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PRESS RELEASEFor Immediate Release: December 12, 2022
CVE North America Announces the completion of a 41-megawatt New York Solar Portfolio acquisition from Saturn PowerCVE North America (“CVE”), an independent solar power producer based in New York City, announced today that it completed the acquisition of a portfolio of solar PV projects in upstate New York from Saturn Power Corporation, an Ontario Canada based Solar Developer. The portfolio consists of seven community solar projects located throughout National Grid utility territory, totaling 41 megawatts (MW). Saturn Power developed the projects to Notice to Proceed (NTP) status and CVE will begin construction by the end of 2022.
CVE will own and operate the portfolio and will work with third party providers to construct the projects and acquire community solar subscribers.
The projects are set to participate in the New York Value of Distributed Energy Resources (VDER) program, a mechanism launched by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to encourage and support energy created by distributed energy resources like solar installations. Under this program, all seven installations will be community solar projects and help subscribers, especially low to moderate-income households, save money on their utility bills.
Through community solar programs customers can enjoy the benefits of lower cost energy from renewable resources without the need of installing their own solar system. By subscribing to local community solar farms and supporting local solar development, customers receive credits on their utility bills for their share of the power that is produced, just as if the panels were on their own roofs.
In addition to delivering clean energy locally, the portfolio will provide employment opportunities as well as community and environmental benefits. Once complete, the portfolio will produce enough clean energy per year to power approximately 8,500 homes and offset the equivalent of over 9,000 passenger vehicles’ emissions.
“These community solar projects represent a significant milestone in Saturn’s push towards creating a more sustainable environment and we are proud of the hard work that our amazing team has exhibited in originating and developing this portfolio.” said Doug Wagner, President & CEO for Saturn Power. “Saturn will continue to work closely with CVE to ensure this portfolio is successful in progressing through the next stages of procurement, and construction on through to commercial operation, ensuring long-term benefit for these local communities along with strengthening the footprint of renewable energy in North America”.
“With this acquisition, CVE is entering the United States’ largest and most active community solar market, the State of New York. This consolidates the company’s position as a distributed clean energy producer committed to delivering energy and environmental services to households, businesses, and municipalities. The portfolio will help contribute to a more equitable clean energy transition by expanding New York residents’ access to affordable solar power.” said Thibaut Delespaul, General Manager of CVE North America.
The seven projects acquired are part of a broader CVE portfolio of thirteen projects in New York State totaling 73MW, all of which will be under construction between 2022 and early 2023. These projects will join CVE’s operating portfolio of 9 Massachusetts community solar projects totaling 37MW, and its development pipeline of more than 250MW across several states.
About CVE North America
CVE North America is an independent solar power producer based in New York City since 2017. It has the personal attributes of a small to medium sized company and the skills, experience, and financial assets of a large group. The company currently has plans to expand to over 450 MW across the United States by 2026. CVE draws on the international expertise of its parent company, CVE Group, which has been recognized for financing, building and operating ground-mounted solar installations in communities for 12 years. CVE Group has over 550 MW in operation and construction in France, Chile, South Africa, and the US. CVE Group is invested to ensure the highest environmental and qualitative performance. It is ISO 9001 (quality management system) and ISO 14001 (environmental management system) certified.
To learn more, visit www.cvenorthamerica.com
About Saturn Power
Saturn Power, founded in 2007 and based in Baden, Ontario, Canada, has over 600 MW of renewable energy generation and storage projects in development, built or operating, including solar, battery storage and wind power projects in Canada, Bermuda, the United States and Turkey. The company also has expertise in project financing, engineering, procurement, and construction as well as the operation and maintenance of existing renewable assets.
Press Contacts:
CVE North America Shadé Jaiyeola
Saturn Power Devin Petteplace devin.petteplace@saturnpower.com
For Development Opportunities, Contact:
CVE North America David Froelich Director, Business Development
Saturn Power Pat Goodale Director Asset Acquisition and Strategy
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ALBERTA UTILITIES COMMISSION APPROVES SATURN POWER’S SPRINGBROOK SOLAR PROJECT
AUC Grants Permission to Connect, Construct & Operate Solar Project Located at Red Deer Regional Airport
After a period of review and analysis, Saturn Power Inc, an Ontario based Renewable Energy Developer, has been given approval by the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) to proceed with the connection, construction and operation of its proposed Springbrook Solar Project.
