Ashtrom Renewable Energy leaders were recently joined by members of CPS Energy, SOLV Energy, and elected officials as they broke ground on El Patrimonio, a new solar facility in Bexar County, Texas.
Construction of the El Patrimonio Project began in 2025 and is expected to be completed in 2027.
Once operational, the project is projected to supply electricity to approximately 37,000 households and reduce carbon emissions by about 193 tons annually, CPS Energy noted.
“CPS Energy is the number one buyer of solar energy in Texas,” said Frank Almaraz, Chief Operating Officer of CPS Energy. “Today’s groundbreaking and partnership with Ashtrom helps maintain our leadership position. Renewable energy is also a key part of delivering on our diverse generation plan to meet our growing population’s needs.”
Under a 20-year power purchase agreement with CPS Energy, the municipally-owned electric and gas utility of San Antonio, CPS Energy will purchase about 70% of the electricity generated by the project, along with renewable energy credits.
The remaining electricity will be offered in the Texas open electricity market by Ashtrom.
