Name of the Project
Aurora solar photovoltaic (PV) plant project.

Location
Minnesota, in the US.

Client
Enel, through its subsidiary, Enel Green Power North America.

Project Description
Aurora is a 150 MW dc solar PV plant, which can generate about 210-million kilowatt hours a year, equivalent to the energy consumption needs of more than 17 000 households, while avoiding the emission of more than 150 000 t/y of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

The facility comprises 16 PV plants across Minnesota, each using linear axis trackers to maximise efficiency and production, and delivering green energy to the offtaker’s distribution system.

Jobs to Be Created
Not stated.

Value
$290-million.

Duration
Not stated.

Latest Developments
The project started operation in June.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Enel media relations, tel +39 06 8305 5699, fax +39 06 8305 3771 or email ufficiostampa@enel.com.