EDP R's nearly 1 MW solar project located in Bar Harbor begins operation-xmwintop.com

EDP R's nearly 1 MW solar project located in Bar Harbor begins operation

June 18, 2025

EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA) announced that the 999 kW distributed generation project Bar Harbor Solar has entered commercial operation. Bar Harbor Solar is located in Hancock County and is the second solar project operated by EDPR NA in Maine.

Bar Harbor Solar will provide affordable, clean, and reliable electricity to the Bangor School District, Epstein Properties, and more local businesses and institutions, enhancing the state's resilience and energy independence.

David Kane, Director of Distributed Generation Development at EDP R NA, said, "Maine needs reliable energy to power its communities and economy. We are honored to meet this demand through innovative, affordable power solutions that support employment, investment, and sustained growth. Bar Harbor Solar demonstrates our commitment to the future development of Maine's energy, and we look forward to providing more cost saving, tax generating power infrastructure to serve the state's residents, communities, and businesses.