Enbridge Inc. has taken a final investment decision (FID) to construct the Clear Fork Solar Project, a utility-scale solar power plant in San Antonio, Texas. The 600-megawatt (MW) facility will cost approximately $900 million and come online in 2027.
The Clear Fork Solar Project is among the largest single-site solar projects in the state and demonstrates Enbridge’s growing presence in the renewable energy industry across North America. The project is already underway, following today’s formal announcement of complete financial commitment.
One of the typical features of Clear Fork project is its long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Meta Platforms Inc. The social and tech company will be buying 100% of the power generated from the solar farm, which will be used to power its regional data center. This is part of Meta’s broader effort to fuel its global operations with clean and renewable power.
“This partnership with Enbridge represents an exciting opportunity to expand renewable energy infrastructure in Texas while advancing our commitment to powering operations entirely through clean energy sources,” said Urvi Parekh, Head of Global Energy at Meta.
The project will be anticipated to leverage federal incentives via the U.S. Investment Tax Credit (ITC) program and possibly qualify for additional state-level and local clean energy incentives present within the ERCOT power market. The incentives are an essential consideration in making the economic viability of large-scale renewable infrastructure like Clear Fork a reality.
Clear Fork solar project is a significant milestone in Enbridge’s transition towards developing low-carbon energy, complementing its natural gas and oil pipeline networks with an expanding portfolio of solar, wind, and battery storage facilities.
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Increasing demand for renewable energy across North America
“Clear Fork highlights the increasing demand for renewable energy across North America, particularly from leading technology and data center companies,” said Matthew Akman, Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategy and President of Power at Enbridge. “We’re continuing to grow our top-tier renewables portfolio by leveraging our financial strength, broad supply chain access, and construction expertise—anchored by a low-risk commercial model that delivers strong, competitive returns.”
With construction started and offtake agreements in place, the $900 million investment signals Enbridge’s continued growth in US renewable infrastructure, especially in Texas, the national leader in renewable capacity.
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Enbridge’s $900M Clear Fork Solar Project in Texas: Factsheet
Project Overview
Developer: Enbridge Inc.
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Technology: Utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) solar power plant
Capacity: 600 MW
Investment: $900 million
Commercial Operation Date: 2027
Status: Final Investment Decision (FID) approved, construction underway
Key Features
Among the largest single-site solar projects in Texas
100% power purchase agreement (PPA) with Meta Platforms Inc.
Power will supply Meta’s regional data center operations
Part of Meta’s global clean energy commitment
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