
28 Project development in the solar industry
the position that if they secure a site and advance permits a customer will show up.
Sadly several projects have recently failed or been shelved for lack of a power sales
agreement. There has truly been a solar development boom in the southwest United
States and there is evidence it is increasingly spreading geographically. Many utilities
are becoming much more comfortable that they will meet their Renewable Portfolio
Standard (RPS) requirements or goals. This has made them less likely to engage in
bi-lateral discussions outside their more formal procurement processes. In addition,
utility Request ...