CenterPoint Energy receives approval for 400 megawatts of renewable energy serving southwestern Indiana

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CenterPoint Energy (NYSE: CNP) has received approval from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to acquire a 300 MW solar array and a power purchase agreement for an additional 100 MW as part of its renewable energy transition plan. The solar projects, co-developed with Arevon Energy Management and Tenaska, aim to support over 50,000 households annually. Construction is expected to begin soon, with completion anticipated by 2023. This initiative aligns with CenterPoint's goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2035.

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• Approval for 400 MW of solar energy, supporting long-term sustainability goals.
• The solar array will provide power to over 50,000 households annually.
• Commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2035.

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EVANSVILLE, Ind., Oct. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CNP) today announced its Indiana-based electric and natural gas business, CenterPoint Energy Indiana South, received approval from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to acquire a 300-megawatt (MW) solar array, as well as enter into a power purchase agreement (PPA) for an additional 100 MWs of solar energy as part of the company's long-term electric generation transition plan.

CenterPoint Energy entered into an agreement with Arevon Energy Management, the company that will build the utility-owned project in Posey County, Ind. The agreement required approval by the Commission.  Arevon Energy Management and energy company Tenaska are co-developing the project. CenterPoint Energy will also purchase additional solar power from Clēnera, which is developing a solar project in Warrick County, Ind., under a 25-year contract.

Together, the approval of these renewable energy projects solidifies the next component of CenterPoint Energy's long-term electric generation transition plan, meeting stakeholder sustainability goals, and implementing the most economic path forward as outlined in the company's Integrated Resource Plan. The continued build out of renewable resources is reflective of CenterPoint Energy's commitment to renewable resources and its net-zero carbon by 2035 emissions goals. More information on the company's net-zero goals can be found at www.sustainability.centerpointenergy.com. 

"We're pleased to receive regulatory approval to move forward with these significant renewable resources, which will serve our local electric customers, providing a cost-effective, stable energy option," said Steve Greenley, Senior Vice President, Indiana Electric Operations for CenterPoint Energy. "We look forward to the continued work with these companies to bring the Posey County solar array to fruition and provide additional clean energy to our customers through the Warrick County PPA."  

Construction of the solar project with Arevon Energy Management is scheduled to be in service by 2023. The initial construction phase will require establishing a sub-station to interconnect with CenterPoint Energy's power grid. The solar array is anticipated to generate enough power to meet the needs of more than 50,000 households per year, while also helping large customers achieve their individual sustainability goals.

Clēnera projects its solar array will be in service by 2023. CenterPoint Energy's PPA entitles it to 100 MW of the array, which will generate enough power to meet the needs of more than 18,500 homes per year.

Programs and services are operated under the brand CenterPoint Energy by Southern Indiana Gas and Electric Company d/b/a CenterPoint Energy Indiana South. 

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About CenterPoint Energy
As the only investor-owned electric and gas utility based in Texas, CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CNP) is an energy delivery company with electric transmission and distribution, power generation and natural gas distribution operations that serve more than 7 million metered customers in Arkansas, Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Ohio, Oklahoma and Texas. As of June 30, 2021, the company owned approximately $36 billion in assets and also owned 53.7 percent of the common units representing limited partner interests in Enable Midstream Partners, LP, a publicly traded master limited partnership that owns, operates and develops strategically located natural gas and crude oil infrastructure assets. With approximately 9,500 employees, CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. For more information, visit CenterPointEnergy.com.

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FAQ

What is CenterPoint Energy's recent approval related to solar energy?

CenterPoint Energy received approval to acquire a 300 MW solar array and a PPA for 100 MW from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission.

What is the expected completion date for the solar projects by CenterPoint Energy?

The solar projects are scheduled to be in service by 2023.

How many households will benefit from CenterPoint Energy's solar projects?

The solar array is expected to serve over 50,000 households, while an additional 100 MW will meet the needs of over 18,500 homes.

What are CenterPoint Energy's sustainability goals?

CenterPoint Energy aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2035.