Clean Energy for Critical Municipal Infrastructure
A 2.27 MW solar project delivering renewable electricity to the City of Norman's Vernon Campbell Water Treatment Plant and Water Reclamation Facility in Norman, Oklahoma. The project reduces the facilities' grid reliance by approximately 30% annually and marks a significant step toward the City of Norman's Net-Zero Carbon goal.
Background
The City of Norman, Oklahoma operates the Vernon Campbell Water Treatment Plant and Water Reclamation Facility — critical public infrastructure serving the community's water supply and wastewater needs. In pursuit of its Net-Zero Carbon goal across city buildings, Norman partnered with BioStar Renewables to develop and construct a solar project that delivers renewable electricity directly to both facilities.
BioStar developed the project and provided full EPC services, with E Light Electric serving as a key construction partner. The project has achieved interconnection and is actively producing renewable electricity, reducing the facilities' dependence on grid-supplied power by approximately 30% annually. BioStar continues to support the project through ongoing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) services.
Client: Vernon Campbell Water Reclamation & Treatment Plant
Location: Norman, OK
Technology: Solar PV
Year: 2024
Supporting Net-Zero Carbon Goals
The City of Norman has committed to achieving Net-Zero Carbon across city buildings, and this solar project marks a tangible first step in that transition. By generating clean electricity at two of the city's most energy-intensive facilities, Norman is establishing a more balanced energy mix and demonstrating a practical, replicable model for municipal renewable energy adoption.
Water treatment and reclamation facilities are among the largest consumers of electricity in most municipalities, making them high-impact targets for on-site solar generation. Reducing grid reliance at these facilities by 30% translates directly into long-term utility cost savings for the city and its ratepayers, while meaningfully lowering the city's overall carbon footprint.
Highlights
- System Capacity: 2.27 MW solar PV
- Annual Generation: 3,000,000+ kWh of renewable electricity per year
- Grid Offset: Approximately 30% of annual electricity consumption at both facilities
- Facilities Served: Vernon Campbell Water Treatment Plant & Water Reclamation Facility
- Project Type: Municipal behind-the-meter solar
- BioStar Role: Developer, EPC, O&M
BioStar's EPC Approach
Emissions Reduction Impact
BioStar Renewables provided turnkey Engineering, Procurement, and Construction services, giving the City of Norman a single, accountable partner throughout the entire project lifecycle. Our in-house expertise spans:
- Development & Feasibility: Site assessment, energy modeling, interconnection strategy, and financial structuring
- Engineering: System design, electrical engineering, structural analysis, and permitting
- Procurement: Sourcing and logistics for panels, inverters, racking, and balance-of-system components
- Construction: Full project management, civil work, electrical installation, and commissioning
- Operations & Maintenance: Ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and performance reporting to protect the city's long-term investment
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gallons of gasoline consumed for an entire yearAbout BioStar Renewables
BioStar Renewables is a leading developer and EPC contractor specializing in commercial and industrial solar projects across the United States. With deep expertise in behind-the-meter solar for complex industrial clients, BioStar delivers projects that create lasting value — reducing energy costs, lowering emissions, and supporting clients' long-term sustainability strategies. Learn more about BioStar.
About the City of Norman, OK
Norman, Oklahoma is home to more than 120,000 residents and is one of the fastest-growing cities in the state. The city has set ambitious sustainability goals, including a commitment to Net-Zero Carbon across municipal buildings. The Vernon Campbell Water Treatment Plant and Water Reclamation Facility solar project represents the beginning of a broader transition to clean energy across city operations.
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