Catclaw Solar Project
Catclaw Solar Project (project) is a planned solar photovoltaic power generating and energy storage system facility in Buckeye, Maricopa County, Arizona. The project will involve an up to 250-megawatt (MW) photovoltaic solar facility, 250-MW battery energy storage system, project step-up substation, and a 230-kilovolt (kV) generation-intertie (gen-tie) transmission line. The gen-tie will connect the project to the regional electrical grid via the existing Arizona Public Service (APS) Sun Valley Substation.
Project Snapshot
LOCATION
Buckeye, Maricopa County, Arizona
View the site map here
SOLAR PROJECT SIZE
Approximately 1,618 acres
of private land
GENERATION-TIE LINE
7.4-mile-long, 230-kV transmission line
DEVELOPER
311SV 8me LLC, a subsidiary of Avantus
SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) CAPACITY
Up to 250-megawatts (MW)
Community Involvement
Avantus is committed to being a good neighbor, which means taking the time to understand Buckeye’s values and needs and identifying opportunities to contribute in meaningful ways. We’d love to hear from you. We want to learn about local projects, events, and programs that will enhance your community and leave a lasting impact. As a renewable energy company, we are especially interested in educational endeavors that will inspire and support the next generation of scientists, engineers, and tradespeople to take the industry to new heights. Please share your thoughts here.
Permitting
Avantus received a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility (CEC) to allow for the construction and operation of the proposed 230 kV gen-tie transmission line. The CEC application was reviewed by the Arizona Power Plant and Transmission Line Siting Committee and approved by the Arizona Corporation Commission. Further information about the CEC process is available on the “Certificate of Environmental Compatibility” tab, above.
About Avantus
Avantus is shaping the future by making reliable, low-cost clean energy a reality. Founded in 2009, our legacy of leadership in next generation solar energy includes developing one of the nation’s largest solar clusters in 2011 and delivering one of the first solar plants to beat fossil fuel prices in 2016.
Our team is committed to building safe, high quality and sustainable projects in partnership with utilities, landowners, communities, and other key stakeholders. We have brought online over 2,000 megawatts (MW) of solar across the Western United States and Texas. These projects have created thousands of direct and indirect job opportunities and continue to generate tens of millions of dollars in local tax revenue. We are proud of the relationships we’ve built and the track record we’ve earned and hope to expand upon this success with the Catclaw Solar Project.
