E.ON finally begins construction on announced 100-MW West of the Pecos solar project

E.ON announced it has started construction on its West of the Pecos solar project, located in Reeves County, Texas. The 100-MWac project is expected to come online in December 2019 and consists of more than 350,000 photovoltaic panels built over a 670-acre area. E.ON expects approximately 300 jobs will be created during the construction of the project. “Breaking ground on a project of this size is a very important step for us to become a leading player in the North American solar market,” said Silvia Ortin, Chief Operating Officer North America. “We’re excited to advance our first solar project in Texas and to continue our investment in renewable generation benefiting local communities across the U.S.”