Sabanci Renewables
Oriana Solar LLC

SOLAR

Oriana Solar LLC

Victoria, TX
date_range

FNTP January 2024

COD Q2 2025

Capacity

232 MWDC

180 MWAC

Contract Details
Site Control 35 years plus 15-year extension options
QSE Tenaska (expected)
Modules JA Solar (Bifacial)
EPC Bechtel
Inverters SMA
Trackers Game Change
Project Milestone Targets
Milestone Target Dates
Site Control Completed
Interconnection Agreement Executed Q1 2023
PPA Executed March 2024
Final Notice to Proceed March 2024
Commercial Operation Date Q2 2025

Community Impact

Sabanci Renewables is proud to announce its second renewable energy project in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) market: the 232 MWdc Oriana Solar project, located in Victoria County, Texas. Construction is set to begin in January 2024, with commercial operation expected to commence in June 2025.

The project will utilize cutting-edge bifacial solar panel technology, which captures sunlight from both sides of the panels, maximizing energy production. Additionally, Oriana Solar will have right to construct a co-located 60MW/120 MWh battery storage system, ensuring a reliable and consistent supply of clean energy, even during periods of intermittent solar generation.

The project in Victoria County will power 65,000+ homes. Beyond its environmental benefits, Oriana Solar will also bring significant economic advantages to Victoria County. During construction, the project is expected to create over 300 jobs, while ten permanent positions will be established upon operation. These employment opportunities will contribute to the local economy and provide valuable training and experience for skilled workers in the renewable energy sector.

Oriana Solar will play a crucial role in reducing the region's reliance on fossil fuels and mitigating the effects of climate change.

Phase I ESA

Aquatic Resources Delineation Report

Protected Species Assessment Report

Unanticipated Discovery Plan

Contact us for your questions about the project

Here are some of the specific environmental advantages of solar power plants:

  • They produce zero emissions, which helps to improve air quality and reduce overall greenhouse gas emissions.
  • They require little water - a valuable resource globally.
  • They can be located on rooftops, fields, and deserts.
  • They have a long lifespan and can generate electricity for many years.