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The first utility-scale solar farm on Oahu linked with batteries recently began commercial power production ahead of seven similar projects slated for completion over the next two years.
Clearway Energy Group started selling electricity from the 39-megawatt facility in Mililani to utility company Hawaiian Electric on July 31, and on Thursday held a ceremony with government officials, utility representatives and others to recognize the $140 million project’s completion.
Craig Cornelius, CEO of San Francisco-based Clearway, said in a statement that the delivery of Oahu’s first major solar and energy-storage facility elevates Hawaii’s transition to reliable carbon-free power.
“We’re proud to help Hawaii achieve its clean energy goals and we are grateful to Hawaiian…
Oahu’s first major solar farm with batteries now producing electricity
