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Powering Minnesota’s Future
Buffalo Ridge Solar is a proposed 920-megawatt solar energy project in west-central Minnesota designed to generate reliable, American-made energy while creating long-term opportunities for local communities and landowners.
Planned Generation Capacity
Approximate households the project could power
MISO
Transmission System
Phase 1
Buff Ridge I 430 MWac
2023 MISO queue
Operational in 2031
Phase 2
Buff Ridge II 490MWac
2025 MISO queue
Operational in 2031/2032
Buffalo Ridge Solar is a utility-scale solar energy project being developed by Doral Renewables in west-central Minnesota.
Once operational, the project is expected to generate approximately 920 megawatts of electricity — enough to power an estimated 138,000 households — and deliver that energy through the MISO electric grid.
As the project moves through the development process, the Buffalo Ridge Solar team is committed to working with landowners, local officials, community members and other stakeholders to develop the project responsibly and transparently.
Investing in the Local Community
Buffalo Ridge Solar represents more than a new source of energy. Projects like Buffalo Ridge can create lasting economic opportunities for the communities that host them.
Project Updates
Buffalo Ridge Solar is currently in the development phase. As the project advances, this page will be updated with important milestones, community information and opportunities to learn more.
About Doral Renewables
Doral Renewables, headquartered in Philadelphia and Chicago with project offices across the country, stands as a steadfast ally to farmers across the United States; championing sustainable energy solutions and driving economic development. We recognize the vital role of renewable energy in rural communities and have tailored our efforts to support farmers in maximizing their land’s potential.
Specializing in solar and storage development, we’ve curated a portfolio exceeding 22 GWac, with 2.6 GW currently under construction and 488 MW in operations. Our footprint spans 17 states and 5 electricity markets, reflecting our unwavering commitment to serving agricultural communities nationwide by offering them a new type of crop – the sun.
We are collaborating closely with farmers to innovate and tailor solutions; agrivoltaics practices that harness the power of the sun while preserving valuable agricultural farmlands and diversifying crop production. Our partnerships with U.S. customers have resulted in over $3 billion in long-term wholesale power purchase agreements, ensuring stability and for our projects’ operations.
To propel our mission forward, we’ve garnered substantial support, raising over $1.5 billion in corporate capital and securing over $3 billion in project financing from leading investors. Our diverse group of international partners, includes the expertise of Doral Renewable Energy Resources Group (TASE:DORL), Migdal Insurance Company coupled with financial backing from APG underscores our dedication to advancing sustainable practices in farming communities.
At Doral Renewables, we’re not just developers of renewable energy – we’re partners dedicated to empowering farmers and communities, and cultivating a brighter, more sustainable future through economic revitalization, community development, agrivoltaics and beyond..
Stay Connected
Have questions about Buffalo Ridge Solar?
We are committed to keeping our neighbors and community partners informed as the project moves forward. Contact the Buffalo Ridge Solar team to ask a question, provide feedback or learn more about the project.
Curtis Nordick
Senior Manager, Development at Doral Renewables