A Model for Transition: Coal-to-Solar in West Virginia

Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) awarded the A Model for Transition: Coal-to-Solar in West Virginia project, led by Nicholas County Solar Project, LLC (NCSP), a subsidiary of Savion, LLC, with more than $1.9 million (of the total federal cost share of up to $129 million) to begin Phase 1 activities. The project plans to convert two former coal mines in West Virginia into utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) facilities capable of generating 250 MW of clean power. Repurposing these previously disturbed sites could reduce development on sensitive lands, produce and deliver clean power to local communities, and contribute to regional economic revitalization. During Phase 1 of the project, NCSP will refine its business plan—including project schedule, budget, and financial model—and plans to progress permitting and interconnection activities. 

View the project fact sheet and community benefits commitments summary here.