Rome-based renewable energy startup Terawatt has commenced the construction of its first solar photovoltaic project, located in Monte San Vito, in the province of Ancona.
The project, which is set to break ground by the end of this year, represents a key operational step forward for the company, which was founded in 2022. It has a pipeline of approximately 250 megawatts (MW) of solar capacity across Italy.
The new facility in Monte San Vito, which is expected to become operational by the second quarter of 2026, will have an installed capacity of just under 1 MWp of capacity, producing enough green energy to prevent around 540 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.
Over its projected 30-year lifespan, the facility is expected to offset about 16,200 tonnes of emissions.
‘Significant step’
“This project is a significant step for Terrawatt,” commented Patrick Donati, founder of Terrawatt. “Securing approval and moving into construction – even in the challenging context of a site located near an airport – confirms the strength of our approach. It shows our ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks while delivering high-quality renewable infrastructure.”
According to Terawatt, the Monte San Vito plant not only represents its first operational project, but also marks its next development phase, covering construction, grid connection, and the signing of power
purchase agreements (PPAs). This will support the company’s efforts plan to expand its renewable energy footprint across the country.
‘Dynamic and ambitious’
“Terrawatt is a dynamic and ambitious company.” Donati added. “In just three years we have created a solid team capable of developing hundreds of megawatts of renewable energy projects. And this is only the beginning – we have big plans for growth in the years ahead.”
Terawatt has around 300 MW of renewable energy projects under development, including 250 MW of solar, 20 MW of wind, and 20 MW of battery energy storage systems (BESS). Read more here.
