Minnesota Power Announces Two Large Solar Projects Totaling Over 200 MW in Northern Minnesota
24th September 2024
Minnesota Power, a division of ALLETE Inc. has announced plans to build two major solar projects in northern Minnesota, advancing its commitment to a cleaner energy future while prioritizing regional renewable energy investments. The Regal Solar project near Royalton and the Boswell Solar project in Cohasset were selected through a competitive bidding process as part of Minnesota Power’s 2023 solar request for proposals, overseen by an independent evaluator.
The Boswell Solar project will feature 85 megawatts of capacity from 180,000 bifacial solar modules spread over 600 acres, with much of the land owned by Minnesota Power. Leveraging existing infrastructure at the Boswell Energy Center, the project will only require a collector substation and a short transmission line to connect to the grid. It is expected to go live by mid-2027.
