EDF Renewables North America and Enbridge announced that the Amazon Solar Farm Ohio – Fox Squirrel Solar project reached full operational status in December 2024, with all three phases now actively supplying electricity to the PJM grid. Fox Squirrel Solar, a ground-mounted solar installation with a total capacity of 577 MWAC/749MWdirect currentis one of the largest utility-scale solar projects east of the Mississippi River.
Fox Squirrel Solar, developed by EDF Renewables and owned in partnership with Enbridge, will help meet central Ohio’s growing energy needs. Located in Madison County, Fox Squirrel Solar’s 1.4 million panels and 159 inverters represent the largest onshore renewable energy project developed and built by EDF Renewables North America. At the peak of construction work, approximately 650 workers were on site installing approximately 10,000 panels per day, accounting for almost 1.5 million working hours.
All generation capacity will be supplied to Amazon through power purchase agreements, which will contribute to Amazon’s Climate Pledge commitment. As renewable energy commitments are increasingly embraced by businesses, solar projects like Fox Squirrel will help Ohio achieve its goal of continuing to attract businesses and increase economic growth in the state.
“We are pleased to announce the completion of EDF Renewables’ largest energy investment in North America – Fox Squirrel Solar,” said Kate O’Hair, senior VP of onshore development at EDF Renewables North America. “This project is a shining example of the power of partnerships between landowners, the local community and our project partners all working together towards a sustainable future.”
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