The clean energy development company Geronimo Power has started construction work on its photovoltaic farm photovoltaic farm, a 250-megawatt Portage Solar, a 250-megawatt facility located in Portage County, Wisconsin. This project, which complements its recent Apple River Solar in Polk County, represents a key step in expanding its portfolio within the MISO market.
Portage Solar and its local impact
Portage Solar stands out for the impact it will bring to community development. The facility is projected to generate more than 300 job opportunities in the construction phase, prioritizing the hiring of local Wisconsin labor. This collaboration is the first between Geronimo and engineering firm Burns & McDonnell, further strengthening regional involvement.
On the other hand, Portage is expected to contribute a direct economic benefit of more than 73 million dollars in its first 20 years of operation. These resources will come from new tax revenues for the county and nearby municipalities, as well as from the stimulation of local commerce and a charitable fund exclusive to the company that will allocate around US$1.25 million to local organizations.
Energy agreements and state projection
In addition, the facility already has a power purchase agreement (PPA) that guarantees the commercialization of the clean energy generated, which contributes to the renewable and reliable energy supply demanded by sectors such as data centers.
Portage Solar and Apple River Solar together plan to inject more than $100 million into the state’s economy in Wisconsin, strengthening the commitment to a sustainable energy transition. sustainable energy transition to drive regional growth.
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Source and photo: Geronimo Power via PR Newswire
