Solar

Jan 16, 2025

Oklahoma’s Solar Boom: Massive 700+ MW Projects Defy Statewide Ban

Despite discussions of a statewide ban on new wind and solar projects, Oklahoma is moving forward with over 700 megawatts of new solar energy developments, significantly boosting its renewable energy capacity.

Oklahoma, traditionally a leader in wind energy, is now making substantial strides in solar power. The state is set to add more than 700 megawatts (MW) of solar capacity through projects spearheaded by Leeward Renewable Energy, including a 372 MW portfolio in Mayes County near a Google data center in Pryor. These developments are proceeding even as discussions about a potential statewide ban on new wind and solar projects loom, highlighting the state’s complex relationship with renewable energy expansion. Read more.

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