Yellowbud Solar: Amazon Powers Ohio
Oct 4, 2023 12:22 PM ET
- National Grid Renewables' 274-MW Amazon Solar Farm Ohio-Yellowbud is generating jobs, tax revenue and more. Experience its impact and Amazon's commitment to Ohio, now powered by 100% renewable energy.
National Grid Renewables, a subsidiary of National Grid plc, has commissioned the Amazon Solar Farm Ohio - Yellowbud. Located in Ross and Pickaway Counties, the 274-MW solar farm spans about 2,000 acres and is connected to the 138-kV Biers Run-Circleville transmission line. Amazon has an executed power purchase agreement (PPA) with the developer for the output of Yellowbud. During operations, the solar farm is expected to generate USD 90 million in tax revenue, jobs, landowner income and charitable initiatives. Amazon has expressed its commitment to Ohio, where it is scaling up renewable energy projects and powering operations with 100% renewable energy.
What Benefits Does Amazon Solar Farm Ohio - Yellowbud Offer?
- Generating over 684,000 MWh of clean energy annually, equivalent to powering approximately 72,000 homes
- Supporting more than 500 construction jobs and 40 permanent jobs in Ohio
- Generating USD 90 million in tax revenue, jobs, landowner income and charitable initiatives
- Connected to the 138-kV Biers Run-Circleville transmission line
- Spanning about 2,000 acres
- Contributing to Amazon's goal of powering operations with 100% renewable energy in Ohio
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