PACE Canada LP Announces Completion of First Solar Project – Youngstown Solar
ALBERTA, CANADA – The joint venture PACE Canada LP is pleased to announce the successful completion of their inaugural solar project, Youngstown, with an installed capacity of 7.85 MWp. PACE Canada LP is a limited partnership jointly and equally owned by Pathfinder Clean Energy, a global clean energy development and investment company, and GOLDBECK SOLAR, a German EPC company specializing in the construction of large-scale solar power plants. Youngstown is the first of a significant pipeline of projects being developed by PACE Canada.
Situated near the Village of Youngstown in Special Areas 2 in central Alberta, the solar project is a significant step toward renewable energy utilization in the region. In addition to Youngstown, the Joffre Solar Power Project has already commenced construction this year and is projected to contribute 61 MWp of capacity. PACE would especially like to thank the Special Areas Board in their support of renewable energy development in the region.
Approximately 13,000 Megawatt Hours of “Green Electricity” Annually
The Youngstown solar park, equipped with an installed capacity of 7.85 MWp, is expected to generate approximately 13,000 megawatt hours of clean, renewable “green electricity” annually. This eco-friendly power will be seamlessly integrated into the Alberta Interconnected Electric System (AIES). The output generated by the solar park will power the equivalent of approximately 1,900 four-person households with sustainable energy, making a significant impact on reducing carbon dioxide emissions by over 6,700 tonnes per year.
Solar Park Youngstown Completed on Schedule
PACE Canada is a market-leading platform for clean energy development and investment in Canada and manages the entire project value chain, from site selection to permitting, planning, financing, and offtake agreements.
The expertise and dedication of the EPC company GOLDBECK SOLAR contributed significantly to the timely construction, through the winter, of the “Youngstown” solar park and its connection into the electricity network
Rob Denman, President of PACE Canada and Managing Director of Pathfinder Clean Energy (PACE Group) said, ‘This marks the completion of the first of PACE Canada’s utility-scale solar projects in Alberta. We intend to make a substantial contribution to the utility-scale clean energy market in Alberta and the wider Canadian market. We are committed to expanding our project pipeline, development, and delivery teams. Over the next three years, our goal is to connect a minimum of 300 MW of solar power and lead in the growth of the utility-scale solar, energy storage and green hydrogen sectors as they gain traction. to continuing to develop and operate clean energy in Alberta and working towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.”
Constantin Lindenmeyer, COO of GOLDBECK SOLAR Canada Corp. expressed his delight, saying, ‘Working alongside PACE Canada LP in the successful completion of the Youngstown solar project has been an honor for GOLDBECK SOLAR. We take pride in our unwavering commitment to a sustainable future in Alberta and are thrilled to contribute to the realization of this significant step towards renewable energy utilization in the region. The completion of Youngstown is a testament to our expertise and dedication to delivering market-leading clean energy solutions. Together through projects such as Youngstown Solar, PACE Canada and Goldbeck Solar are forging a greener, more sustainable future for Canada.’
About PACE Canada
PACE Canada LP is a limited partnership jointly and equally owned by Pathfinder Clean Energy, a global clean energy development and investment company, and GOLDBECK SOLAR, a German EPC company specializing in the construction of large-scale solar power plants.
Based in Calgary, Alberta, the company has 1GW+ of projects in development with an ambition to connect over 300MW in the next 3 years. PACE Canada lead by Director of Development Claude MIndorff and his Calgary based team, is a leading developer in the region and brings best practice across clean technologies including beyond solar, the evaluation and addition of energy storage and green hydrogen as these markets develop. PACE is also proud to be a leader in the integration of clean energy with agriculture to maximize the benefits that clean energy can bring to the rural Alberta communities in which it operates.
More information about PACE Canada LP is available at pacecanadalp.com.
About Pathfinder Clean Energy (PACE)
Pathfinder Clean Energy is headquartered in London, UK, and is a global developer and investor into clean energy with projects and interests in the UK, Europe and Canada. With a significant advanced portfolio of over 1.5GW of utility scale solar and energy storage projects it is expanding its operations to make a significant contribution to the challenge of achieving net zero.
With 80+ years combined team experience PACE has an enviable track record in clean energy development, construction, finance and operation.
For more information, please visit the Pathfinder Clean Energy website at www.pathfinderce.com
About GOLDBECK SOLAR
GOLDBECK SOLAR is an international company that specializes in the turnkey construction of commercial rooftop and ground-mounted photovoltaic systems, covering the entire value chain from project development to the direct sale of clean energy. With 22 years of experience in the optimization and construction of world-class solar power plants, the company is a driving force in various markets.
The North American subsidiary was founded in 2011 and has extensive expertise in engineering, constructing, and commissioning exceptional photovoltaic systems. One of their unique values is the integration of EPC services – often completed by their experienced construction team – with the supply of fixed or tracking substructures adapted to the technical and environmental requirements of the North American market. While optional, this vertical integration helps guarantee process reliability, execution quality, and increased efficiency resulting in high-performing solar assets.
GOLDBECK SOLAR has offices across the US and Canada and has over 200 MW of operational sites to date throughout Canada and the Northeast and Midwest United States. This positions them uniquely to serve clients throughout North America. In 2023, the company expects to double its installed capacity in the market to 400 MW. For more information, please visit the GOLDBECK SOLAR website at www.na.goldbecksolar.com.
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Contacts:
PACE Canada LP – Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Rhonda Barron
Email: rhonda.barron@pathfinderce.com
GOLDBECK SOLAR Canada Corp – Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Lena Fiebig
E-Mail: press@goldbecksolar.com
Pathfinder Clean Energy (PACE) (PACE Group) – London, UK.
Ben Chippendale
E-Mail: press@pathfinderce.com
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