Avangrid powers on 269 MW of new solar in Oregon

Avangrid, Inc., a leading US energy firm and member of the Iberdrola Group, has announced the commercial operation of two new solar photovoltaic projects in Oregon, Daybreak Solar and Bakeoven Solar, which will contribute 269 MW of clean energy capacity to the grid.

These facilities, the first commercial-scale solar installations in Wasco County, represent a significant step toward increasing renewable energy infrastructure in the Pacific Northwest and meeting local energy demands with sustainable alternatives.

The electricity generated by these projects is currently being distributed to Portland General Electric's (PGE) grid via the Green Future Impact (GFI) program, a voluntary initiative that assists major industrial and commercial clients in acquiring new renewable energy.

Jose Antonio Miranda, CEO of Avangrid, said, "The completion of these two projects represents the most recent milestone in a crucial investment in Wasco County, bringing new jobs, modern infrastructure, and a more resilient power grid for Oregon." "We're delivering a new, dependable power source that will power Oregon's communities and industries for decades to come in collaboration with PGE and our partners like Intel."

Avangrid has prioritized combining extensive renewable deployments with robust local workforce participation under Miranda's direction. The Daybreak and Bakeoven projects supported over 300 construction jobs, the majority of which were filled by local union members.

At a time when demand from business, regional utilities, and major energy consumers like Intel which takes part in the GFl program to align operations with sustainability goals like reaching 100% renewable electricity is rising, these initiatives bolster Oregon's renewable energy portfolio.

Avangrid's most recent solar projects, which promote utility-scale solar deployment and combine it with community-focused economic and environmental benefits, are prime examples of how energy companies can thrive by creating long-lasting effects for areas moving toward a clean energy future, in addition to increasing capacity.