This clean renewable energy project, with nameplate capacity of 20 megawatts ac, is located just outside the Hamlet of Springbrook, Alberta, on land that is co‐owned by the Red Deer Regional Airport, Red Deer County and private landowner. Representatives from the Red Deer Regional Airport and Red Deer County have been instrumental partners in the development of Springbrook Solar, providing integral support and acting as champions of the project throughout the process.
Development of this project began in 2019 and has included three years of community outreach and stakeholder consultation. The project also underwent environmental and technical studies to assess the impacts of the project while identifying appropriate mitigation measures to minimize impacts and acquiring necessary approvals to ensure the development, construction, and operation of a viable, safe, and successful project.
“Having our Springbrook Solar project approved by the Alberta Utilities Commission is a significant step towards ensuring this important renewable energy project becomes a reality, which is a credit to the hard work and determination of Saturn’s incredible development team.” said Doug Wagner, CEO of Saturn Power. “As a proud Canadian company, having the ability and privilege to develop renewable energy projects in Canada is always extra special for Saturn Power and we look forward to the opportunity to advance the use of clean energy in the Province of Alberta.”
“In addition to providing the region with a sustainable power source, this project will also provide the Red Deer Regional Airport with yet another source of stable operating revenue, which is required in order for the Airport to achieve its goal of becoming financially sustainable.” Graham Ingham, CEO, Red Deer Regional Airport.
"Red Deer County is proud to support this exciting new project in the Hamlet of Springbrook, as it will generate valuable revenue for this emerging community while also supporting the Red Deer Regional Airport,” said Tara Logan, Business Development Officer, Red Deer County. “In addition, renewable energy is identified as a priority in the Red Deer County Economic Development Strategic Plan 2017."
Saturn Power Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Baden, Ontario, Canada, has over 700 MW of renewable energy generation and storage in development, built or operating, including solar, battery storage and wind power projects in Canada, Bermuda, the United States, and Turkey. The company also has expertise in project financing, engineering, procurement and construction as well as the operation and maintenance of existing renewable assets.
Devin Petteplace, Senior Manager of Corporate Services Tel: 519-804-9163 ext. 118 Email: devin.petteplace@saturnpower.com
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SATURN POWER’S BERMUDA AIRPORT SOLAR FACILITY RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD
Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum Award Presented to Saturn and the Bermuda Government on April 27
Bermuda’s first Utility Scale Solar power facility, located on “The Finger” at the L.F. Wade International Airport on St. David’s Island, has been awarded the Best Utility Scale Project as part of the 2022 Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF) Industry Awards. The award was accepted on behalf of Saturn Power and the Government of Bermuda by Minister Walter H. Roban, Bermuda’s Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, during a ceremony at CREF on April 27, 2022.
The CREF Awards, entering their Fourth year, aim to recognize excellence across clean energy programs and projects in the Caribbean. The CREF awards are judged across a series of criteria including “innovative approaches to development, value to investors and customers, and social and environmental impact”. This year’s Forum is taking place in Miami from April 26-28. More details about the organization and the forum can be found by visiting their website.
The Bermuda Government, with support from Saturn Power, submitted the project application to CREF for consideration early in 2022, receiving notice of the award in mid-April.
The Island Airport project, developed and constructed by Saturn Power Inc., represents 6 MW of renewable energy production on the island, ensuring that Bermuda and its residents will have access to clean, sustainable power for the foreseeable future. The energy produced from this inaugural project will represent between 8% and 13% of the baseload energy for the Island, acting as the foundation for Bermuda’s future renewable energy supply mix strategy.
“We are honoured to receive this significant award alongside our partners at the Government of Bermuda” said Doug Wagner, Chief Executive Officer for Saturn Power. “Since its inception, Saturn Power’s mission has been to create a sustainable environment for future generations by advancing the use of clean energy and being recognized for our work to bring that mission to life in Bermuda carries with it a meaningful sense of both personal and professional pride at what we, as a team, have been able to accomplish.”
"I was honoured to accept the award of Best Utility-Scale Project for the Caribbean region on behalf of Bermuda and our partners at Saturn Power”, said Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP. “This award recognizes Bermuda's commitment to reducing the island's carbon footprint and protecting our environment. It also recognizes the hard work and determination of the many Bermudians working alongside Saturn Power who successfully completed the island's first large scale solar farm."
Saturn Power Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Baden, Ontario, Canada, has over 700 MW of renewable energy generation and storage in development, built or operating, including solar, battery storage and wind power projects in Ontario, Western Canada, Bermuda, the United States, and Turkey. The company also has expertise in project financing, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) as well as the operation and maintenance of existing renewable assets.
