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Southern Power's South Cheyenne Solar Facility in Wyoming is now operational

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Southern Power, a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider and subsidiary of Southern Company, has announced the operational status of the 150MW South Cheyenne Solar Facility in Wyoming. This marks their 30th solar facility and first in Wyoming, contributing to their clean energy fleet spanning from California to Maine. The facility will generate electricity under a 20-year agreement with Cheyenne Light, Fuel and Power, supporting a data center customer. Acquired from Qcells USA Corp., the project created over 200 jobs and adds to Southern Power's 2,740MW solar portfolio within a 5,280MW renewable fleet strategy.

Southern Power, un importante fornitore all'ingrosso di energia degli Stati Uniti e sussidiaria di Southern Company, ha annunciato lo stato operativo del South Cheyenne Solar Facility da 150MW nel Wyoming. Questo rappresenta il loro 30° impianto solare e il primo nel Wyoming, contribuendo così alla loro flotta di energia pulita che si estende dalla California al Maine. L'impianto produrrà energia elettrica in base a un accordo ventennale con Cheyenne Light, Fuel and Power, a supporto di un cliente di un centro dati. Acquisito da Qcells USA Corp., il progetto ha creato oltre 200 posti di lavoro e aumenta il portafoglio solare di Southern Power a 2.740MW all'interno di una strategia di flotta rinnovabile da 5.280MW.
Southern Power, un proveedor mayorista de energía líder en EE.UU. y filial de Southern Company, ha anunciado el estado operacional de la Instalación Solar de South Cheyenne de 150MW en Wyoming. Esto marca la 30ª instalación solar de la compañía y la primera en Wyoming, contribuyendo a su flota de energía limpia que se extiende desde California hasta Maine. La instalación generará electricidad bajo un acuerdo de 20 años con Cheyenne Light, Fuel and Power, apoyando a un cliente de centro de datos. Adquirido de Qcells USA Corp., el proyecto creó más de 200 empleos y añade al portafolio solar de Southern Power, que alcanza los 2.740MW dentro de una estrategia de flota renovable de 5.280MW.
미국의 선도적인 도매 에너지 공급업체인 Southern Power와 모기업인 Southern Company의 자회사는 와이오밍주에 위치한 150MW South Cheyenne 태양광 시설의 운영 상태를 발표했습니다. 이는 그들의 30번째 태양광 시설이자 와이오밍주에서는 처음으로, 캘리포니아에서 메인까지 이르는 청정 에너지 함대에 기여합니다. 이 시설은 Cheyenne Light, Fuel and Power와의 20년 계약에 따라 전기를 생산할 예정이며, 데이터 센터 고객을 지원합니다. Qcells USA Corp.로부터 인수한 이 프로젝트는 200개 이상의 일자리를 창출했으며 Southern Power의 5,280MW 재생 가능 에너지 함대 전략 내에서 2,740MW 태양광 포트폴리오를 확장하였습니다.
Southern Power, un fournisseur de gros en énergie leader aux États-Unis et filiale de Southern Company, a annoncé le statut opérationnel de l'installation solaire South Cheyenne de 150MW dans le Wyoming. Cela représente leur 30e installation solaire et la première dans le Wyoming, contribuant à leur flotte d'énergie propre qui s'étend de la Californie au Maine. L'installation générera de l'électricité en vertu d'un accord de 20 ans avec Cheyenne Light, Fuel and Power, soutenant un client de centre de données. Acquise auprès de Qcells USA Corp., le projet a créé plus de 200 emplois et ajoute à la capacité solaire de Southern Power, qui atteint maintenant 2.740MW dans une stratégie de flotte renouvelable de 5.280MW.
Southern Power, ein führender US-Großhandelsenergieanbieter und Tochtergesellschaft von Southern Company, hat den Betriebsstatus der 150-MW-Solaranlage South Cheyenne in Wyoming bekannt gegeben. Dies ist ihre 30. Solaranlage und die erste in Wyoming, und trägt zu ihrer sauberen Energieflotte bei, die sich von Kalifornien bis Maine erstreckt. Die Anlage wird Strom im Rahmen einer 20-jährigen Vereinbarung mit Cheyenne Light, Fuel and Power produzieren, um einen Datenzentrumskunden zu unterstützen. Erworben von Qcells USA Corp., schuf das Projekt über 200 Arbeitsplätze und erweitert Southern Powers Solarportfolio auf 2.740 MW innerhalb einer erneuerbaren Flotte von 5.280 MW.
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  • Expansion of Southern Power's clean energy resources with the operational South Cheyenne Solar Facility in Wyoming.

  • Enhances the company's commitment to solar energy development and renewable fleet growth.

  • Creation of over 200 jobs during the peak construction phase of the project.

  • Acquisition of the facility aligns with the company's strategy of acquiring generating assets covered by long-term contracts with strong credit support.

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ATLANTA, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Power, a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider and subsidiary of Southern Company, today announced that the 150-megawatt (MW) South Cheyenne Solar Facility in Laramie County, Wyoming, is now operational.

This project, Southern Power's 30th solar facility, is Southern Power's first solar facility in Wyoming, and it contributes to the company's growing fleet of clean energy resources from California to Maine.

"We are thrilled to announce that South Cheyenne Solar has reached commercial operation, marking a significant milestone for our team and all who have worked tirelessly on this project, and we are equally excited to see our footprint expand with our first operational site in Wyoming," said Southern Power President Robin Boren. "This facility showcases our commitment to the development of solar energy and is an excellent addition to our growing renewable fleet."

The electricity and associated renewable energy credits generated by the facility will be sold under a 20-year power purchase agreement with Cheyenne Light, Fuel and Power, a subsidiary of Black Hills Energy. The energy will be used exclusively to provide renewable energy to a data center customer.

Southern Power acquired South Cheyenne Solar Facility from Qcells USA Corp. (Qcells USA), in September 2023. Qcells USA provided full renewable value chain and turnkey services on the project including serving as the project developer, module manufacturer and engineering procurement construction (EPC) provider of the site, which created more than 200 jobs at peak construction.

With the addition of South Cheyenne, Southern Power's solar portfolio includes more than 2,740 MW of solar generation. Southern Power's solar facilities are a part of the company's 5,280 MW renewable fleet, which consists of 30 solar and 15 wind facilities operating or under construction.

This project aligns with Southern Power's overall business strategy of strengthening its wholesale business by acquiring and developing generating assets that are covered by long-term contracts with counterparties with strong credit support.

About Southern Power 
Southern Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, is a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider meeting the electricity needs of municipalities, electric cooperatives, investor-owned utilities and other energy customers. Southern Power and its subsidiaries, some of which are owned in part with various partners, own or operate 55 facilities operating or under development in 15 states with more than 12,840 MW of generating capacity in Alabama, California, Delaware, Georgia, Kansas, Maine, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming.

About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy distribution company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, The Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

 

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FAQ

What is the capacity of the South Cheyenne Solar Facility in Wyoming?

The South Cheyenne Solar Facility has a capacity of 150MW.

Who did Southern Power acquire the South Cheyenne Solar Facility from?

Southern Power acquired the facility from Qcells USA Corp.

How many solar facilities does Southern Power currently operate or have under construction?

Southern Power operates 30 solar facilities and has 15 wind facilities operating or under construction.

What type of agreement does Southern Power have for the electricity and renewable energy credits generated by the South Cheyenne Solar Facility?

Southern Power has a 20-year power purchase agreement with Cheyenne Light, Fuel and Power.

How will the energy generated by the South Cheyenne Solar Facility be used?

The energy generated will be used exclusively to provide renewable energy to a data center customer.

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