Primo Brands energized a 13‑megawatt DC solar array on February 18, 2026, at its Poland Spring bottling plant in Hollis, Maine. The ground‑mounted system is fully behind‑the‑meter and non‑export, and is expected to generate more than 18 million kilowatt‑hours of clean electricity annually, the majority of which will be consumed on site.
The project was developed, engineered, and constructed by PowerFlex, while Onyx Renewables financed, owns, and operates the array under a long‑term power purchase agreement. The installation is described as a flagship distributed‑generation effort that aligns with Primo’s sustainability goals and provides a predictable, renewable energy source for the plant.
By producing over 18 million kWh each year, the plant will reduce its reliance on grid power, lower long‑term energy costs, and help the company meet its greenhouse‑gas‑reduction targets. The project also creates a revenue stream for the town of Hollis through the PPA structure. Charles Fogg, Chief Sustainability Officer, said, “Powering our facility in Hollis, Maine with renewable energy reduces our reliance on traditional energy sources, helps us reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and supports our local community in Hollis.”
The Hollis array follows earlier plans announced by Nestlé Waters North America in September 2020 for a 10‑MW AC (12.97‑MW DC) project, with groundbreaking in April 2021 and completion in spring 2022. The new 13‑MW installation represents an expansion and the culmination of a multi‑year renewable‑energy strategy for the facility.
Onyx Renewables, a commercial solar developer, and PowerFlex, a developer‑engineer‑constructor, partnered to deliver the project. The collaboration demonstrates Primo’s ability to execute large‑scale renewable projects and reinforces its commitment to sustainable operations.
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