EDP Renewables begins commercial operation of the Riverstart IV solar project in the USA
New 150-MW project delivers reliable power, local investment, and economic growth to Randolph County. EDPR NA’s 2 GW operating capacity in Indiana powering the equivalent of 527,000 homes and businesses; largest clean energy operator in the state.
EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA) today announced the start of commercial operations at Riverstart Solar IV, a 150-megawatt (MW) clean energy infrastructure project in Randolph County, Indiana. Riverstart Solar IV will generate electricity equivalent to the consumption of more than 28,800 Hoosier homes and businesses every year while shoring up Indiana’s grid reliability, energy independence, and regional economic growth.
Riverstart Solar IV represents more than $88.6 million (approximately 75.8 million euros) in local and regional economic impact, including:
- $51.4 million (approximately 44 million euros) in revenue to support local public services and infrastructure, including schools, roads, emergency services and equipment, and parks
- $35 million (approximately 30 million euros) in payments to local landowners to diversify revenue from properties and provide a steady source of income
- Approximately $2.2 million (approximately 1.9 million euros) in regional spending, directly boosting the local economy
- Approximately 625 jobs supported during construction
By 2038, EDPR NA projects will have contributed $65 million (approximately 55.6 million euros) to Randolph County through economic development agreements and permitting fees. In furtherance of its commitment to meaningful community partnership and collaboration, EDPR NA has donated more than $565,000 (approximately 484 thousand euros) to community-based organizations in Randolph County—including 4-H, FFA, the Community Foundation of Randolph County, Randolph County United, and others to support local workforce development initiatives, educational programming, youth sports, and disaster relief efforts.
EDPR NA is the largest owner and operator of clean energy in Indiana, generating nearly 30% of all the wind and solar capacity in the state. With the completion of Riverstart IV Solar, EDPR NA now operates 2 GW gross of reliable, domestically-sourced energy in Indiana powering the equivalent of more than 527,000 homes and businesses.
EDPR NA’s track record of reliable clean energy delivery in Indiana includes Headwaters Wind (398 MW ), Meadow Lake Wind (801 MW), Riverstart Solar (450 MW), Sweet Acres Wind (202 MW), and Carpenter Wind (196 MW).
Multimedia Resources:
- EDPR NA: Fact Sheet
- EDPR NA Indiana: Fact Sheet
- Riverstart Solar: Fact Sheet