SK Ecoplant invests in Bloom Energy to advance hydrogen economy

Investment Hydrogen, Fuel Cells announced United States Apr 4, 2024

USD380M

Deal Value

500 MW

Capacity

SK Ecoplant is investing $380 million in Bloom Energy to accelerate the deployment of Bloom Energy's hydrogen-powered fuel cells and electrolyzers. The investment aims to strengthen the partnership between the two companies in the hydrogen economy.

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Bloom Energy

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Bloom Energy is a company focused on providing solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) based power generation platforms for on-site electricity. Their Bloom Energy Servers aim to deliver resilient, cleaner, and affordable power to various industries.

Investor

SK Ecoplant

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SK ecoplant focuses on hi-tech solutions, green energy, and environmental platforms. They are involved in semiconductor services, renewable energy solutions, waste recycling, and water treatment.

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KEY DETAILS

SK ecoplant has the option to acquire an additional 11 million shares minimum from Bloom Energy’s Class A common stock at a 15% premium to the prevailing stock price at that time. However, the option to acquire additional shares must not exceed the timeline of 30 November 2023 and will be subject to a maximum ownership of 15%. Upon acquiring the additional stake, a member of SK ecoplant will join Bloom Energy Board of Directors.

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Deal Size

The partnership also includes an equity investment of $500m in Bloom Energy by SK ecoplant

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Capacity

SK ecoplant will purchase 500MW of power from Bloom Energy.

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Location

South Korean company SK Group’s affiliate SK ecoplant has expanded its partnership with US-based Bloom Energy

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PPA Details

SK ecoplant will purchase 500MW of power over the next three years, which represents a revenue commitment of $4.5bn.

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Financials

SK ecoplant’s investment includes $255m for acquiring Bloom Energy’s ten million shares of zero-coupon, non-voting redeemable convertible preferred stock at a share price of $25.50 each.

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Expected Close

SK ecoplant’s investment in Bloom Energy is subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions and is slated for completion within 45 days.

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"SK ecoplant expands partnership with Bloom Energy in US"

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Apr 4, 2024

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