National Grid Renewables announced Wednesday that it would contribute $800,000 over 20 years in charitable funding through its Unbridled Solar project located in Henderson and Webster counties.
The funds will be managed and distributed by the Community Foundation of Henderson.
“National Grid Renewables’ partnership with the Community Foundation of Henderson will have a significant impact on our community,” Mark Weaver, president of the Community Foundation of Henderson, said in a release. “When corporations invest in community through CFH, they are increasing their long term and sustainable footprint for decades to come. We are incredibly thankful to see National Grid Renewables in Henderson County creating a resourceful future for our northwestern part of the commonwealth.”
The 160 megawatt Unbridled project announced the start of construction in late 2023 and is anticipated to be the largest producer of clean, solar energy in the state once it achieves commercial operation, said a release from the company, said a
“Giving back to our local project communities is at the heart of what we do,” said Blake Nixon, President and CEO of National Grid Renewables. “Our team is dedicated to powering a more sustainable future – one where rural communities across America will thrive. We’re proud to be continuing our tradition of giving with the Unbridled Solar charitable fund.”
