Meta and RWE have announced a new long-term corporate power purchase agreement (PPA) for the electricity generated by the 298 MWac Rabbit’s Foot Solar project, located in Bowie County, northeast Texas.

Construction of the Rabbit’s Foot Solar project began earlier this year. Once operational, the facility will support Meta’s commitment to match its operations with 100% clean energy. The project is expected to begin commercial operations by the end of 2027.

The agreement marks the fourth PPA signed between RWE and Meta since 2024, further expanding the partnership between the two companies. Prior agreements include the 274 MW Emily Solar project in Illinois, the 100 MW Lafitte Solar project in Louisiana, and the 200 MW Waterloo Solar facility in Texas.

With the addition of Rabbit’s Foot Solar, the companies have now signed agreements covering a total of 872 MW over the past two years.

“Our partnership with Meta continues to grow as we work together to deliver reliable power that supports their energy commitments,” said Ingmar Ritzenhofen, Chief Commercial Officer of RWE Americas. “This agreement for the Rabbit’s Foot Solar project demonstrates how collaboration can drive meaningful economic growth and community benefits. By investing in Bowie County, we’re not only creating approximately 200 local construction jobs, but also generating substantial long-term tax revenue that will help support schools, technical education programs, emergency services, and critical road maintenance and infrastructure improvements across the community.”

Amanda Yang, Head of Clean and Renewable Energy at Meta, said the project will add new generation capacity to the Texas grid while providing local economic benefits.

“Through our continued partnership with RWE, the Rabbit’s Foot Solar project will bring new generation to the Texas grid while creating local jobs and delivering lasting economic benefits to Bowie County,” Yang said. “We’re proud to deepen our collaboration with RWE with our expanded portfolio.”

According to the companies, the Rabbit’s Foot Solar project is expected to create nearly 200 local construction jobs and generate approximately $50 million in tax revenues over a 40-year period. The revenues are expected to benefit Bowie County, the DeKalb Independent School District, Texarkana College and Emergency District #6.