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Will Guam get 330 megawatts of solar power by 2028?

Workers could be seen at the site of the Mangilao Solar Project on Aug. 12, 2021. The Guam Power Authority wants to award two major contracts for solar farms in Dededo and Sånta Rita-Sumai, the first two in a series of projects which are anticipated to add a huge 330 megawatts of power to the grid by 2028.

Does core tech solar have a legal dispute with Guam Waterworks Authority?

Commissioners did raise some concerns about the award to Core Tech Solar, as affiliate company Core Tech International is currently locked in a multi-million-dollar legal battle with the Guam Waterworks Authority. GPA needs approval from the CCU, before taking the contract awards to the rate-setting Public Utilities Commission for final approval.

Where is Guam Power Plant located?

It is located in Mangilao, Guam. According to GlobalData, who tracks and profiles over 170,000 power plants worldwide, the project is currently active. It has been developed in a single phase. The project construction commenced in 2020 and subsequently entered into commercial operation in July 2022.

Will Guam ukudu power plant be completed by target date?

Jeong Irl Min, CEO of Guam Ukudu Power, said despite the Covid-19 pandemic, the crew started the groundwork on the power plant “to avoid any potential delay of the project.” Amid any potential challenges ahead, Min said GUP will make sure the project is completed by the target date.

Why is Core Tech suing Guam?

The matter is ongoing before the Superior Court of Guam. GovGuam along with GWA are suing Core Tech, in the hopes of revoking certificates of title that show the company owns the plant land. Core Tech has countersued, seeking $220 million in back rent and damages for the property.