World’s largest PV power project breaks ground

May 12, 2013

MidAmerican Solar and SunPower Corp. recently marked the start of major construction at the Antelope Valley Solar Projects — two projects co-located in Kern and Los Angeles counties in California —with a community celebration. The 579MW development will employ approximately 650 workers during a three-year construction period; generate more than $500 million in regional economic impact, the majority of which will be generated during construction; and serve California’s growing electricity demand with clean, renewable solar power.

The Antelope Valley Solar Projects make up the world’s largest solar power development under construction. When complete, the projects will provide enough energy to power approximately 400,000 average California homes. They are owned by MidAmerican Solar. The projects will provide renewable energy to Southern California Edison under two long-term power purchase contracts.