For additional information, please contact:
Saturn Power Inc. Senior Manager of Corporate Services Email: devin.petteplace@saturnpower.com |
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BERMUDA’S FIRST UTILITY SCALE SOLAR FACILITY ACHIEVES COMMERCIAL OPERATION
6 MW Solar Project Developed & Constructed by Saturn Power Begins Providing Energy to Bermudas Grid
Bermuda’s first Utility Scale Solar power facility, located on “The Finger” at the L.F. Wade International Airport in St. George’s, has begun producing energy to Bermuda’s energy grid, marking a historic occasion for the island nation.
The project, developed and constructed by Saturn Power Inc., a Canadian renewable energy developer, through its affiliate, Saturn Solar Bermuda 1 Ltd, represents 6 MW of renewable energy production on the island, ensuring that Bermuda and its residents will have access to clean, sustainable power for the foreseeable future.
Development on this project began in 2018 with construction and permitting work beginning in late 2019. With a series of delays, due mostly to the Global COVID 19 pandemic, construction work on the project was concluded in late 2021 with commissioning and final grid preparations occurring over the past number of weeks. The energy produced from this inaugural project will help Bermuda to achieve its sustainable energy goals.
Given the timeline for construction, the facility has already experienced two separate hurricane events on the island, withstanding all associated elements of each respective storm, without any significant damage to the equipment on site.
“Bringing this project to commercial operation has involved a tremendous amount of time, effort and perseverance from all those involved, including the Saturn team, the Bermuda Government and the local utility, BELCO” said Doug Wagner, Chief Executive Officer for Saturn Power. “After a long journey, we are tremendously proud of the hard work and collaboration that has resulted in this first of its kind project on the island and we look forward to ensuring that the people of Bermuda enjoy the benefits of clean, renewable energy for decades to come.”
“The Government and the people of Bermuda congratulate Saturn Power and the many Bermudians involved for bringing this project to fruition.” said the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP, Deputy Premier & Minister of Home Affairs for Bermuda. “At maximum solar production, this facility will provide up to 13% of the Islands energy needs to meet peak demand and is a testament to the work by this Government over the last decade to advance the country’s transition toward greater use of renewable energy.”
Saturn Power Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Baden, Ontario, Canada, has over 700 MW of renewable energy generation and storage in development, built or operating, including solar, battery storage and wind power projects in Ontario, Western Canada, Bermuda, the United States, and Turkey. The company also has expertise in project financing, engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) as well as the operation and maintenance of existing renewable assets.
For additional information, please contact:
Saturn Power Inc. Senior Manager of Corporate Services Email: devin.petteplace@saturnpower.com |
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SASKATCHEWAN’S FIRST UTILITY-SCALE SOLAR FACILITY BEGINS OPERATIONS NEAR SWIFT CURRENT
SaskPower, Saturn Power and miEnergy Join Together to Cut Ribbon for First of it’s Kind Facility
SaskPower and Saturn Power are pleased to announce the 10-megawatt (MW) Highfield Solar Facility is now online. The facility, located in the RM of Coulee near Swift Current, is generating enough clean, renewable power for about 2,500 Saskatchewan homes.
Saturn Power Inc. Senior Manager of Corporate Services
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NAUTILUS SOLAR ENERGY ACQUIRES 6.34 MW COMMUNITY SOLAR PROJECT IN NEW YORK FROM SATURN POWER
JUNE 24, 2021
Acquisition Expands Nautilus’s Commitment to the New York Renewable Energy Market
SUMMIT, NJ (June, 24, 2021) — Nautilus Solar Energy, LLC (“Nautilus”), a leading owner-operator of solar projects focused on community solar markets located throughout the United States, announced the acquisition of a 6.34 MWdc community solar project in New York from Saturn Power Inc. (“Saturn”), a Canadian renewable energy developer. The project, located in Norwich, NY, is expected to start construction in Q2 2021. Once completed, it will provide a clean energy choice to 775 households within the NYSEG utility territory while advancing New York’s renewable energy goals.
The community solar project directly supports New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act which mandates the state to obtain 70 percent of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030 (and that the electric sector be emissions-free by 2040). When fully operational the project is expected to generate approximately 9.0 million kilowatt hours (kWhs) annually. That is the environmental equivalent of planting over 105,645 trees or taking over 1,390 cars off the road for the year, curbing greenhouse gas emissions and slowing harmful effect of climate change (source: https://www.epa.gov/energy/greenhouse-gas-equivalencies-calculator).
