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LCG, July 7, 2026--LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) today celebrated major operational and construction milestones across its Oklahoma solar portfolio during a ribbon-cutting event. The Oklahoma portfolio represents approximately $1.5 billion in investment, and the projects comprise one of the largest solar portfolios in the state. These projects, with a combined capacity of 725 MW, deliver electricity that supports Google operations, strengthens grid reliability, and helps meet growing electricity demand while contributing to Oklahoma's growing economy.
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LRE Achieves Key Milestones Across 725 MW Oklahoma Solar Portfolio Supporting Google Operations
LCG, July 7, 2026--LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) today celebrated major operational and construction milestones across its Oklahoma solar portfolio during a ribbon-cutting event. The Oklahoma portfolio represents approximately $1.5 billion in investment, and the projects comprise one of the largest solar portfolios in the state. These projects, with a combined capacity of 725 MW, deliver electricity that supports Google operations, strengthens grid reliability, and helps meet growing electricity demand while contributing to Oklahoma's growing economy.
LRE's Oklahoma portfolio solar generation capacity includes: Salt Branch Solar 1 & 2 (145 MW), Huckleberry Solar (125 MW), Mayes Solar (102 MW), Twelvemile Solar 1 & 2 (153 MW combined), and Twelvemile 3 Solar Project (200 MW, under construction). Salt Branch Solar, Huckleberry Solar, and Mayes Solar collectively comprise the Mayes County Solar Portfolio. Twelvemile Solar 1 & 2 are located in nearby Bryan County, while Twelvemile Solar 3 is located in Johnston County.
Twelvemile Solar 1 & 2 and Huckleberry Solar recently achieved commercial operation, while Mayes Solar and Salt Branch Solar are under construction and are expected to achieve commercial operation in the coming months.
The Salt Branch Solar 1 & 2, Huckleberry Solar, Mayes Solar, and Twelvemile Solar 1 & 2 projects support Google operations in Oklahoma and help deliver the electricity needed to support growing operations and continued regional development. The Mayes Solar and Salt Branch Solar 1 facilities deliver electricity under firm transmission service to GRDA (Grand River Dam Authority), while Salt Branch 2 and Huckleberry deliver electricity under AEP (American Electric Power). The Twelvemile Solar 1 & 2 projects deliver under firm transmission service to OG&E (Oklahoma Gas & Electric) to help serve growing electricity demand in Oklahoma and to support regional reliability.
The Chief Executive Officer at LRE stated, "This portfolio represents a major investment in Oklahoma's energy future and demonstrates the scale of infrastructure required to support rising electricity demand and long-term economic growth. These projects reflect years of collaboration and a shared commitment to delivering the reliable, cost-effective, domestically produced energy needed to support businesses, communities, and the digital infrastructure that is driving America's economic growth. By working closely with local communities, landowners, utilities, customers, and development partners, we are helping strengthen grid reliability, support continued investment, and build a stronger energy future for the region."
Google Data Center Operations Lead for Oklahoma and Missouri said, "Google is committed to growing in a way that supports our neighbors and strengthens the electricity grid. This new agreement with LRE will help bring more power generation online in Oklahoma, contributing to a more robust, affordable, and reliable energy system for all."
LRE stated that it implemented site-specific vegetation and biodiversity management plans across the Oklahoma solar portfolio. The projects feature native and naturalized pollinator-friendly vegetation designed to support habitat restoration, soil health, and long-term ecosystem resilience. Collectively, the Oklahoma projects include 7,712 acres of pollinator-friendly habitat and have achieved pollinator-friendly certification scores exceeding 85 on the Fresh Energy Pollinator-Friendly Solar Scorecard. At Twelvemile Solar 1 and 2, LRE has also incorporated sheep grazing as part of its long-term vegetation management strategy, providing an efficient and sustainable approach to vegetation management.
LRE also states that it continues to prioritize responsible development and domestic sourcing across its renewable energy portfolio. The Oklahoma projects utilize domestically manufactured equipment, supporting American supply chains, domestic manufacturing investment, and broader U.S. energy infrastructure development.
LRE's announcement included the recognition of the collaboration of Red River Renewable Energy, LLC (Red River), a joint venture between SunChase Power LLC and Eolian, in advancing the projects. Red River started development of the two portfolios over 10 years ago and entered into the power purchase agreements with Google prior to LRE subsequently acquiring the two solar portfolios in separate transactions in 2024.
The Vice President at SunChase Power LLC said, "These milestones reflect years of collaboration among landowners, local communities, and project partners. We are proud to see all seven of these projects delivering on their original vision by supporting economic growth, strengthening energy infrastructure, and creating lasting benefits for Oklahoma communities."
The CEO of Eolian commented, "We are proud to see these projects reach major milestones after years of planning and development. The Oklahoma portfolio demonstrates how strategically-located energy infrastructure can help meet growing electricity demand by unlocking underutilized transmission capacity and simultaneously strengthens grid reliability by siting generation proximate to the load it is serving. Although nearly a decade since we first conceived the Oklahoma portfolio projects with our partner SunChase, they will deliver lasting benefits to the region."
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