Lease brings solar energy project to Arizona base Published May 19, 2014 By Air Force Civil Engineer Center Public Affairs JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas -- The Air Force has signed a lease with local utility provider, Arizona Public Service, to lease property on Luke Air Force Base to support a photovoltaic solar energy project. The 102-acre parcel of land was made available through an enhanced use lease, or EUL, program managed by the Air Force Civil Engineer Center's Installation Directorate Strategic Asset Utilization Division. EULs are long-term agreements between the Air Force and public or private developers to lease non-excess Air Force property in exchange for cash or in-kind consideration. EUL projects cover a broad range, from renewable energy development to commercial use of real estate. Under the agreement, Luke AFB can expect to receive financial consideration over the lifespan of the 30-year lease. In addition to funding future facility and infrastructure needs, the project also supports the Air Force's goal of promoting renewable energy generation. AFCEC Installations Directorate acquires, manages and disposes of Air Force-controlled real property worldwide. To date, AFCEC has closed eight EUL projects with considerations worth more than $250 million.