OCI Energy, Arava Power form joint venture to develop 260-MW solar project

Kelsey Misbrener | Source: Solar Power World | Posted 02/21/2025

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Located approximately 60 miles southwest of downtown Houston, the project will provide critical clean energy capacity to one of the highest electricity demand areas in Texas and the United States. Project SunRoper is slated to begin construction in 2025.

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OCI Energy and Arava Power have announced a joint venture to develop Project SunRoper, a 260-MWAC solar farm located in Wharton County, Texas. This project, situated about 60 miles southwest of Houston, aims to enhance clean energy capacity in one of the highest electricity demand regions in Texas and the U.S. Construction is set to commence in 2025, marking a significant step towards economic growth and energy security in the area.

Sabah Bayatli, President of OCI Energy, emphasized the partnership's commitment to advancing solar energy solutions and improving grid reliability. This collaboration builds on their previous agreement in 2021, when Arava Power acquired OCI Energy's Project SunRay, a 200-MWAC solar farm that became operational in September 2024. Legal counsel for the transaction was provided by Sidley Austin LLP for OCI Energy and Norton Rose Fulbright for Arava Power.

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