Repsol has achieved commercial operations at its 825-MW Pinnington solar project in Jack County in North Texas.
“Pinnington sets a new benchmark for renewable energy delivery in the US, combining unprecedented scale with exceptional pace,” said Federico Toro, CEO of Repsol Renewables North America. “Achieving commercial operations reflects strong execution, a deep safety culture, and the commitment of the teams and partners behind this project.”
Repsol said the project reached commercial operation 2.5 times faster than other comparable megaprojects. Pinnington Solar was engineered and built by Black & Veatch and its Overland Contracting construction subsidiary. The project’s expedited execution put it at the forefront of the generation portfolio of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas and among the largest single-injection renewable projects commissioned in the US. Single-injection refers to a project that delivers electricity to the grid through a single point of interconnection.
“Completing the Pinnington solar project on an accelerated timeline—while managing its scale, complexity, and demanding execution environment—is a testament to the strength of our collaboration with Repsol and the dedication of everyone involved,” said Narsingh Chaudhary, president of Black & Veatch’s Fuels & Natural Resources sector. “Most importantly, the project was delivered with a relentless focus on safety, with every hour worked reflecting our shared commitment to caring for our people and the surrounding community. Repsol’s leadership and community-first mindset set the tone for a project that will deliver long-term energy and economic benefits for the region.”
Construction of the Pinnington solar facility supported approximately 700 local construction jobs, and the project is expected to provide substantial tax revenue for the surrounding communities over its lifetime.
Pinnington consists of 1.5 million solar panels, which Repsol says can generate enough energy annually to avoid approximately 1 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions. In addition, the project enhances grid reliability, providing significant new capacity to the Texas power grid and supporting a more resilient and diversified energy mix.
This project, along with other solar assets already online in Texas, pushes Repsol’s total renewable energy generation capacity in the US above 2 GW.
Repsol entered the North American renewable energy market in 2021, prioritizing projects that offer high returns and favorable regulatory conditions. At the same time, the company maintains a broad portfolio of initiatives to capitalize on opportunities related to rising energy demand and potential regulatory changes.
In Texas, Repsol’s renewable energy portfolio includes Frye (632 MW), Outpost (629 MW), and Pinnington (825 MW)—all of which are operational—as well as Pecan Prairie (595 MW), which is under construction. In New Mexico, the company operates the Jicarilla I and II solar and battery storage complex.
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