National Grid Renewables begins construction on the 100 MW Apple River Solar project

The Apple River Solar project will provide electricity for Xcel Energy. Credit: Mr.Teerapong Kunkaeo via Shutterstock.

National Grid Renewables has begun construction on its 100 MW Apple River Solar project in Polk County, Wisconsin, USA.

Apple River is expected to become operational in late 2025 and generate enough clean energy to meet the electricity needs of approximately 26,000 homes per year.

The project will use First Sunny Series 6 Plus double-sided modules.

First Solar Senior Director of Technical Sales Darin Green said, “First Solar is pleased to support National Grid Renewables with our advanced American solar technology as they add Apple River to their impressive portfolio of developments.”

The construction of the project will be carried out by the Boldt company, which will create 150 construction and service jobs.

Boldt Vice President of Business Development Mark Austen said: “The men and women of Boldt are delighted to have been selected by National Grid (Renewables) for this important project. Efficient execution of these projects requires skilled manpower and logistics coordination, and we are up for the challenge.

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“As Wisconsin’s longest-serving energy company, we are proud to play a role in building this important renewable energy facility in our home state.”

Once operational, the Apple River Solar project will supply electricity Xcel Energyserving customers in the upper Midwest of the United States.

The solar project is expected to generate significant economic benefits, including more than $36 million in direct economic impact over the first 20 years of operation. This includes approximately $10 million in tax revenue for Polk County and local cities.

Apple River will also donate about $500,000 to local charities over the first 20 years through a special charitable foundation.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalents Calculator, the project is expected to offset 129,900 tons of carbon dioxide emissions per year, equivalent to taking approximately 30,900 cars off the road each year.

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