SMECO and Origis Energy to build 27.5 MW solar power project

photonJuly 13, 2017239

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) and Origis Energy USA announced the parties have entered into a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to develop the new »Ripley Solar« 27.5 MW facility to be constructed on Ripley Road in La Plata, Maryland, USA. The solar facility, developed by Origis Energy, is expected to reach full commercial operation by mid-2019. Construction is anticipated to start in early 2019. SMECO will purchase all generated energy for the next 25 years. »Ripley Solar« is expected to generate roughly 56,500 MWh during its first year of operation.

Pending approval from the Maryland Public Service Commission and local permitting, the solar facility will be located on 300 acres in Charles County. Origis Energy preliminary design calls for the use of single axis tracking technology and approximately 86,000 thin film solar modules. Construction will include the building of a short transmission line from the solar power site to the nearest substation.

SMECO provides electric service to more than 160,000 customers in Charles County, St. Mary’s County, southern Prince George’s County, and most of Calvert County. Co-ops are owned by their customers.

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