Solar energy investments in Louisiana are growing, driven by increasing demand for electricity from manufacturing and data centres. By the end of 2024, cumulative solar investment in Louisiana reached more than US$2 billion.

To celebrate the project’s commercial operation, Recurrent Energy welcomed local leaders to the site in Morehouse Parish for a guided tour and ribbon ceremony. Bayou Galion Solar generates enough electricity to power the equivalent of approximately 20 500 homes annually while providing a substantial source of new tax revenue for the local community. In connection with the event, Recurrent Energy is set to donate to the Cotton Country Players, a local theatre group, in support of the nearby historic Rose Theatre.

Dorothy Ford, Executive Director of the Bastrop-Morehouse Chamber of Commerce, commented: “Solar energy creates a positive impact on its community. From creating jobs to generating local revenue, the Bastrop-Morehouse Chamber of Commerce recognises the importance of what Bayou Galion Solar is contributing to economic growth.”

Kay King, CEO of Morehouse Economic Development Corp., added: “Congratulations to Recurrent Energy on the completion of the Bayou Galion Project. Solar development in our parish improves our tax base, adds income to landowners, and diversifies our area’s electrical power sources. Morehouse Parish supports this development, which is building a foundation for a strong electrical grid system that will power future growth here and across our region.”

Jeffrey Clark, President of Advanced Power Alliance, continued: “Bayou Galion is a state-of-the-art energy investment that will help provide Louisiana with affordable power to benefit every consumer in the state. Morehouse Parish has a long and storied history in energy and it is a real thrill and a tremendous honour to celebrate with neighbours and community leaders as this parish steps boldly into a new and expanded energy economy.”

Ismael Guerrero, CEO of Recurrent Energy, emphasised: “The completion of Bayou Galion Solar marks a significant milestone for Recurrent Energy – our first project in Louisiana. This US$160 million investment not only brings clean, reliable power to the region, but also drives local economic development, creates jobs, and strengthens the state’s energy infrastructure. We are honoured by the trust placed in us by Morehouse Parish. Louisiana has long been an energy leader. We look forward to deepening our partnerships as we develop and operate projects across the state.”

Recurrent Energy previously announced that Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. acted as Coordinating Lead Arranger for the project financing totalling US$160 million. Primoris Renewables Energy, Inc. completed construction of Bayou Galion Solar with the support of local vendors.

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