Zelestra and AEP Energy Partners Sign Long-Term PPA for 49.9 MW Gem City Solar Project in Dayton, Ohio

Zelestra announced a new long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with AEP Energy Partners (AEPEP), a subsidiary of American Electric Power, for the total electricity produced at the proposed 49.9 MW Gem City Solar project in Dayton, Ohio, USA.

The development is expected to rank among the largest solar power facilities located within U.S. city boundaries. Zelestra is currently progressing with detailed construction planning, with major works scheduled to commence in early 2027 and commercial operations targeted before the end of the year. The company continues to strengthen its role in the U.S. energy sector by delivering innovative, multi-technology solutions designed to meet the changing demands of retail electricity providers, hyperscale customers, and corporate partners. Based in Arlington, Virginia, Zelestra is building a substantial pipeline of roughly 15 GW of renewable energy projects in key markets.