Redstone Arsenal US Army solar power plant project, US

22nd July 2016 By: Sheila Barradas - Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

Redstone Arsenal US Army solar power plant project, US

Name and Location
Redstone Arsenal US Army solar power plant project, Alabama, US.

Client
The project is being developed by the Redstone Arsenal US Army’s Directorate of Public Works, the US Army Office of Energy Initiatives and the US Army Corps of Engineers – Huntsville Center’s Energy Division.

Project Description
The project involves the construction of a 10 MW dc photovoltaic solar power plant that is expected to generate up to 18 000 MWh/y. The energy from the plant will be bought under a power purchase agreement with SunPower, which will allow the army to buy 100% of the power generated by the plant and avoid the costs of power plant construction, maintenance and operation.

Value
Not stated.

Duration
Not stated.

Latest Developments
SunPower Corporation is expected to start construction on the project this month.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
SunPower Corporation (construction).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
SunPower Coproration, tel +1 408 240 5500.