Imperial Solar Energy Center West Explained

Tenaska Imperial Solar Energy Center West
Country:United States
Location:California
Coordinates:32.775°N -115.785°W
Owner:Tenaska
Status:Operational
Solar Type:pv
Ps Electrical Capacity:150 MW
Ps Site Area:11001NaN1
Construction Began:2014
Commissioned:September 2016

The Tenaska Imperial Solar Energy Center West is a 150 megawatt (MW) photovoltaic power plant built in Imperial County, California. Construction began in 2014 and full commercial operation was achieved in September 2016.[1] Power is sold to San Diego Gas & Electric on a 25-year agreement.

The project utilizes 1.8 million thin-film photovoltaic modules made of CdTe, designed and manufactured by First Solar and covers an area of . The plant is owned by CSOLAR IV South, LLC, an affiliate of Tenaska.[2]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Tenaska Imperial Solar Energy Center West . Tenaska.
  2. Tenaska’s 2nd Solar Project in Imperial Valley Begins Commercial Operation . September 20, 2016 . Tenaska.
  3. Web site: Imperial Solar Energy Center West, Monthly . Electricity Data Browser . . July 28, 2017.