{"id":488648,"date":"2026-07-23T16:42:32","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T16:42:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/news\/lightsource-bp-and-meta-expand-partnership-with-new-power-purchase-agreement-for-mowata-solar-in-louisiana\/"},"modified":"2026-07-23T16:42:32","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T16:42:32","slug":"lightsource-bp-and-meta-expand-partnership-with-new-power-purchase-agreement-for-mowata-solar-in-louisiana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/uk\/news\/lightsource-bp-and-meta-expand-partnership-with-new-power-purchase-agreement-for-mowata-solar-in-louisiana\/","title":{"rendered":"Lightsource bp and Meta expand partnership with new power purchase agreement for\u00a0Mowata\u00a0Solar in Louisiana"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div><section class=\"block-page-title bg-color-white\">\n  <div class=\"pt-60 pt-lg-100\"><\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"container\">\n    <div class=\"row\">\n      <div class=\"col-12\">\n                <h1 class=\"fg-color-gradient\">Lightsource bp and Meta expand partnership with new power purchase agreement for Mowata Solar in Louisiana<\/h1>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"pt-60 pt-lg-100\"><\/div>\n<\/section>\n  \n\n\n<section class=\"banner-single position-relative\">\n  <div class=\"container-fluid\">\n    <div class=\"row\">\n      <div class=\"col-12 px-0\">\n                <div class=\"position-relative w-100 h-100 aspect-ratio-banner object-fit-cover\">\n          <picture>\n                    <source srcset=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GLB-Lightsourcebp-and-Meta-expand-partnership-Banner-aspect-ratio-417-234-450x252.jpeg, https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GLB-Lightsourcebp-and-Meta-expand-partnership-Banner-aspect-ratio-417-234-1000x561.jpeg 2x\"\n                          media=\"(max-width: 575px)\">\n                    <source srcset=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GLB-Lightsourcebp-and-Meta-expand-partnership-Banner-1000x400.jpeg, https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GLB-Lightsourcebp-and-Meta-expand-partnership-Banner-1920x768.jpeg 2x\"\n                          media=\"(min-width: 576px) and (max-width: 991px)\">\n                    <source srcset=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GLB-Lightsourcebp-and-Meta-expand-partnership-Banner.jpeg, https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GLB-Lightsourcebp-and-Meta-expand-partnership-Banner.jpeg 2x\"\n                          media=\"(min-width: 992px)\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GLB-Lightsourcebp-and-Meta-expand-partnership-Banner.jpeg\" alt=\"Lightsource bp and Meta \u200bexpand partnership\"\n                       srcset=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GLB-Lightsourcebp-and-Meta-expand-partnership-Banner.jpeg 2x\"\n                       sizes=\"auto, 100vw\"\n                       class=\"position-absolute w-100 h-100 left-0 top-0 object-fit-cover\"\n                       width=\"2000\"\n                       height=\"800\">\n                <\/picture>\n        <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"text align block_acf-block-6a624478a8bee block bg-color-white position-relative z-1 overflow-hidden\">\n    <div class=\"pt-60 pt-lg-100\"><\/div>\n\n  \n  <div class=\"container \">\n    <div class=\"row\">\n      <div class=\"col-12\">\n        <span class=\"rich-text standard-text fg-color-black\">\n          <ul>\n<li>Meta has signed a PPA with Lightsource bp to support the new Mowata Solar project in Acadia Parish, Louisiana<\/li>\n<li>Energy generated by Mowata Solar will be delivered to the local grid<\/li>\n<li>Construction on Mowata Solar will begin in 2026, creating 250-350 jobs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Lightsource bp and Meta have finalized a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) to support <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/us\/project\/mowata-solar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mowata Solar<\/a>, a 172MWdc (150MWac) solar project in development in Acadia Parish, Louisiana.<\/strong> This PPA will add new generation to the local grid, furthering Meta&#8217;s commitment to expanding energy capacity in the regions where it operates.<\/p>\n<p>This announcement marks another solar energy PPA with Meta managed by Lightsource bp. In 2022, Meta signed a long-term PPA for energy generated by the 134MWdc (107MWac) Arche Solar, in Gorham Township, Ohio.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;<em>We&#8217;re committed to ensuring that the communities and grid infrastructure across Louisiana benefit from our presence. Partnering with Lightsource bp to bring 150MWac of new solar energy online through Mowata Solar is a meaningful step \u2014 it adds generation to the local grid and supports economic growth in Acadia Parish. We&#8217;re proud to contribute to a more resilient and energy-abundant Louisiana,<\/em>&#8221; said <strong>Amanda Yang, Head of Clean &amp; Renewable Energy, Meta.