Castillo Engineering has been named Engineer of Record (EOR) for three portfolios of community solar projects in Illinois, spanning a total of 56 MW across 14 projects. The announcement comes in the first quarter of the year and highlights Castillo's role in overseeing the installation of fixed-tilt bifacial solar modules at various sites.

The portfolios include projects with Recon Corporation totaling 23 MW across three projects, seven projects totaling 21 MW, and four projects totaling 12 MW. Castillo Engineering will leverage its in-house expertise in civil engineering, electrical engineering, structural engineering, and energy system studies, supported by its Project Management Office (PMO), to manage these projects, with completion scheduled for the first quarter of 2025.

Scott Walker, President of Recon Corporation, emphasized Castillo's comprehensive capabilities and efficiency in project delivery: “We continue to choose Castillo because of their extensive experience in the region in delivering projects cost-effectively and efficiently.”

In Illinois, the capacity of community solar systems has increased significantly, with the number of systems installed tripling in the last four years. Castillo Engineering has expanded its capacity to meet the increasing demand, relying on its integrated civil engineering services and PMO.

Christopher Castillo, CEO of Castillo Engineering, expressed his gratitude for the market's response and highlighted the company's growth: “We are grateful that the market has been receptive to our range of services. It covers all relevant disciplines for large solar projects and recognizes our over thirty years of design and engineering expertise.”

Castillo Engineering looks forward to optimizing the efficiency of all three project portfolios and expanding its presence throughout the Midwest.

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