Southern Power invests in 56 MW Beech Ridge II wind project in Greenbrier County

Southern Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, has announced the acquisition of the 56 megawatt (MW) Beech Ridge II Wind Facility from Invenergy.

Located in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, Beech Ridge II was developed by Invenergy and utilizes 20 wind turbines manufactured by GE Renewable Energy. The project achieved commercial operation on May 1, 2020.

The electricity and associated renewable energy credits generated by the facility are being sold under a 12-year power purchase agreement. Southern Power will be the majority owner. Invenergy will retain a minority ownership position, and Invenergy Services, a subsidiary of Invenergy that provides end-to-end energy solutions for asset owners, will operate and maintain the facility.