Direct Energy Business Signs Long-Term Agreement For 25 MW Solar Project
August 06,2020
RWE Renewables, a subsidiary of RWE Group, and Direct Energy Business, part of Direct Energy, today announced that they have signed a long-term agreement for Direct to purchase 25 MW of electrical output and associated capacity from RWE's Canadian Hull solar plant.
The long-term contract will start in August 2020. RWE's solar farm will supply an annual production of up to 50,000 MWh of carbon-free energy and environmental attributes to Direct Energy
The photovoltaic plant, located in Southern Alberta's Taber county, started commercial operation recently, "and will now provide an important part of the electricity that Direct Energy Business needs to supply its Canadian customers with renewable electricity," Direct said
"With increased customer demand for renewables, the addition of 25 MW of solar supply will help Direct Energy Business build renewable power options for our customers and affirms our commitment to provide products and services that lead to a lower carbon future," said David Brast, Senior Vice President, North America Gas and Power, Direct Energy Business.
"This PPA demonstrates Direct Energy's unique ability to create long-term 100 percent renewable energy solutions that combine the strengths of our customers, project developers and energy retailers alike," said Lance Henderson, Director, Western Origination, Direct Energy Business.