Leeward’s Horizon Solar project.
Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) has announced the completion and commercial operation of its 200 MW Morrow Lake Solar project. The project, located in Frio County, Texas, will supply renewable energy from Microsoft under a previously announced long-term power purchase agreement.
Morrow Lake Solar is the first of two solar facilities developed under the agreement with Microsoft and is LRE’s second project in Frio County, located across from the 200 MW Horizon Solar project. Morrow Lake Solar created more than 300 jobs during peak construction, including 112 local employees. The project uses thin-film modules from First Solar.
As part of LRE’s ongoing commitment to land management, Morrow Lake Solar employed robust practices that promote soil health, conserve native plant species and increase biodiversity, including the introduction of sheep grazing for vegetation control. The project has also supported several community programs, including educational initiatives and contributions to local events such as toy drives and holiday celebrations.
LRE acquired the Morrow Lake Solar Project in 2023 from Red River, a joint venture of SunChase and Eolian, which initiated development of the Morrow Lake Solar Project in 2017.
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