Pivot Energy and Microsoft collaborate to develop 500 MWac of solar projects

The deal with Microsoft will enable Pivot Energy to develop nearly 150 US solar projects in around 100 communities and spread across 20 states.  

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In addition, as part of the agreement, Microsoft will purchase the project RECs for a 20-year term, with the first projects coming online before the end of 2024.  

“An economy fueled by clean, distributed energy can do more than provide power at low cost; it drives growth and success in communities across the nation. This collaboration between Pivot Energy and Microsoft exemplifies the power and impact that distributed generation can have,” said Tom Hunt, CEO of Pivot Energy.  

He added, “Pivot Energy is proud of our industry-leading role in developing solar projects that benefit local communities. We are honored to collaborate with Microsoft to provide purpose-driven solar energy”. 

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The 500 MWac will generate more than 1 billion kilowatt hours of electricity per year over a 20-year period.  

This electricity is sufficient to power nearly 90,000 homes a year, which is equivalent to removing 165,000 gas-powered passenger vehicles off the road each year.