In addition to environmental benefits, community solar favorably impacts economic development. The project will employ up to 50 local construction and installation workers on the project at any given time, and will provide ongoing, positive economic benefits to the community over the 35-year life of the project.
This is the first transaction between Nautilus and Saturn Power. As the landowner, Nautilus has a long-term commitment to the projects, including being responsible for the project management, asset management, maintenance services, and for acquiring and managing customer subscriptions.
“This acquisition extends Nautilus’s vision towards a sustainable future by providing equitable, affordable access to community solar for all New Yorkers,” said Jim Rice, co-Founder and co-CEO of Nautilus Solar. “This acquisition exemplifies Nautilus’s commitment to working closely with our early-stage development partners and furthers our overall goal of becoming a leading acquirer of community solar portfolios across the country,” added Jeffrey Cheng, President of Nautilus Solar.
“This community solar development will provide great benefit to the local community in addition to further contributing to New York State’s ambitious renewable energy targets and Saturn Power is proud of our team for their efforts in originating and developing this important solar project.” said Doug Wagner, CEO for Saturn Power. “When looking to transition this project to a local owner and operator, we pursued an organization with common values and a vision for renewable development that was consistent with Saturn Power’s, and we are delighted that Nautilus will be seeing this project through to commercial operation and beyond.”
Community solar is one of the fastest growing sectors of the New York clean energy industry, providing locally produced, affordable clean energy without any rooftop panels to install or upfront fees. Anyone who pays an electric bill can subscribe to a solar project in their area, helping to build stronger communities and fight climate change. Any residential NYSEG utility customer is eligible to subscribe to a portion of the energy produced by the Nautilus community solar project and receive a 10% savings on their utility bill with no upfront cost, no long-term commitment and no cancellation fees. Subscriptions to these projects are limited. Anyone interested in subscribing can now sign up at https://nautilussolar.com/community-solar/
About Nautilus Solar Energy, LLC
Nautilus Solar Energy, LLC is a leading owner-operator of solar projects serving the community solar market and corporate customers throughout the United States. A pioneer in solar energy since 2006, Nautilus is committed to creating a clean, sustainable future by offering an equitable and affordable renewable energy choice. Through its Community Solar initiative, Nautilus is making solar energy available to a broader marketplace, including low to middle income (LMI) households and unrated businesses that wish to reduce their carbon footprint and utility bills.
Nautilus is wholly owned by Power Sustainable, a global multi-platform alternative asset manager with a long-term investment approach focused on sustainable strategies. Nautilus owns solar projects throughout their entire lifecycle enabling Nautilus, along with entrusted local partners, to fulfill its promise of creating a better world by powering communities with clean energy for the long term.
For more information on Nautilus Solar Energy visit https://nautilussolar.com/. Join Nautilus on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter and/or visit www.nautilussolar.com for more information.
About Saturn Power
Saturn Power Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Baden, Ontario, Canada, has over 600 MW of renewable energy generation and storage projects in development, built or operating, including solar, battery storage and wind power projects in Canada, Bermuda, the United States and Turkey. The company also has expertise in project financing, engineering, procurement, and construction as well as the operation and maintenance of existing renewable assets.
For more information, visit www.saturnpower.com
Media Inquiries:
Cathy W. McAuliffe
Marketing Coordinator, Nautilus Solar Energy LLC
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BERMUDA REGULATORY AUTHORITY APPROVES SATURN POWER’S OPERATING LICENSE
License Allows for Power Generation on Nearly Constructed 6 MW Bermudian Solar Project Saturn Power Inc., a Canadian renewable energy developer, through its affiliate, Saturn Solar Bermuda 1 Ltd. was recently awarded a Bulk Generation License by Bermuda’s Regulatory Authority for their 6 MW Solar Power project. Saturn’s project, which is located on “The Finger” at the L.F. Wade International Airport on St. David’s Island in Bermuda, began construction in 2019 and is nearing commercial operation with the prospect of generation in the near future.
Along with government-owned Tynes Bay Waste-to-Energy and local electricity supplier BELCO, Saturn Solar Bermuda 1 Ltd. is now one of only three organizations that hold a generation license in Bermuda.
“We are thrilled with the Regulatory Authority’s decision to grant Saturn an Operating License for our Solar Project,” said Doug Wagner, Chief Executive Officer for Saturn Power. “This license has been the culmination of significant work and diligence on both sides and we are very proud and grateful to be entrusted with providing the people of Bermuda with access to clean, sustainable power for decades to come.”
