[Solar: Meta-backed 86MW US solar portfolio reaches financial close]

Published: Jul 22, 2026 16:27
Heelstone Renewable Energy has reached financial close for three utility-scale solar projects in Illinois with a combined capacity of 86MW. The portfolio includes the 40MW Two Blues Solar project and 28MW Snapdragon Solar project in Perry County, as well as the 18MW Pike Solar project in Fayette County. The projects are expected to begin commercial operations by the end of 2026, with environmental attributes contracted to Meta under long-term corporate PPAs.

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