EDP Renewables, SRP, and Meta Launch Brittlebush Solar Park in Arizona

EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA), a leading renewable energy developer and a top five renewable energy owner and operator in the United States, along with Salt River Project (SRP) and Meta, unveiled the 200-megawatt (MW) Brittlebush Solar Park near Coolidge, AZ. The project’s entire capacity will support Meta’s data center in Mesa, AZ, marking the third renewable energy partnership between EDPR NA and Meta. Meta will also benefit from two other SRP resources: the 100-MW West Line Solar Facility and the 300-MW solar plus battery Eleven Mile Facility, all contributing to Meta’s 100% renewable and net zero goals.

Brittlebush will significantly support the local economy by providing millions of dollars in payments to local governments over its operational life, benefiting schools, healthcare facilities, fire departments, and other county services. The project created over 300 construction jobs and will maintain more than five permanent jobs for operations and maintenance.

“Arizona’s forward-thinking policies and welcoming business environment for innovative technologies that prioritize sustainability make it a perfect location to generate solar,” noted Sandhya Ganapathy, CEO of EDP Renewables North America. “We’re proud of the partnership with Salt River Project and Meta that has resulted in reducing carbon emissions, local economic benefits, and diversifying Arizona’s energy portfolio. This is something every Arizonan can get behind.”

“SRP is proud to partner with EDPR NA to bring more clean energy to Arizona and to support Meta’s renewable energy goals,” added Bobby Olsen, SRP Chief Planning, Strategy and Sustainability Executive. “This project will also move us closer to reaching our own goal to reduce emissions by 82 percent by 2035 while providing affordable and reliable power to our customers.”

“Coolidge has worked hard to create a solar overlay for our community and this partnership between EDPR NA, SRP, and Meta will help strengthen our economy while providing local economic benefits and reducing emissions,” said Coolidge City Manager Rick Miller. “With more solar energy entering our community, Coolidge will continue to receive economic benefits and be recognized as a leader in renewable energy development in Arizona.”

“For Saint Holdings, it is a tremendous honor to have played a part in EDPR NA’s Brittlebush Solar Park,” stated Jackob Anderson, CEO of Saint Holdings. “This world-class renewable energy project exemplifies our commitment to fostering sustainable growth and powering Arizona’s thriving economy. Together, we are driving forward the future of clean energy in our state.”