Dive Summary:
- EDF Renewable Energy, a leading independent energy producer, gained full owenership of the Spinning Spur II wind project in Texas, bringing its wind output to 472 megawatts.
- The Spur project spans 16,800 acres in Oldham County, Texas, about 30 miles west of Amarillo.
- Spur is one of the first projects to use the new Competitive Renewable Energy Zones transmission line in the panhandle. The electricity generated will be sold under a 10-year energy purchase agreement.
From the article:
"Launching our third project in Texas demonstrates confidence in the next wave of wind power's growth and construction in the State," said Tristan Grimbert, President and CEO of EDF Renewable Energy. "In 2011, we determined to enter the Texas market with Spinning Spur I, and are pleased to build upon this success and increase our investment in Oldham County."
