AEP Energy indications PPA for full result of 200-MW Ohio solar project

• AEP Energy Partners, a subsidiary of utility American Electric Power, has actually authorized a long-lasting power acquisition contract with Atlanta Farms Solar Project, which is presently being created by Savion in Pickaway, Ohio, for the project's scheduled 200-MW outcome.

Building of Atlanta Farms is arranged to start mid-to-late 2021, pending the authorization of its authorization with the Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB). The project is prepared for to consist of around 600,000 photovoltaic panels and is anticipated to be functional by the end of 2022.

" AEP Energy is focused on giving customers with integrated, carbon-free energy products that supply long-term cost security and ecological benefits. Agreements like the one with Atlanta Farms Solar Project demonstrate the cutting-edge power options we can implemented to support development of new, in-state clean power resources to increase local economies as well as help our customers power their houses and businesses with clean, trusted power," claimed Greg Hall, president, AEP Energy.

AEP Energy will certainly make use of the power from Atlanta Farms to offer customers who want clean power for their retail supply. Atlanta Farms Solar Project likewise would certainly contribute renewable resource to Columbus if the city's gathering proposal is come on November and obtains authorization from the city council.

" The signed agreement in between AEP Energy Partners and Atlanta Farms Solar Project is the outcome of hard work and also devotion from groups throughout both organizations. Savion truly values the collaboration with AEP on this important venture," claimed Jeff James, elderly vice head of state commercial deals for Savion. "This notes one more success in solar power development for the state of Ohio while assisting to fulfill AEP Energy's dedication to its companions' renewable energy portfolios and sustainability goals. We are happy to be part of an additional great AEP Energy renewable energy turning point."