ACEN partner firm secures funding for Jinbi Solar Project
ACEN partner firm secures funding for Jinbi Solar Project

Title Shining a Light ACEN Partner Firm Secures Funding for Jinbi So[2D[K
Solar Project
As the world transitions to a more sustainable future, renewable energy pro[3D[K
projects like the Jinbi Solar Project are gaining significance. And now, wi[2D[K
with financial close secured, this project is poised to make a substantial [K
impact in Australia's Pilbara region.
The news comes courtesy of ACEN Corp., which announced that its partner com[3D[K
company, Yindjibarndi Energy Corp. (YEC), has reached financial close on th[2D[K
the Jinbi Solar Project. This milestone marks a major achievement for YEC a[1D[K
and its shareholders, the Yindjibarndi Traditional Owners and ACEN Corp.
A Beacon of Sustainability
The Jinbi Solar Project is a paragon of sustainability, providing clean ene[3D[K
energy while demonstrating a commitment to responsible development. As Crai[4D[K
Craig Ricato, CEO of YEC, noted, This project confirms that a Yindjibarndi[12D[K
Yindjibarndi-led project, grounded in country and culture, can meet the rig[3D[K
rigorous commercial requirements of the energy market while staying true to[2D[K
to our values and governance responsibilities.
A Benchmark for Responsible Development
ACEN Group Chief Investment Officer Patrice Clausse echoed this sentiment, [K
stating, The Jinbi Solar Project demonstrates what is possible when Tradit[6D[K
Traditional Owner leadership, long-term vision, and disciplined project dev[3D[K
development come together. ACEN is proud to partner with Yindjibarndi on a [K
project that meets rigorous commercial standards while setting a strong ben[3D[K
benchmark for responsible and respectful renewable energy development in Au[2D[K
Australia.
A Power Purchase Agreement of Note
As part of the project, ACEN has signed a 30-year power purchase agreement [K
with Australian mining company Rio Tinto. This deal will see YEC supply 100[3D[K
100% of the electricity generated by the first stage of the project to Rio [K
Tinto once it becomes operational.
Construction and Operations
Stage 1 of the project will comprise a 75 megawatt-alternating current (MWa[4D[K
(MWac) solar facility, with an option to expand the capacity up to 150 MWac[4D[K
MWac. Construction is set to begin in accordance with the approved schedule[8D[K
schedule, with full commercial operations expected in mid-2028.
A Bright Future Ahead
As we look to the future, it's clear that projects like Jinbi Solar are cru[3D[K
crucial to our transition towards a more sustainable world. With financial [K
close secured and construction underway, this project is set to make a sign[4D[K
significant impact in Australia's Pilbara region. And as we move forward, i[1D[K
it's essential that we prioritize projects like this one, which demonstrate[11D[K
demonstrate a commitment to responsible development and sustainability.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Jinbi Solar Project is an exciting development for the r[1D[K
renewable energy sector. As we look to the future, it's clear that projects[8D[K
projects like this one will play a critical role in our transition towards [K
a more sustainable world. With financial close secured and construction und[3D[K
underway, this project is set to make a significant impact in Australia's P[1D[K
Pilbara region.
Keywords Jinbi Solar Project, renewable energy, sustainability, ACEN C[1D[K
Corp., Yindjibarndi Energy Corp., power purchase agreement, solar facility,[9D[K
facility, battery energy storage systems (BESS), Rio Tinto, Pilbara region.