A vast 600 MW Texas solar farm just hit a major milestone

Michelle Lewis | Source: Electrek | Posted 01/31/2025

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Renewable developer Vesper Energy has installed the last of more than 1.36 million solar panels covering six square miles at Hornet Solar in Swisher County, Texas.

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Vesper Energy has achieved a significant milestone in the development of the Hornet Solar farm in Swisher County, Texas, by completing the installation of over 1.36 million solar panels across six square miles. Once operational, the solar farm will generate 600 megawatts (MW) of clean energy, sufficient to power approximately 160,000 homes each year. Co-CEO Juan Suarez highlighted the effective collaboration with their EPC partner, Blattner, which has allowed the project to stay ahead of schedule and within budget.

The Hornet Solar project utilizes bifacial solar panels on a single-axis tracking system to enhance energy efficiency and is connected to Oncor Electric’s transmission system within ERCOT. It is expected to be fully operational by spring 2025. Texas currently ranks second in the U.S. for utility-scale solar installations, with plans to increase its capacity significantly in the coming years, potentially reaching the top spot. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) estimates that these solar projects will generate over $20 billion in tax revenue and provide substantial payments to Texas landowners throughout their lifetimes.

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