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8220;<em>Expanding our partnership with Meta through this PPA reinforces Lightsource bp&#8217;s ability to scale renewable energy solutions alongside the technology sector&#8217;s growing energy and operational needs. With Mowata Solar, Lightsource bp is investing $237 million in Louisiana&#8217;s energy infrastructure, creating hundreds of construction jobs and providing lasting economic benefits to Acadia Parish. This partnership exemplifies how renewable energy can support technological innovation and drive meaningful economic growth in communities across the Pelican State,<\/em>&#8221; said <strong>Emilie Wangerman, Lightsource bp&#8217;s Chief Operating Officer and Head of USA.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Lightsource bp\u2019s power purchase solutions are designed to work alongside other forms of energy, as part of an integrated power strategy. Lightsource bp works under flexible commercial frameworks to shape tailored solutions around each customer\u2019s specific priorities, combining grid-ready capacity, the latest technological solutions, and extensive experience in shaping diverse power profiles.<\/p>\n<h3>About Mowata Solar<\/h3>\n<p>Mowata Solar is a 172MWdc (150MWac) solar project in development in Acadia Parish, Louisiana. Construction is set to begin later this year, creating an estimated 250-350 jobs.<\/p>\n<p>Lightsource bp believes that successful projects begin with building strong community partnerships. In 2025, Lightsource bp made an initial $400,000 contribution to the Acadia Parish Industrial Development Board as part of its community benefit commitment to the area. The Acadia Parish Industrial Development Board supports investments in local education and infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, Lightsource bp developed a long-term Land Management and Biodiversity Plan for Mowata Solar, which will support habitat conservation, land restoration and other biodiversity measures. Specifically, Lightsource bp will restore coastal native habitats by installing native Cajun Prairie habitat and local native woody plant species. These improvements are expected to increase soil health and provide an overall increased biodiversity across the site.<\/p>\n<p>Mowata Solar is the third solar project developed by Lightsource bp in Louisiana. Lightsource bp\u2019s other projects include Prairie Ronde Solar (180MWdc) in St. Landry Parish and Oxbow Solar (345MWdc) in Pointe Coupee Parish.<\/p>\n\n        <\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"pt-60 pt-lg-100\"><\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"multi-column-cards align block_acf-block-6a44f89c8db1a block bg-color-orange-3-percent\">\n  <div class=\"pt-60 pt-lg-100\"><\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"container\">\n    <div class=\"row\">\n      <div class=\"col-12\">\n                <h3 class=\"mb-35\">Latest news<\/h3>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"row\">\n                        <div class=\"col-12 col-lg-4 mb-30\">\n  <div class=\"multi-column-cards__image-container h-300px h-lg-250px\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/uk\/news\/15-years-of-solar-from-first-of-a-kind-to-critical-infrastructure\/\" class=\"d-block w-100 h-100\">\n      <picture><source 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src=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/06\/GLB-Sustainability-report-2025-banner-aspect-ratio-315-195-1200x743.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"743\" class=\"w-100 h-100 object-fit-cover\"><\/picture>\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n      <p class=\"mt-20 mb-10 font-size-paragraph-small\">26 Jun, 2026<\/p>\n    <a class=\"text-decoration-none text-decoration-sm-underline-hover\" href=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/uk\/news\/lightsource-bp-publishes-2025-sustainability-report\/\">\n    <h5 class=\"mb-15 fg-color-navy\">Lightsource bp publishes\u00a02025\u00a0Sustainability Report\u00a0<\/h5>\n  <\/a>\n      <p class=\"mb-15 line-height-level-6\">Lightsource bp&#039;s annual Sustainability Report outlines the work we do to support a future powered by renewable, affordable and reliable energy. <\/p>\n    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/uk\/news\/lightsource-bp-publishes-2025-sustainability-report\/\">Read Story <span class=\"ml-10\"><svg 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class=\"w-100 h-100 object-fit-cover\"><\/picture>\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n      <p class=\"mt-20 mb-10 font-size-paragraph-small\">19 Jun, 2026<\/p>\n    <a class=\"text-decoration-none text-decoration-sm-underline-hover\" href=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/uk\/news\/celebrating-european-solar-day\/\">\n    <h5 class=\"mb-15 fg-color-navy\">Celebrating European Solar Day<\/h5>\n  <\/a>\n      <p class=\"mb-15 line-height-level-6\">Lightsource bp celebrates Solar Stories, showcasing solar projects across Europe that power homes, support biodiversity and drive the clean energy transition.<\/p>\n    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/lightsourcebp.com\/uk\/news\/celebrating-european-solar-day\/\">Read Story <span class=\"ml-10\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"8\" height=\"14\" fill=\"none\"><path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M1 13l6-6-6-6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n  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