First Solar, Inc. and D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments, L.L.C. announced the acquisition by a DESRI affiliate of the 100MWAC Willow Springs Solar Project in Kern County, California.
"DESRI is thrilled to close on the acquisition of Willow Springs from First Solar," said Bryan Martin, CEO of DESRI. "This project is a testament to the strong partnership that our firms have built over many years. We are looking forward to using First Solar's leading Series 6 module technology to deliver clean energy to the Kern County community for years to come."
"We are grateful for the opportunity to build on our strong relationship with DESRI as they grow their solar portfolio," said Georges Antoun, First Solar's Chief Commercial Officer. "We are also pleased to play a part in helping enable Southern California Edison deliver clean, renewable energy to their customers."