ACCIONA Energía's fourth renewable energy project and first solar PV plant in the state
Fort Bend Solar Farm represents a $280 million investment and employed a peak workforce of up to 450 people during construction on.
ACCIONA Energía's team will continue its commitment to using local businesses and services providers during project operations.
Local Benefits of Solar Energy
- A boost in tax revenue without an increased demand on local services like police and schools
- Local job creation and support of local businesses
- Local partnership opportunities. Each ACCIONA Energía project includes a social impact management program dedicated to advancing education, wellness or environmental stewardship
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Location: Fort Bend County, Texas
- Capacity: 316 MW PV
- Technology: Solar panels affixed to solar trackers
- Timeline:
- Local Permitting: 2021
- Construction: 2021-2023
- Operations: 2023
- Owners: ACCIONA Energía
KEY POINTS
- ACCIONA Energía’s fourth renewable energy project in Texas, joining three wind farms in Cameron County.
- Site features solar panels, affixed to solar trackers that maximize production throughout the day.
- Up to 450 direct jobs created during peak construction and 12 permanent jobs during operational phase