The installation job was secured by its recently-launched environmental services division – Forrest Green.
The panels will be retrofitted on existing housing stock later this year with the project due for completion by March 2012.
Lee McCarren, Chief Executive of Forrest, added: “This is a truly landmark project and we’re looking forward to delivering one of theUK’s largest ever social housing solar PV projects.
“The partnership led approach between Wrexham Council, Sharp Solar and Forrest will help to secure and create new jobs and apprenticeships for the local area.”
The panels will be supplied by local manufacturer, Sharp Solar.
Dr Helen Paterson, Chief Executive of Wrexham County Borough Council, said: “This is a hugely significant project for the council, with an estimated overall value in the region of £60m.
“Such investment demonstrates our commitment to reduce carbon emissions and energy use, whilst also tackling fuel poverty.”