Google and RWE have signed a 15 year power purchase agreement (PPA) which is forecast to add $24.3 million (£18.09 million) into the local economy in Oklahoma.
The scheme is also expected to create 250 jobs with Google purchasing 155MW from RWE’s Crooked Creek Solar project.
This is the first solar project in the state for RWE and operations are expected to commence in 2028.
Ingmar Ritzenhofen, Chief Commercial Officer at RWE Americas said: “This agreement with Google marks an important milestone for RWE Americas and reflects the growing demand for affordable, reliable, domestically produced energy.
“Crooked Creek Solar demonstrates how strategic partnerships can accelerate new energy development while creating jobs, generating local tax revenue and strengthening communities.”
Will Conkling, Director of Energy and Power at Google said: “Supporting a strong, stable, affordable grid is a top priority as we expand our infrastructure.
“Our agreement with RWE adds critical new generation to the local system, boosting the amount of affordable and reliable power supply for Oklahoma and the region.”
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