And in case you missed it eight years ago, here’s our coverage of First Solar’s NextLight acquisition. Brian Kunz is at the helm as CEO, while co-founder Nik Novograd will serve as CFO. Candela is an independent developer of utility-scale solar and storage projects, bringing together some old-school expertise (by solar industry standards). The board has not announced a succession plan.įormer NextLight/ First Solar alums have set up shop as Candela Renewables. He will also be leaving the board of directors. Nick Stavropoulos has announced his retirement from the role of president and COO of PG&E at the end of September. SEIA also just added PetersenDean to its board of directors. of Energy and SEIA, one that’s prepared me step up to meet the next challenge.” “It’s been an incredible ride at both Dept. I am considering all the possibilities available and targeting an opportunity that allows me to use my creativity, leadership and stakeholder engagement expertise,” Tom Kimbis, who previously served as SEIA's interim CEO, told Greentech Media. It’s been 18 years working in solar in renewables from Washiington, D.C. “I’m looking forward to the next great leadership experience in renewable energy. With the Section 201 solar trade case finished for now, SEIA is shifting priorities and resources to other issues, including state policy battles and regional transmission grid issues. “Their service to SEIA is well known, and we couldn’t have accomplished what we have without them.” “We have nothing but positive things to say about Tom and Christopher, and we wish them well in the future endeavors,” Hopper told SolarWakeup.
Abigail Ross Hopper, SEIA’s president and CEO, told SolarWakeup that revisions to the organization’s strategic vision required a realignment of resources, although Mansour would be replaced.
#Candela renewables update
The Vulcan Solar Project team plans to host a virtual public meeting on Septemto provide additional information about the project and to answer questions (taking into account current state and local guidance on COVID-19 health practices).Īdditionally, Candela may update this website from time to time to provide new information, including notice of upcoming public meetings regarding the Vulcan Solar Project.Ĭandela’s accomplished team of solar power plant developers has successfully sited, developed and built over 4,100 MW of projects, including solar facilities in Arizona, Nevada, and throughout North America.The Solar Energy Industries Association has let go of Executive Vice President and counsel Tom Kimbis and VP of Federal Affairs Christopher Mansour. As required by this process, notices will be mailed to all property owners within 300 feet of the project boundaries and signage will be posted on local roads. Candela has submitted a major comprehensive plan amendment request to Maricopa County. Additionally, the project will generate substantial tax revenue, which will be paid to Maricopa County and other jurisdictions.Ĭonstruction may begin as early as 2022, and we anticipate Vulcan Solar could begin operating in late 2023.Ĭandela is working closely with state and local authorities to secure all required approvals and to provide information to the public. Lease revenue received by the Arizona State Land Department will support education systems in Arizona. The project will not preclude access to adjacent properties during construction or operations.
In addition to PV panels, the plant will include power conversion equipment and a 34.5/500 kV step-up transformer to deliver power to the grid at the Hassayampa 500 kV switchyard via a short generation tie-line. Vulcan Solar will use state-of-the-art photovoltaic technology to supply clean, carbon-free energy to Arizonans. Straddling Old Highway 80 between the communities of Arlington and Hassayampa, the project is located primarily on undeveloped land owned and managed by the Arizona State Land Department. Interested parties are encouraged to contact Candela directly for additional information.Ĭandela is proposing to construct a 250 megawatt solar generating facility near the Palo Verde Generating Station in Maricopa County, Arizona. Here, adjacent property owners, local stakeholders, and the general public will find current information about the project and about Candela. This website introduces the Vulcan Solar Project, currently being developed in Maricopa County, Arizona, by Candela Renewables, LLC, the most accomplished team of utility-scale solar power plant developers in North America.
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