OLD FIELDS SOLAR
Old Fields Solar is a proposed utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) project planned to have an interconnection injection capacity of up to 165 MW’s, of which the project currently includes 159 MW’s of PV. That’s enough clean energy to power approximately 24,000 typical West Virginia homes. The project is also designed with the potential to add up to 115 MW's of battery-based energy storage.
ABOUT THE PROJECT
Up to 165 megawatts (MW) interconnection injection capacity, of which the project currently includes 159 MWs of PV and the potential to include battery-based energy storage as well.
Will generate enough clean energy to power 24,000 typical West Virginia homes.
Targeting commercial operations in 2030.
Significant increase in annual revenues to county and schools, with an estimated $26 million of payments over the 35-year lifespan of the proposed agreements.
Helps meet the growing demand for renewable energy sources in West Virginia and bolsters the regional grid’s reliability.
Life cycle: 35+ years from the date of commercial operation.
Will utilize thoughtful design elements such as strategic setbacks from roads and property lines, vegetative buffers, and wildlife-friendly fencing.
Panel height and vegetative screening will limit project visibility to neighbors and nearby roads.