“I am particularly pleased with the fulfilment of a sustainable agenda with this new solar farm”’ said the Hon. Walter H. Roban, Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs for Bermuda. “It fulfills all the goals of a sustainable project in providing social, economic, and environmental benefit. We are pleased to be working with Saturn Power and look forward to more clean, renewable energy for the benefit of all of Bermuda.”
Saturn Power Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Baden, Ontario, Canada, has over 600 MW of renewable energy generation and storage in development, built or operating, including solar, battery storage and wind power projects in Ontario, Western Canada, Bermuda, the United States, and Turkey. The company also has expertise in project financing, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) as well as the operation and maintenance of existing renewable assets.
Saturn Power Inc. has continued its work developing green energy projects during the global pandemic, maintaining our entire complement of employees while implementing strict work from home guidelines and protocols to ensure the safety of our team members and their families. ______________________________________________________________________________ For additional information, please contact: Devin Petteplace, |
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Saturn Power Invites You toEstevan Solar Project Proposal Open House
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AUSTIN, Texas, May 21— Five electric distribution cooperatives in Texas have signed agreements to purchase 7 megawatts (MW-dc) of distribution-scale solar generation, providing an increased supply of cost-effective and clean energy to their members while increasing local system resilience.
All of the arrays are scheduled to begin operation by June 2020. The buyers include Bartlett Electric Cooperative, Comanche Electric Cooperative, Heart of Texas Electric Cooperative, PenTex Energy and South Plains Electric Cooperative.
The projects will be developed, constructed, owned and operated by Canadian renewable energy developer Saturn Power Corporation, which will sell energy to the cooperatives through 20-year power purchase agreements. Saturn Power has developed and contracted 200 MW of wind, solar and battery storage projects, and was selected through a competitive bidding process that Rocky Mountain Institute managed as the buyers’ representative.
The solar arrays for each of the buyers will be sited on the cooperatives’ distribution systems, thereby avoiding Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) demand charges and generation capacity charges from their generation and transmission providers. Considering these demand-charge savings in addition to the low price of the solar energy produced, RMI believes the portfolio of solar systems will provide more total value to the buyers than a utility-scale solar installation would.
“Developing these solar energy installations makes a lot of sense for our members,” Bryan Lightfoot, general manager and CEO of Bartlett Electric Cooperative, said. “Not only will we be providing more clean, locally sourced energy to our community and hardening our grid, but we expect to save money over the life of these projects by becoming more self-sufficient.”
Nationwide, electric cooperatives are increasingly turning to distribution-scale solar. Distribution-scale solar systems like these Texas projects are advantaged by being large enough to access low costs through economies of scale, and small enough to efficiently interconnect into distribution systems and offset demand charges. Electric cooperatives also can leverage local connections to facilitate the development process, further reducing costs. Subsectors of the distribution-scale solar segment include both shared solar, in which community members directly purchase capacity or energy, as well as utility-led development of 0.5–10 MW projects on the distribution grid.
“We are very excited about this project and look forward to forging strong, long-term relationships with the electric cooperatives,” said Doug Wagner, president and CEO of Saturn Power. “Saturn Power continues to expand its reach in the US renewables market and we are proud to be able to help bring clean, affordable and renewable power to the residents of Texas.”
RMI is working with communities, utilities, corporate buyers and solar developers to build a more transparent, standardized approach to help expand market access for distribution-scale solar installations. The organization is also continually expanding its network to both raise awareness of the benefits of this technology, and to simplify the process to help stakeholders determine how distribution-scale solar can help lower electricity costs and bring more clean and resilient energy supply onto the grid.
“It has been a pleasure working with this group of dedicated cooperatives to develop a common understanding of the value that on-site solar generation can provide in the ERCOT market,” Jason Prince, a senior associate at RMI who helped coordinate the agreement, said. “This first tranche of contracts executed pursuant to our request for proposal process sets an excellent precedent for additional procurements.”
Texas is a particularly attractive market for distribution-scale solar development for a number of reasons, including the state’s strong solar resource and high per-capita carbon intensity. In addition to the developments announced today, RMI and partners in the state are in late-stage discussions to facilitate additional distribution-scale solar procurements.
