National Grid Renewables Begins Construction on Dodson Creek Solar Project
National Grid Renewables has begun construction on the Dodson Creek Solar Project in Highland County, Ohio. This 117 MW project, located in the PJM market, is expected to generate $49 million in direct economic benefits for the local community. It's the company's fourth project in Ohio and second in Highland County, contributing to a total 558.5 MW portfolio in the state.
The project will create approximately 200 construction jobs and is contracted with Kiewit as the EPC partner. It will use First Solar's Series 7 modules, manufactured in Ohio. Once operational in mid-2025, Dodson Creek is anticipated to produce $21 million in new tax revenue for local entities and avoid an estimated 198,400 metric tons of CO2 emissions annually. National Grid Renewables has also pledged $585,000 to Highland County charities through a dedicated fund.
National Grid Renewables ha avviato la costruzione del Progetto Solare Dodson Creek nella Contea di Highland, Ohio. Questo progetto da 117 MW, situato nel mercato PJM, si prevede genererà 49 milioni di dollari in benefici economici diretti per la comunità locale. È il quarto progetto dell'azienda in Ohio e il secondo nella Contea di Highland, contribuendo a un portfolio totale di 558,5 MW nello stato.
Il progetto creerà circa 200 posti di lavoro nella costruzione ed è stato contratto con Kiewit come partner EPC. Utilizzerà i moduli Serie 7 di First Solar, fabbricati in Ohio. Una volta operativo nella metà del 2025, Dodson Creek è previsto generare 21 milioni di dollari in nuove entrate fiscali per gli enti locali e evitare circa 198.400 tonnellate di emissioni di CO2 all'anno. National Grid Renewables ha inoltre promesso 585.000 dollari a enti di beneficenza della Contea di Highland attraverso un fondo dedicato.
National Grid Renewables ha comenzado la construcción del Proyecto Solar Dodson Creek en el Condado de Highland, Ohio. Este proyecto de 117 MW, ubicado en el mercado PJM, se espera que genere 49 millones de dólares en beneficios económicos directos para la comunidad local. Es el cuarto proyecto de la empresa en Ohio y el segundo en el Condado de Highland, contribuyendo a un portafolio total de 558.5 MW en el estado.
El proyecto creará aproximadamente 200 empleos en construcción y se ha contratado a Kiewit como socio EPC. Utilizará módulos Serie 7 de First Solar, fabricados en Ohio. Una vez operativa a mediados de 2025, se anticipa que Dodson Creek produzca 21 millones de dólares en nuevos ingresos fiscales para entidades locales y evite aproximadamente 198,400 toneladas métricas de emisiones de CO2 anualmente. National Grid Renewables también se ha comprometido a donar 585,000 dólares a organizaciones benéficas del Condado de Highland a través de un fondo dedicado.
National Grid Renewables는 오하이오주 하이랜드 카운티에 있는 도드슨 크리크 태양광 프로젝트의 건설을 시작했습니다. 이 117 MW 규모의 프로젝트는 PJM 시장에 위치하고 있으며, 지역 사회에 4900만 달러의 직접 경제적 혜택을 창출할 것으로 예상됩니다. 이는 오하이오에서 회사의 네 번째 프로젝트이며, 하이랜드 카운티에서 두 번째로, 주 내 총 558.5 MW 포트폴리오에 기여합니다.
이 프로젝트는 약 200개의 건설 일자리를 창출할 예정이며, EPC 파트너로 Kiewit와 계약되었습니다. 오하이오에서 제작된 First Solar의 7번 시리즈 모듈이 사용될 것입니다. 2025년 중반에 운영을 시작하면 도드슨 크리크는 지역 기관에 2100만 달러의 새로운 세수를 생산하고, 연간 약 198,400톤의 CO2 배출을 피할 것으로 예상됩니다. National Grid Renewables는 또한 전담 기금을 통해 하이랜드 카운티 자선단체에 585,000 달러를 기부할 것을 약속했습니다.
National Grid Renewables a commencé la construction du projet solaire Dodson Creek dans le comté de Highland, Ohio. Ce projet de 117 MW, situé sur le marché PJM, devrait générer 49 millions de dollars de bénéfices économiques directs pour la communauté locale. C'est le quatrième projet de l'entreprise dans l'Ohio et le deuxième dans le comté de Highland, contribuant à un portefeuille total de 558,5 MW dans l'État.
