OKLAHOMA — Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) has officially broken ground on two major solar projects in southern Oklahoma that will deliver clean energy to tech giant Google and contribute to the state’s growing renewable power capacity.

The Twelvemile Solar 1 & 2 sites will add a combined 152 megawatts (MW) of solar power once operational. Both projects are part of Leeward’s larger strategy to expand its presence in Oklahoma, where the company is developing a total of 724 MW of solar capacity. This includes a planned third phase of 200 MW at Twelvemile and the separate 372-MW Mayes County Solar Portfolio that is already in the pipeline.

Leeward acquired the Twelvemile portfolio from Red River Renewable Energy LLC, which itself is a joint venture between SunChase Power LLC and Eolian LP — a partnership focused on developing utility-scale renewable projects across the U.S.

Together, the two Twelvemile projects are projected to deliver reliable solar power starting in early 2026 and generate approximately $29 million (EUR 25.1 million) in combined state and local property tax revenue throughout their operational life.

The projects will also provide a local economic boost by supporting up to 350 construction jobs at peak activity.

The push for clean energy aligns with Google’s broader goal of running its operations entirely on carbon-free energy. Solar power investments like Twelvemile play a significant role in helping the tech company hit its ambitious sustainability targets while driving new renewable capacity in rural communities.

The Twelvemile Solar cluster is strategically sited to tap into Oklahoma’s ample sunshine while supporting the state’s ongoing transition away from fossil fuels. Once all phases are complete, the multi-phase solar hub will make a significant contribution to the region’s energy mix and help meet rising demand for clean, reliable electricity.

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This project highlights how major tech buyers, local developers, and renewable energy companies are partnering to deliver large-scale, climate-friendly infrastructure that benefits both the grid and the economy.

Originally reported by Martina Markosyan in Renewables Now.