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Ørsted has broken ground on Blackwater Solar, a 200 MW photovoltaic facility in Roosevelt County, New Mexico, the company said in a press release. This marks its inaugural venture in the state, alongside a $100,000 pledge to Playa Lakes Joint Venture aimed at restoring and protecting nearby wetlands.
Situated between Portales and Clovis, the solar farm is designed to produce sufficient power for the equivalent of over 56,000 households each year within the Southwest Power Pool area. A long-term power purchase agreement underpins the project, intended to address rising industrial electricity needs in New Mexico. The panels were procured from First Solar, a domestic producer. Operations are slated to begin in late 2027.
Melissa Peterson, who leads Americas Onshore at Ørsted, described the initiative as a promising debut for the company in New Mexico, delivering cost-effective local energy and enduring advantages to the surrounding area. She noted that Ørsted is proud to make its first state investment and aims to be a steadfast ally to Roosevelt County residents.
In line with its role as a community partner and land steward, Ørsted is directing $100,000 to Playa Lakes Joint Venture for wetland restoration close to Melrose, New Mexico. This will aid in preserving an 8.8-acre playa, a vital asset for regional fauna and water supplies. It follows an earlier collaboration with PLJV in West Texas, where Ørsted’s backing facilitated the recovery of over 700 acres of playa habitat spanning five counties. More than 2,100 playas exist in eastern New Mexico, functioning as key water sources and wildlife refuges.
Rich Schultheis, PLJV Coordinator, stated that the group collaborates with various partners to safeguard natural resources for both communities and ecosystems. He welcomed Ørsted’s monetary support for reviving these essential wetlands and the mutual recognition of biodiversity’s value, finding it gratifying that the company backs avian habitat recovery and enhances playa ecological roles.
Blackwater Solar and the related conservation funding exemplify Ørsted’s strategy of satisfying escalating power needs while generating sustained environmental and financial gains in host communities. Beyond the conservation outlay, the project is projected to deliver close to $18 million in property taxes to Roosevelt County throughout its lifespan, aiding schools, infrastructure, emergency services, and other public goods.
Ørsted’s Americas Onshore division manages more than 6 gigawatts of wind, solar, and battery storage across eight states. It ranks among the largest independent power producers with multiple technologies in the U.S., working with landowners and communities to supply affordable, dependable energy. With roughly 250 staff, the unit develops, builds, and runs projects for utilities and corporate buyers under long-term agreements.
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