EDF Signs PPAs for Solar and Storage Project in Nevada
Type: Ppa · Technology: Solar, Storage · Country: United States · Capacity: 400 MW · Announced: 2026-08-19
EDF power solutions North America has signed two 25-year power purchase agreements (PPAs) with NV Energy for the Winston Energy project in Nevada. The project will combine 400 MWac of solar capacity with a 400 MW / 1,600 MWh battery energy storage system. Developed on private land in Lyon County, the Winston Energy project is scheduled to go live in October 2029. This initiative is expected to generate approximately 1.11 million MWh of electricity annually, powering around 100,000 Nevada homes. EDF anticipates the development will employ over 400 workers during peak construction and generate approximately $100 million in local tax revenue over its operational life.
Analysis
EDF Power Solutions North America announced signing two 25-year power purchase agreements (PPAs) with NV Energy for the 400 MWac solar and 400 MW / 1,600 MWh battery Winston Energy project in Nevada. EDF Power Solutions North America has been an independent power producer and service provider in renewable energy across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico since 1987. NV Energy provides electricity and natural gas services as a public utility company. The Winston Energy project, located on private land in Lyon County, is scheduled to go live in October 2029.
Key points
- EDF Power Solutions North America signed two 25-year PPAs with NV Energy.
- The Winston Energy project combines 400 MWac solar with a 400 MW / 1,600 MWh battery energy storage system.
- The project is located in Lyon County, Nevada.
- Scheduled to go live in October 2029.
- Expected to generate approximately $100 million in local tax revenue over its operational life.
Counterparties
- NV Energy (Offtaker)
- EDF Power Solutions North America (Developer)
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