RMI also will convene Energy Innovation Lab (e-Lab) Forge: Texas 2019, an invitation-only facilitated workshop to advance innovative clean energy projects in the Lone Star State. Scheduled for Sept. 16–18 in Austin, e-Lab Texas will bring together teams working on high-impact, scalable ideas and projects in distribution-scale solar energy, battery storage and other distributed clean energy solutions. The dynamic two-and-a-half day working session will host as many as seven teams with the highest-potential ideas and projects selected from across the state. Trained facilitators and technical experts will lead teams through effective collaborative processes and provide customized coaching, training and feedback to support each team’s unique project.
In addition to its work in Texas, RMI has worked directly with electric cooperatives in Colorado, New Mexico and North Carolina, as well as communities in New York State, to develop distribution-scale solar installations for local residents.
Based on learnings from the procurement in Texas and past projects—including that cooperatives and other potential buyers lacked the necessary resources or capacity to run competitive procurement processes—RMI also has released its Solar Procurement Framework, a toolkit to connect interested parties with the resources needed to successfully develop 1–10 MW solar projects. The Solar Procurement Framework builds on existing resources to provide an easy-to-use, step-by-step guide for project development in the distribution-scale solar market. The Solar Procurement Framework is available at: https://distributionscalesolar.com
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Saturn Power is proud to announce the signing of our 6 MW solar project in Bermuda. On June 4th, 2018, founder and CEO Doug Wagner and VP of Engineering Mike Brugge visited Bermuda, to join the Government of Bermuda and the Bermuda Electric Light Company in announcing that Saturn Solar Bermuda 1 Ltd., a subsidiary of Saturn Power International Inc., will execute this project.
Using over twenty thousand solar panels, Saturn Power will develop a 6 MW AC solar photovoltaic (PV) power generation facility, at “The Finger” on St. David’s Island. It is expected to generate over twelve-thousand MWh of electricity annually and power up to 13% of
Bermuda’s energy usage. Saturn Power will be providing power to the Bermuda Electric Light Company for at least 20 years, in order to advance the use of clean energy and, most importantly, create a sustainable environment for future generations.
Doug explained that this project will be a significant achievement “for Saturn Power, for BELCO, for the government and for the people of Bermuda, as we will be developing this country’s very first utility-scale, renewable energy facility. In doing this, Bermuda has positioned itself as an example in the Caribbean community.”
Doug signed the finalized paperwork with the Minister of Transport and Regulatory Affairs Walter Robin, Minister of Public Works David Burch, Secretary Aideen Ratteray Pryse, and Secretary Yves Lortie.
Minister Walter Roban said, “We are pleased to collaborate with [Saturn} Solar Bermuda 1, who were the successful bidders for the development of this land through an intense, transparent and inclusive selection process that began in 2016.” He explained that Saturn Power offered the most affordable price in the competitive bid. Minister Roban also highlighted that the project will focus on empowering the community by employing local Bermudans for labour, construction, operations, and maintenance of the facility.
Our team is excited to being helping the Government of Bermuda reach its sustainability objectives. At Saturn Power, we are “Striving for a sustainable world.” This project brings us another step closer to achieving that goal.
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Saturn Power is proud to introduce the commercial operation of FIT 3 Solar Projects. Saturn Power led the permitting, engineering, procurement and construction of the development. The five solar farms, in partnership with North Shore Power Group were developed as a part of the Government of Ontario’s Feed-In Tariff (FIT) program.
Fixed 100, Fixed 200, Fixed 300, Fixed 400 and Fixed 500/Tracker are located in Blind River, Ontario, in close proximity to the Solvation S Project Site, owned and operated by Saturn Power. Each of the sites produce 500 kW AC, for a combined total of 2.5 MW AC in power generation. Our expert team of project developers and engineers used a mix of technologies to ensure optimization of the land. The mix includes Sungrow inverters, Heliene and Trina PV Modules, as well as GameChange and Solar FlexRack racking technologies.
First implemented, Fixed 200 was completed and began commercial operation as of June 6, 2017. The project was followed by Fixed 300 on June 26, 2017 and Fixed 400 on October 27, 2017. Most recently, Fixed 100 and Fixed 500 began commercially operating on July 20, 2018.
Saturn Power expresses sincere congratulations and gratitude to Mike Gupta, Construction Manager of the FIT 3 Solar Projects, for his integrity in ensuring the success of the development. We celebrate the implementation and full operation of this project, as it works to further the province of Ontario’s momentum towards a greener, cleaner energy portfolio. As a company headquartered in Ontario, we are proud that these provincial projects have been a part of our pursuit, as we strive to build a more sustainable world. |
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