By Editors of Power Engineering

Georgia Power remains bullish on solar, as the utility just entered into power purchase agreements for 510 MW of new projects to be built in the state.

The three solar projects were called the largest individual solar facilities in the history of Georgia.

Of the 510 MW purchase, 200 will come from a First Solar development to be built in Twiggs County, a 160-MW Invenergy Solar Development project in Camilla, and a 150-MW NextEra project in Quitman.

“Renewable energy, including solar developments of all sizes in all parts of the state, plays an important role in the diverse generation mix we use to serve customers,” said Wilson Mallard, director of Renewable Development for Georgia Power. “As we continue to grow renewable resources in 2018 and beyond, we’re focused on ensuring that every project that comes online helps us keep energy reliable and affordable for our customers, today and in the future.”

Additionally, Georgia Power’s previously announced 139-MW solar project at Robins Air Force Base is expected to break ground this year, with the utility continuing to work with the U.S. military to find new renewable development.

Including residential and other renewable programs, Georgia Power expects to add up to 1,600 MW of renewable energy by 2021.