Le projet créera environ 200 emplois dans la construction et a été contracté avec Kiewit comme partenaire EPC. Il utilisera des panneaux de la série 7 de First Solar, fabriqués en Ohio. Une fois opérationnel à la mi-2025, Dodson Creek devrait produire 21 millions de dollars de nouvelles recettes fiscales pour les entités locales et éviter environ 198 400 tonnes d'émissions de CO2 par an. National Grid Renewables s'est également engagé à verser 585 000 dollars aux œuvres de charité du comté de Highland via un fonds dédié.
National Grid Renewables hat mit dem Bau des Dodson Creek Solarprojekts im Highland County, Ohio, begonnen. Dieses 117 MW Projekt, das im PJM-Markt liegt, wird voraussichtlich 49 Millionen Dollar an direkten wirtschaftlichen Vorteilen für die lokale Gemeinschaft generieren. Es ist das vierte Projekt des Unternehmens in Ohio und das zweite im Highland County, was zu einem Gesamtportfolio von 558,5 MW im Bundesstaat beiträgt.
Das Projekt wird etwa 200 Arbeitsplätze im Bauwesen schaffen und hat Kiewit als EPC-Partner beauftragt. Es wird die Serie 7 Module von First Solar nutzen, die in Ohio hergestellt werden. Sobald es Mitte 2025 in Betrieb geht, wird erwartet, dass Dodson Creek 21 Millionen Dollar an neuen Steuereinnahmen für lokale Einrichtungen generiert und schätzungsweise 198.400 Tonnen CO2-Emissionen jährlich vermeidet. National Grid Renewables hat zudem 585.000 Dollar an Wohltätigkeitsorganisationen im Highland County über einen speziellen Fonds zugesichert.
- 117 MW solar project expected to generate $49 million in direct economic benefits
- Creation of approximately 200 construction jobs
- Anticipated $21 million in new tax revenue for local entities
- Estimated annual avoidance of 198,400 metric tons of CO2 emissions
- $585,000 pledged to Highland County charities
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The start of construction on National Grid Renewables' Dodson Creek Solar Project marks a significant expansion of solar capacity in Ohio. At 117 MW, it's a substantial addition to the state's renewable energy portfolio. The project's location within the PJM market is strategically important, as it's one of the largest electricity markets in the US.
The estimated
The project's carbon avoidance potential of 198,400 metric tons of CO2 annually is significant, demonstrating the tangible environmental benefits of large-scale solar projects. This development reinforces Ohio's growing role in the US energy transition.
The Dodson Creek project represents a substantial investment in Ohio's renewable energy sector. The
National Grid Renewables' commitment of
The partnership with First Solar (NASDAQ: FSLR) for module supply is noteworthy. It supports domestic manufacturing and could provide a hedge against supply chain disruptions or potential trade disputes affecting international suppliers. This vertical integration within the US solar industry could lead to more stable and predictable project costs in the long term.
The Dodson Creek project, situated in the PJM market, is strategically positioned in one of the most competitive and liquid electricity markets in the US. This location could potentially allow for favorable power purchase agreements and provide stability to project revenues.
With this project, National Grid Renewables is expanding its Ohio portfolio to 558.5 MW across four projects. This concentration in a single state could lead to economies of scale in operations and maintenance, potentially improving profitability. However, it also increases exposure to Ohio-specific regulatory and market risks.
The use of First Solar's next-generation Series 7 modules suggests a focus on efficiency and performance. These advanced modules could potentially increase the project's energy yield and overall profitability. The local manufacturing aspect also aligns with growing policy emphasis on domestic clean energy supply chains, which could provide advantages in future project development and financing.
The projected mid-2025 operational date positions this project to capitalize on the expected growth in clean energy demand driven by corporate sustainability goals and state-level renewable portfolio standards.
117 MW Project located in
"Dodson Creek is our fourth project to begin construction in
Dodson Creek follows National Grid Renewables' operational Yellowbud Solar project - the first and largest project in their
Dodson Creek will positively impact the local community in many ways. Throughout the construction phase, the 1,300-acre project will create and sustain approximately 200 construction jobs. Dodson Creek is contracted with Kiewit as the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) partner.
"Our fourth collaboration with NG Renewables on the Dodson Creek Solar Project exemplifies our enduring partnership and commitment to renewable energy," said Brian Koller, vice president, Kiewit Power Constructors Co. "We value the strong relationships we have built with the local union craft and the
In continuing its longstanding partnership with First Solar, the Dodson Creek project will utilize next generation Series 7 modules developed and produced by First Solar, Inc (Nasdaq: FSLR) at their
"There is real momentum driving the growth of solar in
Once operational, the project is anticipated to produce approximately
Estimated to begin operations in mid-2025, the Dodson Creek project is anticipated to avoid an estimated 198,400 metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions every year during operation— the equivalent of taking an estimated 44,000 cars off the road for a year.
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