Lightsource bp, Toyota sign 231MW virtual PPA
231 MW
Capacity
development
Stage
Jones City 2 solar farm
Project
Lightsource bp has signed a virtual power purchase agreement (vPPA) with Toyota to sell electricity generated at its 231MW Jones City 2 solar farm. The 15-year offtake agreement will help Toyota meet its renewable energy goals. The project is part of the larger Jones City Energy Center, which will combine 700MW of solar PV capacity with a battery energy storage system.
Deal Analysis
Lightsource bp and Toyota have signed a 231MW virtual power purchase agreement (vPPA) for the Jones City 2 solar farm in the USA. This 15-year agreement will see Lightsource bp supply electricity to Toyota, contributing to the automaker's renewable energy targets. The Jones City 2 project is part of a larger energy center that will combine 700MW of solar PV capacity with battery energy storage, indicating a significant investment in renewable energy infrastructure.
The deal is notable for its scale and the involvement of two major players in their respective industries. Lightsource bp, a global leader in solar development, is partnering with Toyota, a company increasingly focused on sustainable mobility and energy management. This vPPA demonstrates a commitment to renewable energy procurement and highlights the growing trend of corporations directly supporting renewable energy projects to meet sustainability goals. The project's location in North America, specifically the USA, further underscores the region's importance in the global renewable energy market.
- 231MW virtual power purchase agreement (vPPA)
- Lightsource bp as developer and Toyota as offtaker
- 15-year offtake agreement
- Part of a larger 700MW solar PV and battery storage project
Market Context: The renewable energy sector, particularly solar, is experiencing significant growth in North America, driven by increasing demand for clean energy and supportive government policies. Virtual PPAs are becoming a popular mechanism for corporations to procure renewable energy and reduce their carbon footprint.
Timeline
Announced
Jan 14, 2026
Signed
Jan 14, 2026
Closed
Counterparts (2)
Market Context
This deal is part of the Solar sector in USA.
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