Birch Creek Energy Powers Up Missouri with Altona Solar: A Major Step Forward in Clean Energy
St. Louis-based developer, Birch Creek Energy, has reached a significant milestone with the completion and full operation of the Altona Solar project—a 42MW utility-scale solar installation in Missouri. This remarkable achievement, alongside the recently completed 49MW Earp Solar project in Illinois, marks the second of several projects set to come online this year as part of Birch Creek’s bold Independent Power Producer (IPP) strategy. Max Whitacre, Executive Vice President of Project Finance at Birch Creek, expressed gratitude to their financial partners, stating: “We cannot thank our financing partners enough for their invaluable support as we complete our first project in our home state of Missouri. It is such a pleasure working with the Celtic and West Town teams, and we look forward to continued financings with both relationships as we continue to build out our IPP.”
A Partnership Fueled by a Shared Vision for Renewables
Celtic Bank provided tax equity for the Altona Solar project, reinforcing its strong commitment to the renewable energy sector. This marks their second collaboration with Birch Creek, following the Earp project. Justin Fuller, Senior Vice President of Renewable Energy Finance at Celtic Bank, emphasized the bank’s dedication, saying, “Celtic Bank is honored to reinforce our commitment to the renewable energy sector by providing tax equity for Birch Creek’s impactful projects. Our focus on strategic lending and investing in the renewable energy sector aligns perfectly with Birch Creek’s ambitious utility-scale solar and storage projects.” West Town Bank & Trust also played a pivotal role by providing permanent debt for the Altona Solar project, showcasing the strength of these collaborative efforts in driving the future of clean energy.
A Bright Future for Clean Energy in Missouri
Situated on 208 acres in Audrain County, Missouri, Altona Solar connects to Ameren Missouri’s grid and generates enough clean electricity to power over 6,300 homes. This project not only underscores Birch Creek Energy’s commitment to a sustainable future but also represents a significant step toward achieving Missouri’s clean energy goals.With these projects paving the way, Birch Creek Energy is setting a powerful example of what can be accomplished through strategic partnerships and a clear vision for renewable energy. The company’s continued expansion in the solar and storage sectors highlights its leadership in driving the transition to a greener, more sustainable energy landscape. #RenewableEnergy #SolarPower #CleanEnergy #SustainableFuture #MissouriSolar #BirchCreekEnergy #GreenEnergy #ClimateAction #UtilityScaleSolar #IPPStrategy #EnergyTransition #CelticBank #WestTownBank