What Happened

Avangrid completed construction of the 166 MWdc Tower Solar project in Morrow County, Oregon, connecting it to the regional electricity grid. The project, featuring over 250,000 solar panels assembled by SEG Solar, is expected to begin commercial operations in summer 2026.

Who Is Affected

Portland General Electric will receive clean electricity through its Green Future Impact program, while Puget Sound Energy has a long-term PPA for Avangrid's Big Horn I wind project. Local communities benefit from $20M in PILOT and property tax payments.

Market Impact

• Increased demand for solar panel manufacturing and installation services.
• Opportunities for vendors in the renewable energy supply chain.
• Enhanced focus on regional clean energy partnerships.

What to Watch

Monitor Avangrid's commercial operations timeline for the Tower Solar project and the redevelopment of the Big Horn I wind project, expected to commence in 2028.