OCI Energy, Arava Power and project partners break ground on 347 MWdc SunRoper Solar project, supporting growing energy demand near Houston

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OCI Energy, Arava Power, ING, and WHC broke ground on the 347 MWdc SunRoper Solar project in Wharton County, Texas. The project will begin operations in December 2027 and will supply power to a Fortune 100 company under a long-term power purchase agreement. The facility will add new generation capacity near Houston, one of the largest electricity demand centers in the United States. The companies framed the project as a major investment in Texas energy infrastructure and a step forward for their renewable energy growth. The project also supports ERCOT market supply and will create economic activity during construction and operation.

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