD). 

The project represents a more than $200 million investment in Nebraska and creates approximately 200 jobs during the construction phase. It is expected to commence its commercial operation by December 2018.

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