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RWE and Google sign Oklahoma solar PPA

Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Aug 03, 2026 · Last updated Aug 10, 2026

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Market Impact

The agreement provides long-term revenue certainty for RWE's new solar project and supports its U.S. expansion plans, while securing a stable renewable power supply for Alphabet Inc.'s data center operations. It highlights the increasing interconnection between tech companies' energy needs and renewable developers, potentially boosting investment in similar PPAs and benefiting the renewable energy sector.

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Event Summary

RWE and Alphabet Inc. have signed a 15-year power purchase agreement (PPA) for the full output of RWE's 155 MWac Crooked Creek Solar project in United States — McCurtain County, Oklahoma, United States — Oklahoma City. This is RWE's first solar project in the state. Construction is expected to begin later this year, with commercial operation targeted for 2028. The electricity will support Alphabet Inc.'s operations in the Southwest Power Pool market. The project is expected to create up to 250 jobs during peak construction and generate significant local economic benefits, including $24.3 million in local economic activity and $1.4 million in state and local tax revenue during construction, plus an estimated $25 million for county programs over its operating lifetime. RWE already operates the 148 MW Boiling Springs wind project in United States — Oklahoma City and has six other projects totaling 1.6 GW in development. This agreement reflects the growing demand for renewable energy from technology companies expanding their digital infrastructure.

Key Actions
100 RWE signed PPA Alphabet Inc.
100 Alphabet Inc. signed PPA RWE
70 Alphabet Inc. expanding infrastructure
60 RWE plans construction
50 RWE will create jobs
Entities Involved
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RWE
RWE secures a 15-year buyer for its first United States — Oklahoma City solar project, enhancing revenue visibility and supporting its U.S. growth strategy. The deal strengthens its renewable portfolio and local community ties.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 60.0
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Crooked Creek Solar
The 155 MW solar project is the centerpiece of the agreement, providing long-term contracted revenue and contributing to United States — Oklahoma City's renewable capacity. It is expected to create jobs and local tax revenue.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 70.0
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Alphabet Inc.
Alphabet Inc. adds 155 MW of solar power to support its operations in the Southwest Power Pool, aligning with its sustainability goals and growing energy needs. This is its second United States — Oklahoma City solar PPA this year.
Importance 90.0 Sentiment 50.0
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United States — Oklahoma City
United States — Oklahoma City gains a new solar project, boosting its renewable energy portfolio and local economy through jobs, tax revenue, and community investments. The state benefits from increased clean energy development.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment 55.0
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Southwest Power Pool
The regional grid operator will receive new solar generation, helping meet rising demand from data centers and supporting grid stability. The PPA adds capacity to the SPP market.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 40.0
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United States — McCurtain County, Oklahoma
The county will receive substantial economic benefits, including construction activity, tax revenue, and long-term funding for local services and schools. This enhances its economic development.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 60.0
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Ingmar Ritzenhofen
As RWE Americas' Chief Commercial Officer, he announced the agreement, highlighting its strategic importance for the company's U.S. growth and community impact.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 40.0
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Will Conkling
As Alphabet Inc.'s Director of Energy and Power, he commented on the agreement, emphasizing its role in supporting a stable and affordable grid for Alphabet Inc.'s operations.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 40.0
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Boiling Springs Wind Project
RWE's existing 148 MW wind project in United States — Oklahoma City is mentioned as part of its portfolio, but is not directly affected by this PPA.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 30.0
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Enlight
Enlight is referenced as the counterparty to Alphabet Inc.'s earlier 200 MW solar PPA in United States — Oklahoma City, indicating Alphabet Inc.'s ongoing renewable procurement in the state.
Importance 15.0 Sentiment 30.0
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Broken Bow School District
The school district is a beneficiary of the project's operational revenue, receiving funding for educational programs, which enhances local community support.
Importance 15.0 Sentiment 40.0
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