Ørsted and Salt River Project Commence Operations at 300 MW Solar Center

Eleven Mile Solar Center Provides Power to Businesses, Homes, and Data Centers

Eleven Mile (Source: Ørsted)

The 300 MW solar project and 300 MW battery energy storage system (BESS) in Pinal County, Ariz. is now operational.

The center is the Salt River Project (SRP)’s largest co-located solar and BESS project, providing power to businesses, homes, and Meta’s data center in Mesa, Ariz.

Solar Energy Paired with Battery Storage Critical for Reliable Power Delivery

“Solar energy paired with battery energy storage will be critical to the reliable delivery of power as the demand for electricity grows,” says David Hardy, Group EVP and CEO Americas at Ørsted.

Arizona’s Growing Demand for Electricity

“Arizona has one of the highest growth rates of electricity in the country due to the surge in data centers and the reshoring of American manufacturing. With our first project in Arizona now complete, we’re thrilled to help meet the growing demand of the state and region with reliable, domestic energy,” says David Hardy.

Ørsted Supports Local Companies in Project

Ørsted supported American companies, such as First Solar, Fluence and NEXTracker, in procuring panels, batteries, and tracking equipment for the project.

SRP’s Expanded Energy Portfolio

With the addition of Eleven Mile, SRP has 3,000 MW of energy, including 1,400 MW of solar. It also has 1,300 MW of battery and pumped hydro storage supporting its grid.

Conclusion

The successful operation of the Eleven Mile Solar Center marks a significant milestone in the development of renewable energy in Arizona. The project demonstrates the importance of pairing solar energy with battery storage for reliable power delivery and Ørsted’s commitment to supporting local companies in the region.

FAQs

* What is the capacity of the Eleven Mile Solar Center?
+ 300 MW solar project and 300 MW battery energy storage system (BESS)
* What is the location of the Eleven Mile Solar Center?
+ Pinal County, Ariz.
* What companies did Ørsted support in the project?
+ First Solar, Fluence, and NEXTracker
* What is the total energy portfolio of SRP?
+ 3,000 MW, including 1,400 MW of solar and 1,300 MW of battery and pumped hydro storage